2026 High Plains Marching Festival
Registration for the 2026 High Plains Marching Festival has now CLOSED! Stay tuned for updates regarding the festival in 2027!
The date of the 2026 High Plains Marching Festival is Monday October 19th. Band performances will start at 10:00am at Lewis Field Stadium at Fort Hays State University.
Bands will be adjudicated on music, general effect, auxiliary, marching/maneuvering, and percussion. All bands will receive a plaque with their final overall rating. Bands may also perform for judges' comments only or attend as observers. All bands participating on the field will be recognized in the awards ceremony at the end of the festival.
Registration
Please submit your application no later than Monday October 5. Mail entry fees payable to FHSU Department of Music and Theatre to:
Dr. Aunna Marzen
FHSU Music and Theatre
600 Park Street
Hays, KS 67601
Questions? Please contact Dr. Aunna Marzen, avmarzen@fhsu.edu, or call 785-628-4486