Marching Band Extravaganza!

Promotional Poster for 15th Annual MBEX Marching Pride event

Come be a part of the UNA Marching Band Extravaganza (MBEX)! This annual event, hosted by the award-winning Marching Pride of North Alabama, is a one-day experience for both middle and high school marching band students.

Participants will learn new skills, connect with fellow musicians, and get a firsthand look at what it takes to be a part of a large, high-level college ensemble. Students will also march alongside the Marching Pride! Join us for a day of music, fun, and marching pride!

Event Details

Payments: The  $50 participation fee can be paid here:

No cash payments will be accepted at this event*

UNA Marching Pride Rehearsal : 7:00am – 8:30am (Braly Stadium – open to the public) 

UNA Marching Pride Exhibition for MBEx : 8:30am (Braly Stadium – open to the public) 

Saturday Morning Check-in : 9:00am-9:30am (Braly Stadium – bring your instrument and/or equipment and music.) 

Extravaganza practice with the UNA Band : 9:30am – 11:00pm. We will learn drill sets, have sectional time with the UNA members, and then we’ll put the entire production together! Your family is welcome to watch the whole process. 

Call to Stadium : 4:30pm at Royal Avenue Tennis Courts of stadium warm-up area 

Half-time : Join the UNA Band on the field for the finale of the halftime show! 

Tickets : Tickets for the football game can be purchased using the code BandDay25.

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