North Platte District Music Performance Assessment (MPA) LARGE ENSEMBLE ONLY
2026-03-23 - 2026-03-24 | Kelly Walsh High School, 3500 E. 12th St., Casper, WY, United States

WMEA Executive Board Meeting
2026-08-29 10:00 - 13:00 (America/Denver) | WHSAA Offices, 6571 E. 2nd Street, Casper, WY, 82609, United States

WMEA/WHSAA State Marching Festival 2026
2026-10-16 - 2026-10-17 | Ford Wyoming Center, 1 Events Dr, Casper, WY, 82601, United States
2026 WYOMING STATE MARCHING BAND FESTIVAL

Ford Wyoming Center
OCTOBER 17, 2026
Doors Open at 2:00PM – National Anthem at 2:25 PM – First Band Performs at 2:30 PM
The Wyoming State Marching Band Festival is the finale event for Marching Bands in the State of Wyoming. This all day event features 22 bands from across the State of Wyoming performing for professional judges for a festival rating. This hybrid event will feature two divisions for bands. The SCHOLASTIC DIVISION where bands can take more of a festival approach, where bands are given a festival rating of Superior, Excellent, or Good OR bands can register for the OPEN DIVISION where bands will compete for a 3A or 4A State Championship and State Ranking. Caption Awards are awarded in the areas of Percussion, Auxiliary, Winds, Music, and Marching. The night ends with an on field award retreat and trophies presented by the Wyoming High School Activities Association. This year we welcome back or very special guests, the University of Wyoming “Western Thunder Marching Band” under the direction of Dr. Joe Carver.
WHSAA State Marching Band Page
Information and forms:
ENTRY FORM CLICK HERE
Questions? Contact State Marching Chair – Sarah Hanson
Visit the WHSAA State Marching Band Results Archive

Northeast District Honor Band & Choir Clinic
2026-11-18 - 2026-11-19 | Thunder Basin HS, 4001 Saunders Blvd, Gillette, WY, 82718, United States

South Big Horn Basin District Music Clinic Honor Band & Choir
2026-11-19 - 2026-11-20 | Lander, Lander, WY, United States

North Big Horn District Honor Band & Choir Clinic
2026-11-20 - 2026-11-21 | Northwest College, Powell, WY, United States

North Platte District Honor Band & Choir Clinic
2026-11-23 - 2026-11-24 | Natrona County High School, 930 E. Elm St., Casper, WY, 82601, United States

Southeast District Honor Band & Choir Clinic
2026-11-23 - 2026-11-24 | South High School, Cheyenne, WY

Southwest District Honor Band & Choir Clinic
2026-11-23 - 2026-11-24 | Kemmerer, Kemmerer, WY, United States

2027 WMEA/WHSAA Wyoming All-State Band/Choir/Orchestra
2027-01-17 - 2027-01-19 | Evanston High Scshool, 701 W. Cheyenne Dr., Evanston, United States
All-State Music Honor Groups
January 17-19, 2027, Evanston HS, Evanston, WY.

The Wyoming High School Activities Association and the Wyoming Music Educators Association are pleased to provide a high quality rehearsal and performance opportunity for students through All-State Honor Band, Orchestra, and Choir.

WJE All-State Jazz Band & Choir
2027-02-01 08:00 - 2027-02-02 17:00 | Northwest College, Powell, WY, United States

Casper College Kinser Jazz Festival Feb 8-10
2027-02-08 - 2027-02-10 | Casper College, 125 College Dr, Casper, WY, 82601, United States
Casper College will be hosting the Casper College Kinser Jazz Festival on February 8-10, 2027 at Casper College in Casper, Wyoming.

University of Wyoming Jazz Festival Feb 22
2027-02-22 | University of Wyoming, Laramie, WY
The University of Wyoming will be hosting the UW Jazz Festival on February 22, 2027 in Laramie.

Northwest College Jazz Festival March 1st, 2027
2027-03-01 | Northwest College, Powell, WY, United States
The Northwest College Jazz Festival is a non-competitive performance opportunity for vocal and instrumental jazz groups at all levels of proficiency. High-quality assessment and instruction will be provided by respected jazz educators in a positive and constructive learning environment. This festival encourages young musicians and teachers to grow through camaraderie and musical exchange. The day includes a concert with our headlining performers (see below).
More information coming soon.

North Platte District Music Performance Assessment (MPA) Solo & Small Ensemble ONLY
2027-04-12 | Kelly Walsh High School, 3500 E. 12th St., Casper, WY, United States

South Big Horn District Music Performance Assessment (MPA)
2027-04-12 - 2027-04-13 | Rock Springs High School, 1375 James Dr., Rock Springs, WY, 82901, United States

Southeast District Music Performance Assessment (MPA)
2027-04-12 - 2027-04-13 | Cheyenne, Cheyenne, WY

North Big Horn District Music Performance Assessment (MPA)
2027-04-20 - 2027-04-21 | Northwest College, Powell, WY, United States

Southwest District Music Performance Assessment (MPA)
2027-04-21 - 2027-04-22 | Afton, Afton, WY

Northeast District Music Performance Assessment (MPA)
2027-04-28 - 2027-04-29 | Sheridan High School, 1056 Long Drive , Sheridan, WY, 82801
