Shenandoah Apple Blossom Festival® 2026 Jr/High Marching Band Parade Application
About the event
About the application
Shenandoah Apple Blossom Festival® Firefighters’ Parade
Friday, May 1, 2026 – Step Off at 6:00 PM
A beloved tradition honoring our first responders, the Firefighters’ Parade welcomes all middle and high school marching bands to perform along the lively streets of Old Town Winchester. It’s a fun, high-energy evening filled with community spirit!
Shenandoah Apple Blossom Festival® Grand Feature Parade
Saturday, May 2, 2026 – Step Off at 1:30 PM
The centerpiece of the Festival, the Grand Feature Parade showcases the best of the region with floats, celebrities, and more. Only high school marching bands are invited to participate in this prestigious event, bringing music and pride to one of Virginia’s most celebrated traditions.
Questions on the application
User information
- First name
- Last name
Additional information
- Have you participated in the Festival before?
- Parade Participating In (select all the apply)
- School Name
- School Mailing Address
- Name of Band Director
- Email for Band Director
- Name of Principal
- School Phone Number
- Phone Number for Day of Event Contact
- School Enrollment
- # of Instruments
- # of Non-Playing Instruments
- Total # in Band
- Are you using a Tour Company?
- Name of Tour Company
- Tour Company Contact Person First and Last Name
- Tour Company Contact Email
- Tour Company Contact Phone Number
- Tour Company Address
- Band Webpage, Facebook or Instagram Page
- Written Media Information for TV Announcers
- We agree to comply with all rules, regulations, and policies of the Shenandoah Apple Blossom Festival®. If we participate, we will adhere to the terms and conditions as prescribed and agree to indemnify and hold harmless the Shenandoah Apple Blossom Festival® and the City of Winchester from any and all liability arising from our participation in the Festival.