News Summary
Nine high school bands from Indiana are competing in the finals of the Bands of America Indianapolis Super Regional Championships at Lucas Oil Stadium. The event highlights the hard work of student musicians, with preliminary awards given for outstanding performances in various categories. Attendees can expect an engaging competition showcasing talent and dedication, with ticket sales available online or at the stadium box office.
Indianapolis hosts high school bands’ finals at the 2025 Bands of America Super Regional Championships
Indianapolis, IN — Nine Indiana high school bands have secured their spots in the final round of the 2025 Bands of America Indianapolis Super Regional Championships. The event is taking place at Lucas Oil Stadium, with finals scheduled to start tonight at 6 p.m. Gates open for the finals at that time, inviting attendees to witness the culmination of months of hard work from talented student musicians.
Preliminary awards announced across four classes
The competition’s preliminary awards recognized outstanding performances in music, visual, and general effect categories across four class divisions. The winners in each category and class are:
Class 4A
- Outstanding Music Performance: Carmel High School (IN)
- Outstanding Visual Performance: Avon High School (IN)
- Outstanding General Effect: Carmel High School (IN)
Class 3A
- Outstanding Music Performance: Homestead High School (IN)
- Outstanding Visual Performance: Blue Springs High School (MO)
- Outstanding General Effect: Blue Springs High School (MO)
Class 2A
- Outstanding Music Performance: North High School (IN)
- Outstanding Visual Performance: North High School (IN)
- Outstanding General Effect: Goshen High School (IN)
Class 1A
- Outstanding Music Performance: Marian Catholic High School (IL)
- Outstanding Visual Performance: Western High School (IN) and Edgewood High School (IN)
- Outstanding General Effect: Marian Catholic High School (IL)
Event details and ticketing information
Tickets for the 2025 Bands of America Super Regional Championship are available for purchase online via Ticketmaster or at the Lucas Oil Stadium box office. Attendees are advised that online purchases will include additional processing fees. To avoid long lines or sold-out tickets, it is recommended to arrive early if planning to buy tickets at the venue. General admission tickets are approximately priced at $40.
Participant and event overview
The competition features performances from a total of 92 bands hailing from 11 states across the nation. The event began on October 24 and is continuing through October 25, 2025. The finals will showcase the top entries from the preliminary rounds after a rigorous selection process. The event serves as a showcase for the talent, dedication, and teamwork of student musicians, many of whom begin rehearsals as early as June and July. Behind each performance are months of preparation involving students, teachers, and parents supporting their bands.
Upcoming major national event
Following the Super Regional Championships, the 2025 Bands of America Grand National Championships are scheduled to take place from November 13 through November 15 at Lucas Oil Stadium. This event represents another significant milestone for participating bands and their communities.
Additional information and results
Details regarding scores, additional results, and further event information can be accessed online. The overall effort emphasizes excellence and the years of commitment from students across different classes and states involved in this nationally recognized band competition.
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Additional Resources
- IndyStar: Bands of America Indianapolis Super Regional Finals
- FloMarching: 2025 Bands of America Indianapolis Super Regional Results
- WTHR: Bands of America Returns to Indianapolis
- FloMarching: Prelims Schedule for 2025 BOA Indianapolis Super Regional
- Wikipedia: Bands of America
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