Welcome to Band Day!
Each fall, dozens of high school bands join the University of Massachusetts Minuteman Marching Band, the Power and Class of New England, for a day of rehearsal and a thrilling halftime performance. Not only is this great fun for all participants, it offers high school musicians a glimpse of what it is like performing in front of a college audience.
Stay tuned for up to date information for Band Day 2026!
2025 Band Day date: October 18th, 2025
Registration Applications Deadline: October 4th, 2025
(To Be Added!) 2026 Band Day Registration Form (for directors registering bands)
(To Be Added!) 2026 Band Day Registration Form (for directors registering bands)
(To Be Added!) Individual and Group Twirler/Dancer Registration Form
(To Be Added!) Individual and Group Twirler/Dancer Registration Form
Contact Band Day Coordinators
Contact Band Day Coordinators
Typical Band Day Schedule (from 2025):
7:30am - 9am
Arrival
9:30am - 11:30am
Rehearsal
10am
Band Directors' Meeting
11:30am - 1:30 pm
Lunch Break
1:30pm - 1:45pm
Re-enter Stadium
2:30pm
Kickoff!
~6pm
UMMB Postgame Performance
Color Guard and Twirlers
Color guard and twirler routines will be taught on Band Day during the morning rehearsal. Routines will be flashy and fun while being simple and repetitive to accommodate all skill levels. Dancers are also welcome and encouraged to participate.