The Marching Panther Invitational is the traditional “kickoff” to the high school marching band season for our performing bands.
Join us for the 37th Annual WCHS Marching Panther Invitational!
A great day of music, competition, & fun! See twenty-six high school marching bands perform their 2025 field show. The 2025 Marching Panthers will present "For the Dreamers" in exhibition.
September 6, 2025
Gates open at 11:30am, performances start at 12:16pm
Ticket prices are:
Adults $10
Students (K-12) and Seniors: $5
Address:
Washington Community High School
115 Bondurant
Washington, IL 61571
The Marching Panthers will have an exhibition performance before each awards ceremony.
Marching Panther Invitational
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