Register for Bands of America 2025
Showcase of Grand Nationals features available through Music Travel Consultants
Registration for Bands of America events is now open! Click below to view the schedule and to register before January 31.
Let Us Take You There
Planning for fall travel starts now! With demand surging for motorcoach and air transportation, it’s never too early to get ahead on your plans to attend a Bands of America event near you!
We know your focus right now is on preparing your band for winter competitions, spring festivals and concerts—and that’s where you shine. Let us handle the logistics so you can spend your time on the podium, collaborating with your team and inspiring your students.
Whether you’re heading to an in-state show or traveling cross-country for Grand National Championships, we will take the stress out of managing hotel bookings, transportation, meals and rehearsal venues.
Music Travel Consultants is honored to be Music for All’s Official Student Travel Partner.
Contact Music Travel to provide us with a few key details about your plans. In just a few minutes, you’ll kickstart the process! A dedicated MTC Travel Designer will connect with you to craft a custom travel proposal tailored to your group and event of choice. This proposal can be easily shared with your booster club, administration and school board for approval.
Let’s work together to make next season unforgettable for your students and your program. We look forward to supporting you!
A Bands of America travel experience is like no other. Being a part of the Bands of America travel experience is an adrenaline rush – intense and exhilarating! This educational experience can seem overwhelming, especially for first-time competitors. Multiple factors like the method of travel, hotel, supplies, meals, timing, safety, communication, and more must be dealt with and planned for to make a band’s Grand Nationals performance successful. To aid and assist everyone’s planning, Music Travel Consultants and the Ronald Reagan Marching Band from San Antonio, Texas have partnered to make this informative and educational video on the Bands of America travel experience.
Showcase of Grand Nationals features available through Music Travel Consultants
Contact Music Travel to reserve Music for All’s BOA Grand Nationals rehearsal space, homeroom, Saturday pre-finals dinner and additional group meals.
Rehearsal Space
Indoor rehearsal hall space at the Indiana Convention Center (ICC), taped with yard lines and hash marks, await your band! During Grand Nationals week, one to two-hour blocks are available Thursday and Friday from 6:00 a.m. to Midnight. Saturday availability is from 6:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. November weather in Indianapolis is unpredictable at best, bitter cold or wet at worst. Reserve this premium space early to ensure your band’s success. Please note that the number of fields is subject to change based on ICC availability from year to year. Watch for information to come out this November with regards to booking for 2017 and beyond.
Home Room
Secure a home room adjacent to the ICC rehearsal halls to simplify your Grand Nationals experience. These meeting rooms provide ample space for instruments, uniforms, and a place to rest for both students and adults. Conveniently located just one block north of Lucas Oil Stadium on the way to Circle Centre Mall and downtown Indianapolis attractions, a home room at the ICC offers the perfect central hub for your band during Grand Nationals week. With limited availability, don’t miss out on this opportunity to create a convenient and organized base for your group!
Saturday Pre-Finals Dinner
Simplify Finals Day with a hot, convenient dinner at the Indiana Convention Center! Navigating the timing of dinner between Semifinals Awards and Finals can be a challenge—but we’ve got you covered! Especially if your band is in contention to advance to Finals, there’s no better option for flexibility and convenience.
Reserve your spot now to ensure a hassle-free dining experience on this important day!
Additional Group Meals
When you travel to Grand Nationals with MTC, you’re visiting our hometown! As local experts, we know the best area restaurants and hotels to make your trip seamless and enjoyable. Choose from a variety of balanced menus for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, all tailored to your schedule. With MTC, dining is convenient, delicious and designed to keep your group energized. Let us handle the details so you can focus on what matters most—your band’s performance!
Music Travel Consultants Music & Talent Celebration
As an MTC client, your band gains exclusive access to the our annual Music & Talent Celebration, a favorite Grand Nationals tradition for over a decade. This supervised event offers student-friendly food, with plenty of options for travelers with dietary restrictions, music, dancing and a fun atmosphere to meet students from other school. The night concludes with the announcement of the Bands of America Semi-Finalists, streamed live.
Contact us today to learn more and reserve your spot at this exclusive experience!
Music Travel Consultants also offers travel to BOA Regionals and Super Regionals.
Contact Music Travel Consultants to start planning your trip to Bands of America Events!
