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Marching Band Competition

Top marching bands from the region march in our parades each year, and we’d love for you to join us. We hold two parades each day: the first at 2:15 p.m. and the second at 6 p.m. Band awards and drum line performances take place at 3:30 p.m. each day. Awards given each day include those for 1st Place, 2nd Place, 3rd Place and People’s Choice.

Applications for the Marching Band Competitions are due by Monday, May 1, 2023.

This Year’s Festival

May 18, 19, and 20, 2023

Parade Time Each Day

2:15 p.m. Afternoon | 6:00 p.m. Evening

Line-Up Time Each Day

Line-Up starts at the Southwest corner of the Sioux County Courthouse.

1:00 p.m. Afternoon | 5:00 p.m. Evening

Competition Entry Form

Band Application

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This is how your entry will be announced during the parade.
Director's Name(Required)
Email(Required)
Address(Required)
Your Performance
Introduction for your band, include any awards, contests you've won and number of times you've attended Tulip Festival.
Parade Selection(Required)
By submitting an entry, I agree to abide by all Parade guidelines and policies. I understand and agree that all decisions by the Tulip Festival Executive Committee are final and I hereby consent to the enforcement of all Parade and Tulip Festival guidelines and policies.

Get Involved

  • ArtBurst
  • Craft Show
  • Donate
  • Food Vendor
  • Join the Parade
  • Marching Band Competition
  • Night Show
  • Volunteer

Visit Us May 18-20, 2023

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509 8th St SE
Orange City, IA 51041

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