Sunday, September 28

Capitol Battle of the Bands

Name: Capitol Battle of the Bands
Start: 2025-09-28T17:00:00-04:00
End: 2025-09-28T20:30:00-04:00
Location: SECU Stadium, University of Maryland College Park

By High Stepping Nationals

Get ready for the biggest Battle of the Bands you've ever seen in the DMV

Date and time

Location

SECU Stadium, University of Maryland College Park

90 Stadium Drive College Park, MD 20742

Lineup

Good to know

Highlights

3 hours, 30 minutes
In person

Refund Policy

No Refunds

About this event

Welcome to the 2025 Capitol Battle of the Bands!

Get ready for another unforgettable showdown at SECU Stadium, University of Maryland, College Park! This year’s lineup is stacked with some of the best HBCU marching bands on the East Coast — Hampton, Howard, Morgan State, Norfolk State, Virginia State, Bowie State, North Carolina Central, North Carolina A&T, and Winston-Salem State — all under one roof!

Last year’s event was a huge success, with a packed stadium, electrifying performances, and an atmosphere that left everyone talking. This year promises to be even bigger and better — and tickets will go FAST!

Join us for a day of live music, great vibes, and unforgettable moments as these legendary bands take the field and put it all on the line. Don’t miss your chance to be a part of this blockbuster event. Get your tickets now and secure your spot in the stands!

See you at the 2025 Capitol Battle of the Bands!

Organized by

High Stepping Nationals

High Stepping Nationals hosts a variety of events focused on showcasing and enhancing the talent of high school and college marching bands. These events include dynamic marching band competitions where bands compete for top honors, educational clinics led by industry professionals that offer students hands-on training in performance techniques, and community-focused events that bring together musicians, educators, and supporters to celebrate the rich culture of marching bands. Each event is designed to inspire, educate, and elevate the next generation of musical leaders.