Future Vandal Game Day

Join the Vandal Marching Band for home football game performance

University of Idaho’s Vandal Marching Band invites you to our annual Future Vandal Game Day on Sept. 19, 2026! This event is open to high school juniors and seniors who want to experience college-level music, academics and university life while visiting the U of I campus.

Event highlights:

Rehearse with the Vandal Marching Band (VMB)
Perform with the VMB in the stands at the Idaho vs. Abilene Christian game
Enjoy pregame and halftime performances by the VMB
Learn about collegiate music ensembles, scholarships and auditions
Connect over a pre-game meal, sponsored by the U of I Alumni Association

Your musical journey doesn’t have to end after high school. U of I has a variety of performance opportunities — including concert bands, jazz bands, marching and basketball bands, color guard, symphony orchestras and choirs. Over half of VMB members are not music majors, so you can continue your passion for music no matter your major.

Event schedule

9:30 a.m. —Registration (Administration Building lobby)

10 a.m. —Brief welcome and introductions (Admin Auditorium)

10:15 a.m. —Rehearsal with section leaders of the VMB (Administration Building auditorium)

11:15 a.m. —Lunch (Physical Education Building)

12:15 p.m. — Walk to the Kibbie Dome

12:35 p.m. —Watch VMB pre-game performance (Kibbie Dome)

1 p.m. —Kickoff (play in the stands during the football game)

2:45 p.m.—Watch VMB half-time show (Kibbie Dome)

5 p.m. — Vandals win! (Kibbie Dome)

Eligibility

You must be a high school junior and senior. No marching band experience is required to participate.

Costs

This event is completely free. Just register and bring your instrument or flag to Moscow to join the fun.

Registration and participation waiver

If you’d like to join Future Vandal Game Day, please complete the online registration form. A participation waiver is also required before the event. If you are under 18, a parent or legal guardian must complete and submit the form on your behalf.

Complete the online participation waiver

Uniforms, music and instruments

You’ll receive a Vandal Marching Band T-shirt to wear during the event. Please wear black pants (jeans, slacks, etc.) and avoid hats or caps. Comfortable, dark-colored shoes are recommended.

Your music packet will be emailed to you earlier in the week. Percussion instruments will be provided, but all other musicians must bring their own instruments.

Parking

No permits are required for parking on Saturday. There are two parking lots conveniently located next to the School of Music.

For more details on parking options, view the campus map.

Information for band directors

Your attendance is not required for your students to participate. But you are welcome to come along and enjoy the events and the game...without having to direct the band!

Questions?

Please email or call 208-885-4129 for more information.