2026 GULF COAST CLASSIC

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The Date
Saturday, October 17, 2026
The Time
Start at
7:00 AM
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About Event

The Gulf Coast Classic Marching Band Festival is a premier celebration of musical excellence, bringing together outstanding marching bands from across the region for an unforgettable day of performance, education, and achievement. Designed to showcase the dedication, talent, and artistry of student musicians, the festival provides ensembles with the opportunity to perform in a first-class event environment before distinguished adjudicators and enthusiastic audiences.

Participants will receive valuable feedback from experienced music educators and marching arts professionals while sharing the field with some of the area's most accomplished programs. From powerful musical performances to dynamic visual presentations, the Gulf Coast Classic highlights the very best of the marching band experience.

Whether your goal is competitive success, program growth, or creating lasting memories for your students, the Gulf Coast Classic Marching Band Festival offers an exceptional experience that celebrates excellence, encourages achievement, and inspires the next generation of performers. Join us for a day filled with tradition, pride, and the excitement of live marching band performance at its finest.

Ticket Pricing
Adult - Prelims

$16.00

Provides access to the Prelims performances only. (Children 10 & under FREE)

Adult - Finals

$16.00

Provides access to the Finals performances only. (Children 10 & under FREE)

Student - Prelims

$12.00

Provides student access to the Prelims performances only. (Children 10 & under FREE)


Student - Finals

$12.00

Provides student access to the Finals performances only. (Children 10 & under FREE)

Adult - Combo

$25.00

Provides full day access to both Prelims & Finals, (Children 10 & under FREE)

Student - Combo

$18.00

Provides full day access to both Prelims & Finals, (Children 10 & under FREE)

CTA

Shout Outs - Air Grams (Prelims Performances)

Send a Shout Out to your favorite band, student, staff or school!! Keep it short (130–150 characters or 20-30 words), fun, and family-friendly, and we’ll blast it over the speakers as they hit the field!

$8.00

Who Made It Possible

Our Proud Sponsors

Ultimate Drill Book

Perform America

Venue Location
Challenger Columbia Stadium,

1955 W Nasa Blvd, Webster, TX 77598, USA