2025 BATTLE OF THE BANDS LINEUP SET:

The National Battle of the Bands is returning to Houston on Saturday, August 23rd with a stacked lineup of eight storied HBCU marching bands.

The event, presented by Pepsi and produced by Webber Marketing, will be at NRG Stadium. The weekend officially begins Friday, Aug. 2, with programming that highlights entrepreneurship, education, music, and public service.

“Each year, we aim to raise the bar,” said Derek Webber, executive producer of the event and CEO of Webber Marketing. “This isn’t just a show. It’s a platform that honors the music, the legacy, and the impact of HBCUs nationwide.”

This year’s band lineup includes:

Alabama A&M University, Marching Maroon & White

Albany State University, Marching Rams Show Band

Florida A&M University, Marching 100

Jackson State University, Sonic Boom of the South

Langston University, Marching Pride Band

NC A&T State University, Blue and Gold Marching Machine

Prairie View A&M University, Marching Storm

Texas Southern University, Ocean of Soul

Tickets are available now at nationalbattleofthebands.com.