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Santa Cruz Band Review Marching Band Competition

Santa Cruz Band Review

Saturday, October 17, 2026

Join us for an exciting musical parade

55 Northern California high school and junior high school marching bands compete next to the iconic Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk in the ONLY band review with warm sand, cool surf, and hot rides!

Band Directors

Register before the event sells out!

Parade Route

The entire parade route is in the area adjacent to the Boardwalk with easy bus drop-off.

Marching bands will be judged in categories such as music, showmanship, and marching.

Co-Sponsors

Santa Cruz High School and the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

NCBA
We are members of the Northern California Band Association.

SCHS Band

Questions?
Email [email protected].

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