FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: May 11, 2026
West Chester University to Host International Marching Band Championships as Part of America’s 250th Birthday Celebration
West Chester, PA — As the United States marks its 250th anniversary, West Chester University (WCU) will host an extraordinary international celebration of music, pageantry, and competition when the World Association of Marching Show Bands (WAMSB) brings its 250th USA Championships to WCU’s John A. Farrell Stadium on Wednesday, July 1, 2026. The event will feature marching bands from around the world, including representatives from Italy, Germany, Sweden, England, Puerto Rico, Colombia, and Wisconsin, in a rare international competition that organizers describe as a once-in-a-lifetime experience and a historic first for the region. Farrell Stadium is located at 855 S New Street, West Chester, PA 19383. For event schedule and ticket information visit https://vivaceproductions.com/wamsb2026/. Tickets are expected to sell out.