Bands of America - St. Louis
Super Regional Championship
October 25-27, 2024
Competition Location
Dome at Americas Center
701 Convention Plaza, St. Louis, MO 63101
Hotel Location
Embassy Suites by Hilton St. Louis Downtown
610 N 7th St, St Louis, MO 63101
(314) 269-5900
If you are interested being a volunteer for the band during the competition, please visit our Volunteer page.
Tentative Schedule
Friday, Oct. 25, 2024
Dress is Shield Shirt
9:00 a.m.
Rehearsal at BWHS
11:00 a.m.
Load/Lunch
12:30 p.m.
Depart for St. Louis
2:30 p.m.
Rest Stop Buc-cees 3284 N Mulroy Rd, Springfield, MO 65803
2:45 p.m.
Depart for Incredible Pizza
6:00 p.m.
Dinner at Incredible Pizza Company, 5254 S Lindbergh Blvd, St. Louis, MO 63126
9:00 p.m.
Depart for Hotel
9:30 p.m.
Arrive at Embassy Suites- St. Louis Downtown
11:30 p.m.
Lights Out
Saturday, Oct. 26, 2024
9-10 a.m.
Wake/Breakfast/Get Dressed
12:15 p.m.
Dressed In Twos - Travel to Dome
12:45 p.m.
Unload (Small Snack at the trailer (granola bar or fruit etc..)
1:40 p.m.
Warm Up
2:45 p.m.
Prelim Performance
3:00 p.m.
Push Equipment to Truck/Photo/Return to stadium asap
3:30 p.m.
Prelims Awards
4:00 p.m.
Return to Hotel/Box dinner in hotel rooms
7:00 p.m.
Finals/Watch Finals/Dinner part 2
11:00 p.m.
Depart for Hotel
1:00 a.m.
Lights out
Sunday, Oct. 27, 2024
7 a.m.
Wake/Breakfast
8:00 a.m.
Depart from Hotel
1:30 p.m.
Arrive at BWHS and Dismiss
Competition Information
Prelim Performance: Saturday, Oct. 26, 2024 at 2:45pm
Tickets:
Saturday Prelims General Admission: $30 (Student/Senior $27)
Saturday Finals General Admission: $30 (Student/Senior $27)
Saturday Finals Reserved: Varies based on seat selection.
We do not perform at Prelims on Friday
You WILL NEED to purchase both tickets to attend Prelims AND Finals on Saturday.
There is a clear bag policy at the venue. Bags such as backpacks and purses will not be allowed.
Live Stream: BOX5 TV is offering a live stream of the competition. The price is $38 for prelims/finals. This is a livestream…events will not be replayed or watchable later.
**We will not be providing a livestream through the BAND app. Music for All prohibits the use of live-streaming or other broadcasts in the stadium.
Merchandise: Students will have time to visit the merchandise stands if they choose. Event apparel, patches, pins, and other accessories will be available for purchase. If the item or size you are looking for is not available, you may be able to purchase online from the shop below.
Additional Trip Details
Friday Night Event Information
5254 S. Lindbergh Blvd. St. Louis, MO 63126
All-You-Can-Eat-Buffet purchase required to enter the venue.
Student meals and an entertainment package will be provided, but students are welcome to bring additional funds if they’d like to add to their entertainment/arcade package.
Lots of options for allergy restrictions are available. View Allergen Chart HERE.
What to Pack
Essential items to pack: Please only pack what will fit in a duffle or small suitcase (carry-on size - max 22”x14”x9”). We will be limited on luggage space. A backpack for personal items can be brought on the bus.
Uniform & Marching Shoes
Instrument
Compression shorts/shirt and black socks
Shield Shirt (Friday) & Show Shirt (Saturday)
Clothes for 3 days and light jacket
Comfortable walking shoes
Hygiene products (Shampoo, toothbrush, deodorant, feminine products)
Brush, hair ties, show hair items, makeup
Water Jug
Phone charger/battery pack
Pillow/Blanket
Snacks
Money for merchandise/concessions
Student Meals: Students will be provided meals during the trip. See itinerary for what will be provided.
Student Medications: If your student requires medication during the trip, please submit the Overnight Medication Form.
Checking Students Out: Students with a completed EARLY CHECKOUT FORM can be checked out from their Chaperone after FINALS on Saturday night or early Sunday morning. Guardian MUST BE PRESENT at time of checkout.
Volunteers: If you are interested in being a volunteer for the band during the competition, please visit our Volunteer page.
