Williston High School Music Department

Thank you to those who have helped us Fuel our Journey from ND to DC so far! We have officially arrived in Black River Falls, WI. I'm sure there'll be lots of cheese during this stop! Help us make it all the way to DC and back!

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Fueling the Journey from ND to DC!

Help support the WHS Band and our equipment truck as we travel to the National Independence Day Parade in Washington, DC! To help us offset the cost of gas, we are asking for donations to get us to our Nation's Capitol. Every donation we recevies moves us that much closer to DC!

Please help us by Sponsoring a mile! Sponsor 10 miles ! Sponsor a tank of gas (250 miles)!

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Great first rehearsal tonight for our trip to Washington, DC!

Get ready for America’s biggest birthday celebration—here’s how to prepare for parade day!

⏰ When: July 4th at 10:30 AM sharp (Plan to arrive at least an hour early!)

📍 The Official Route: Starts at 3rd St. NW and Constitution Ave. ➡️ runs south along 3rd St. SW to Independence Ave. SW➡️ heads west on Independence Ave. SW➡️ ends at 12th St. SW.

Insider Pro-Tips for the Best Experience:
Getting to the Parade: Parking is extremely limited around the parade route, and visitors are strongly encouraged to use public transportation. Please visit the WMATA website for more information and the National Park Service website for details on road closures as the parade date approaches.

Seating: Public viewing is completely free along the entire route! Make sure to bring your own outdoor folding chairs and blankets to stay comfortable.

Beat the Crowds: Looking for the best vantage point? Head closer toward the end of the parade route (near 12th St.)—it's historically less crowded, meaning it's way easier to score an incredible view!

Stay hydrated: July temperatures can rise quickly, so be sure to bring plenty of water and drink regularly throughout the morning. A reusable water bottle can help keep you cool and comfortable while you enjoy the parade!

Can't make it in person? Don't sweat it! C-SPAN will broadcast the parade and stream it to all services starting at 10:30 AM on July 4th. If you can't watch live, a full recording will also be available on the National Independence Day Parade's Facebook and YouTube pages.

We’re excited to travel to Washington DC this 4th of July to march in the National Independence Day Parade!

Announcing the participating marching bands in the 2026 National Independence Day Parade! We are thrilled to welcome these talented young musicians from across the country to D.C.!

• Aberdeen Central Golden Eagles Marching Band, South Dakota
• America's Golden Dream Dancers, Florida
• Appleton East High School Marching Band, Wisconsin
• Arcadia High School Marching Band & Color Guard, California
• Bishop Neumann Cavalier Marching Band, Nebraska
• Bixby High School Marine Corps JROTC, Oklahoma
• Boca Raton High School Pride of the Gold Coast Band, Florida
• Chimacum High School Cowboy Marching Band, Washington
• Farmington High School Marching Band, Utah
• Grand Island Senior High School Islander Band, Nebraska
• Hopkins County Central Storm Marching Band, Kentucky
• Kapolei High School Hurricane Marching Band, Hawaii
• Kerkhoven-Murdock-Sunburg Marching Saints, Minnesota
• Kittanning Firemen's Band, Pennsylvania
• Lakeside High School Pride of the Panthers Marching Band, Georgia
• Mississippi College Choctaw Marching Band, Mississippi
• Mohonasen Marching Band, New York
• Mountain Home High School NJROTC, Arkansas
• Mullingar Town Band, Ireland
• Nation Ford High School MCJROTC, South Carolina
• Pella High School Marching Dutch, Iowa
• Robert C. Byrd High School Marching Band, West Virginia
• Sanford High School Band, Maine
• Scarlet Strutters Baton Corps, Ohio
• Texas State Strutters, Texas
• Westlake High School Marching Band, Louisiana
• Williston High School Marching Band, North Dakota
• Woodward High School Marching Band, Oklahoma

It was chilly 🥶 this morning for Early Morning Marching! Excited for the Band Day Parade on Saturday, starting at noon at the corner of 18th and University!