BATTLE OF THE BANDS
Pepsi National Battle of the Bands
Date: Saturday, January 16, 2027
Location: Flagler Credit Union Stadium
Showtime: 3:00 PM EST (Gates open at 1:30 p.m.)
Get ready for the most electrifying show in HBCU band culture. The 2027 Pepsi National Battle of the Bands in The Palm Beaches brings some of the nation’s best marching bands to The Palm Beaches for an unforgettable event full of sound, soul, and school spirit.
This isn’t just halftime; it’s the main event.
A Celebration of Culture and Talent
This year’s theme, “Where Culture Meets the Coast,” shined through every note and every step, as each band showcased their unique sound and style, honoring the legacy and traditions of HBCUs.
Bands Taking the Field in 2027
Alabama State University
Mighty Marching Hornets
Playing to the Home Side
Bethune-Cookman University –
Marching Wildcats
Playing to the Home Side
Edward Waters University
Triple Threat Marching Band
Playing to the Home Side
Florida A&M University -
The Marching "100"
Playing to the Home Side
Jackson State University –
Thee Sonic Boom of the South
Playing to the Home Side
Miles College –
Purple Marching Machine
Playing to the Home Side
See You in 2027!
The journey continues! Join us for the 2027 Pepsi National Battle of the Bands in The Palm Beaches, a regional HBCU band showcase in Florida, on Saturday, January 16, at Flagler Credit Union Stadium in Boca Raton, FL.
