2026 Band Night Parade

Friday, May 08, 2026 6:30 pm

Promoted By: Eckroth Music

Join us on May 8th for the annual Eckroth Music Band Night Parade! The parade features dozens of school bands, community organizations, local businesses, and more!

Registration for all entries and the EMC Marching Band opens on March 16th.

For more information and to view the parade route, visit the website: bit.ly/BandNightParade

On the second Friday in May at 6:30 pm, each and every year (weather permitting), Eckroth Music is proud to bring the joy and excitement of the “Band Night” parade to Bismarck North Dakota. School marching bands show off their talent while beauty queens, non-profits, and local businesses from all over the northern mid-west march along with them, giving immeasurable support. Since its inception, it is impossible to guess how many kids, parents, and families have been impacted by the celebration of arts in the community that the parade represents. This one single event drives the futures of so many, and makes the Bismarck community a better place all year long. The details, planning, and implementation of this night are overwhelming, but the effect is immeasurable. For everyone involved in the parade’s success each and every year, thank you for diving in and making this experience so wonderful!