Ford Field
November 1st, 2025
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MCBA STATE CHAMPIONSHIP - ITINERARY

1:45pm - Front Ensemble Report Time
2:00pm - Report Time
3:30pm - Equipment Load
~4:00pm - Lunch (Provided by Band Boosters)
4:55pm - Change into Uniforms
5:10pm - Load Buses 
5:25pm - Depart MHS
6:40pm - Arrive at competition site
8:20pm - Contest Begins
8:48pm - Viking Regiment Performs
10:40pm - Awards Ceremony
~11:15pm - Depart competition site
~12:30am - Arrive at MHS
- Unload Equipment, Remove Uniforms & Dismissal

Reminders
  • Band Boosters are providing a brunch so that all students have a balanced meal going into Ford Field. Some snack items will also be available to students for the bus rides to/from Ford Field. Our performance time falls in a way that will make it nearly impossible for students to get concessions after our performance and before awards.
  • Please be extremely careful while in uniform. The cost of replacing a uniform coat is $475, the pants are $225. YOU are responsible for keeping your uniform clean throughout the day.
  • Double check to make sure you have your Dinkles, mid-calf length black socks, and white gloves BEFORE YOU LEAVE YOUR HOUSE.
  • You are responsible for (un)loading your instrument throughout the day.
  • Mr. Buckley will dismiss the band upon return to MHS. NO ONE leaves until after they have been dismissed.
  • Bring a positive attitude! Recover quickly and put your best (left) foot forward!

"Play with Power, March with Pride"

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FORD FIELD FAQ'S & GUEST HELP

Location
Ford Field
2000 Brush Street
Detroit, MI  48226

Please make sure you check for road closures and construction zones.

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