Mt. Carmel Tournament of Bands

09/20/2026

The Mt. Carmel Tournament of Bands features high school marching bands from throughout Southern California. Nearly 30 high school bands and color guards with approximately 1,600 students, and thousands more in attendance, will be on our campus the entire day. This provides you with the opportunity to present your advertising to students, parents, relatives, directors, and music fans..

As the single largest fundraiser for the entire MCHS music program, this tournament provides the necessary funds to put on this big event. It also provides for much-needed music instructors, equipment, music, instruments, repairs, uniforms, and transportation needs not provided by the school district.

We have many sponsorship opportunities from Program Ads, Trophy Sponsorship's and presentations, Field Banners, T-shirt Logos, distribution of advertisements with ticket sales, and several combination packages. Any donation or sponsorship you can provide is sorely needed and greatly appreciated!

10/16/2025

What are you doing Saturday, October 25th? If you've got nothing to do I've got something for you, and if you DO have something to do change your plans and volunteer for a shift at the 48th Mt Carmel TOURNAMENT OF BANDS! The LARGEST marching band tournament in Southern California (dare I say even the entire state!). 35 high school bands from across Southern California, as well as the USMC Band and the SDSU Marching Band, will be performing!. Approximately 3,000 students, 200 chaperones, staff, and about 5,000 spectators will visit the campus for the Parade and the Field Shows. The tournament is the largest and most important fundraiser of the year. The funds raised benefit everyone (Band, Color Guard, and Orchestra) in the music program. Our goal this year is to raise $30,000, which will provide music instruction, new instruments, new equipment, instrument repair, and improvements to the semi-trailer that carries just about everything to tournaments we compete in. With more than 300 shifts to fill and 200 food donation items, we need as many volunteers as we can get to pitch in to make this a successful event. If you'd like to volunteer, go here to sign up! No experience needed

Dear Volunteers, Thank you so much for your interest in supporting the 48th Mt. Carmel HS Tournament of Bands. This is a wonderful tradition the Music Foundation has carried on for many years. Please follow the links below to learn more about the volunteer opportunities and some other helpful

10/07/2025

TOURNAMENT PROGRAM SHOUT-OUTS!

Order a shout-out in our MCHS Band Tournament Program today and show your child how proud you are of their hard work in band this year! All Photos are in full color! You will need to fill out the order form, but there's also an online payment method!! ALL SHOUT-OUTS DUE BY OCTOBER 10th! Online payment links are contained within the form as well as additional instructions on how to submit your Shout-Out! CHECK OUT THE SHOUT-OUT FORM HERE!

09/24/2025

Hey everyone! The 48th Mt. Carmel Tournament of Bands - one of the oldest and largest marching band tournaments in Southern California - is coming up on Saturday, October 25th! Come watch over 30 of the top marching bands perform. Get your tickets here!

Reserved seating: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2025-mt-carmel-tournament-of-bands-reserved-seating-tickets-1637145388929?aff=oddtdtcreator

General admission: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1712516736659?aff=oddtdtcreator

09/17/2025

Support the Mt Carmel Music Program with their second fundraiser of the year! Join us at the Kebab Shop to support the program!

12/09/2024

This week we've got some cool things happening.

Band & Orchestra Winter Concert

First up let's talk about the Band & Orchestra Winter Concert on Friday, December 13th in the PAC!. Join us for an evening of festive, holiday charts that will surely warm the chills of winter cold & holiday blues. Please come out and support these awesome students in celebrating an amazing night of musical love & appreciation.

Doors open at 5:45 pm and the concert begins promptly at 6:00.

Refreshments will be sold outside the foyer before, during and after the performance for some time; additionally tickets may be purchased day of at entry, however seats are not reserved and first come, first serve.

Tickets can be purchased online here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mt-carmel-instrumental-winter-concert-2024-tickets-1107434088169?aff=oddtdtcreator

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Color Guard Showcase

On Thursday, December 12th is the Color Guard Winter Showcase in the gym (aka The Sundevil Arena). This event is truly exciting, featuring solo performances by each Color Guard member alongside captivating group routines.

Doors open at 7:00 pm!

Tickets will be sold at the door: $5.00 for General Admission. Kids under five years old & students with ID are free!

Send a message to learn more

12/04/2024

10/22/2024

The 47th Mt. Carmel Tournament of Bands happening on October 26, 2024 is one of Southern California's largest events for Marching Band Field Shows and Parade Band Reviews. This year’s Field Show Marching Bands features an impressive lineup. The day caps off with a performance by the USMC Third Marine Aircraft Wing Band!

10/21/2024

The 47th Mt. Carmel Tournament of Bands, happening on October 26, 2024, is one of Southern California's largest events for Marching Band Field Shows and Parade Band Reviews. This year’s Parade Band Review features an impressive lineup and takes place between the morning and evening field shows!

10/11/2024

Saturday, October 26th is the 47th Mt Carmel Tournament of Bands! This is the largest Marching Band Field Show and Parade Review in Southern California, featuring some of the best marching bands around. Mark your calendars and check it out!