It’s time to Step Up and Show Out for the Honda Battle of the Bands Celebration Tour and Invitational Showcase. This year promises to bring another fantastic and unforgettable experience for all! During the fall season, the Honda Battle of the Bands Celebration tour spotlights the excellence of 41 Historically Black College and University Marching Bands, and the unique academic experience at America’s HBCUs.
The excitement culminates at the Dome in January 2010 for the Invitational Showcase, when 65,000 fans will be on their feet, dancing in the aisles and cheering for the top 10 HBCU Bands. Don’t miss this dynamic display of showmanship and musical mastery as only the HBCU Marching Bands can deliver.
www.hondabattleofthebands.com
Admission
Tickets available on  | Dome Ticket Office: 404.223.8427
Got a Group? Get a Georgia Dome Party Suite just for this event! Contact 404.223.8200 or email suites@gadome.com for pricing and availability.
We’re bringing the sensational sounds of historically black colleges and universities to the Georgia Dome! The 2010 Honda Battle of the Bands showcases unforgettable routines of the top 10 marching bands from America’s HBCUs. It’s more than a battle – it’s a celebration of talent and tenacity. In a Georgia Dome party suite, you can move to the beat of the bands and view their show stopping formations from the best seats in the house. Reserve your party suite today and treat your family, friends, and special guests to priceless performances of the most exciting college marching bands.
Media credentials must be obtained in advance, and may be requested by submitting the media form available on the web, www.hondabattleofthebands.com
Schedule of Events
Box Office opens at 10 am.
Gates open at 1:30 pm,
Show begins at 3 pm
Recruitment Fair in the Georgia Ballroom, Building C, 10 am – 2 pm.
Free admission.
COMPETING BANDS
Virginia State University Marching Trojan Explosion
Florida A & M University Marching 100
Tuskegee University Marching Crimson Piper Band
Albany State University Marching Rams
Clark Atlanta University Mighty Marching Panthers
Prairie View A & M University Marching Storm
Southern University Human Jukebox Marching Band
North Carolina Central University Marching Sound Machine
Parking
/ MARTA
The quickest, most
hassle-free ride to the Dome will be on MARTA—check www.itsmarta.com
for system maps. MARTA train passengers are encouraged to use
the Dome/Philips/GWCC station for a quick hop to and from the
North, South and East lines. Falcons fans without reserved parking
are strongly encouraged to take MARTA or other regional transit
to the games to avoid weekend traffic on the highways and city
traffic for other downtown activities. MARTA offers free daily
parking at 21 of its stations.
Click here for directions and parking information.
Decks and lots open for public parking 8:00 am.
Lots open to public
Orange Lot ($10), Yellow Lot ($8), Green Lot ($8).
 Download GWCCA Parking Map
Accessible Parking
Silver Lot, Orange Lot, Red Deck ($10)
Handicapped Accessible Parking
Silver Lot and Red deck will be available. Both will open to the public at 7a.m.
MARTA Rail Access
GWCC/Philips/Dome Station (W1)
MARTA Schedule
Check http://www.itsmarta.com
RV/Bus Parking
When RV/Bus parking is available, it is located in the Marshalling Yard located off of Ivan Allen Blvd. The cost is $25 per day. back to top
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