Drum Corps International - DCI World Championships
Overview
For nearly a half century, Drum Corps International, Marching Music’s Major League™, has been the leader in producing events for the world’s most elite and exclusive marching ensembles for student musicians and performers.
A non-profit entity was officially established in 1972, and today DCI supports numerous programs around the globe while sanctioning participating recognized drum corps, SoundSport® performance ensembles and DrumLine Battle™ teams performing in more than 100 competitive events that make up the annual Drum Corps International Tour.
The 2026 Drum Corps International World Championships marks the exciting conclusion of a more than 80-event competitive summer tour for the world’s finest marching music ensembles.
Featuring a high level of performance excellence coupled with an intense competitive spirit, nearly 50 drum and bugle corps filled with dedicated performers will take the field throughout the week, creating unparalleled excitement as they vie for World Championship titles.
Adding to the entertainment in Indianapolis will be SoundSport and DrumLine Battle teams, whose all-age, all-instrumentation performances will add unique flair to the World Championships Week atmosphere as part of the SoundSport International Music & Food Festival.
Champions are crowned in Indy during the amazing event lineup this week. Grab a meal or drink at The District Tap, the "Official Hangout of the DCI World Championships."
Schedule:
August 6 - Prelims
August 7 - All-Age Prelims
August 7 - Semifinals
August 7 - Shining a Light on Music Education
August 8 - SoundsSport International Music & Food Festival
August 8 - All-Age World Championship Finals
August 8 - World Championship Finals
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