Frederick County Public Schools (FCPS) will host its annual High School Marching Band Festival on Monday, October 12, 2026, at 6 p.m. at Urbana High School.
The community is invited to come out and support all 10 FCPS high school marching bands as they showcase their musical and marching talents. The festival will also feature an exhibition performance by the Shenandoah University Marching Band.
Festival Schedule
6:00 p.m. – National Anthem
6:05 p.m. – Gov. Thomas Johnson High School
6:20 p.m. – Brunswick High School
6:35 p.m. – Frederick High School
6:50 p.m. – Oakdale High School
7:05 p.m. – Linganore High School
7:20 p.m. – Break/Announcements
7:35 p.m. – Catoctin High School
7:50 p.m. – Walkersville High School
8:05 p.m. – Middletown High School
8:20 p.m. – Tuscarora High School
8:35 p.m. – Urbana High School
8:50 p.m. – Band Recognition
9:10 p.m. – Exhibition Performance: Shenandoah University Marching Band
Admission
Adults: $6
Students: $2
Free: Children age 7 and under, adults age 60 and older, FCPS employees and retirees
Payment: Cash accepted at the door; credit/debit cards accepted*
*3% surcharge applies to all non-cash purchases.
Location: Urbana High School, 3471 Campus Drive, Ijamsville, MD 21754
FCPS families and community members are encouraged to attend and celebrate the hard work, dedication and accomplishments of our high school marching band students and directors