The Pride of Herndon's hard work paid off today at the 2026 VBODA Assessment at Rocktown High School in Harrisonburg, VA. Herndon received a rating of SUPERIOR with highest possible scores across the board. Watch the video of the band receiving their results in real time below: Thank you to our seniors, directors, staff, and chaperones

Pride of Herndon presents: TAG DAY CONCERT 2026 Wednesday, October 28, 2026 7:00pm (doors open 6:45pm) Free to the public Herndon High School Auditorium (enter through door 8)

Spectators were treated to the first few minutes of the 2026 Marching Band show on Friday, August 28th, and it was spectacular. On just the fifth day of school, the band took the field at halftime to unveil what we've been waiting to watch. Color guard snapped in unison with the music, and the audience was left with a preview of what will become a memorable performance by the Pride of Herndon. Steal the Show Short 2026 It's early in the season but it's already clear this show is poised to be special. And we're here for it. The Herndon Band is under the direction of Mr. Brian Fisher and Dr. Antares Leask Our 2026 show entitled “Steal the Show - Art Heist” features: Mussorgsky’s Pictures at an Exhibition “Hatching the Plan” - Ballet of the Unhatched Chicks and Mission Impossible Theme “The Theft” - The Old Castle and Adele’s “Skyfall” “The Chase” - Baba Yaga and Wing’s “Live and Let Die” “Finale” - Smooth Criminal and Great Gate The student captains are Jack Gomez, Charles Patrum, Alex Gilson, and Ashley Cooper Soloists Friday were Daniel Hoffman and Charles Patrum This year’s drum majors are Jonathan Mauricio Lopez and Theo Cuadro Do yourself a favor. Grab the family. Pop some popcorn, stream the Mission Impossible movies, turn off the lights, and turn up the volume. It's going to be a great year, lock your safe.

Information about the Pride of Herndon's largest fundraiser of the year tag day -60 MORE DAYS UNTIL TAG DAY! WHAT IS IT? Tag Day is the Herndon High School Band's largest fundraiser, and a community tradition in Herndon! WHO DOES IT? On Tag Day all Herndon Band students, dressed in their uniforms, will fan out across the Herndon High School District to share information about the Band Program using door tags, while accepting donations from the community. Our goal is to reach every neighborhood in the school district, so if this is where you live, you are likely to see them! Support them with a donation, honk, and a wave! HOW DOES IT WORK? Donations are accepted on the spot or via the links below. Every donation directly helps reduce student fees and pay for master instructors, uniforms, instrument maintenance, invitational performances and more WHEN IS IT? For the 2026-2027 season, Tag Day will take place August 29, 2026 HOW DOES THE BAND THANK THE COMMUNITY? The Tag Day Concert is the band's way of thanking the community for the incredible generosity and support each year. The Pride will host a free concert on October 28th. Check back here for the concert program closer to the event. 501(c)3 tax information: Herndon High School Band Parents Association, Herndon, VA Tax-exempt since Sept. 1993 EIN: 54-1629832 VOLUNTEER CONCERT PROGRAM NEED THE STUDENTS' FAQ? Check out this file FAQ ways to support tag day: PAYPAL giving fund Donate MAIL Make your check out to HHSBPA PO Box 1293 Herndon, VA 20172-1293 email tagday@herndonband.org

Sponsor the Pride of Herndon. Herndon Hgih School Marching Band SPONSORSHIPS For over 75 years, the Herndon High School Band program has inspired thousands of Herndon’s students by providing them with meaningful musical education, exceptional leadership training, organization, and management skills for future success. We invite you to help us build on this rich tradition and advance the program into the future by becoming a sponsor. Your contributions enable us to maintain and replace instruments and uniforms to ensure that the "Pride of Herndon" always looks and sounds its best during marching and concert performances. Funds received from sponsors are also used to pay for specialty clinicians, and contributions noted below will go directly to reducing the cost per student of the trip to Pearl Harbor. Sponsorship options and benefits are listed below. BECOME A SPONSOR SPONSORSHIP LEVELS Title Benefits Fee Gold Showcase VIP/Awards presenter at Showcase in September, Logo/Name on Drum Major Podium Drape; Banner (3'x6') in HHS Stadium for entire sponsorship year, recognition on stage at Tag Day Concert; Logo on Vertical Banner displayed on stage during all home Concerts; Mention by Band Director during Concerts; Logo/name on Website with link to company page; Logo listed in all Concert programs; Social media shout-outs throughout the year $5,000 Wind Ensemble Banner (3'x6') in HHS Stadium for entire Marching season, recognition on stage at Tag Day Concert; Logo on Vertical Banner displayed on stage during all home Concerts; Mention by Band Director during Concerts; Logo/name on Website with link to company page; Logo listed in all Concert programs; Social media shout-outs throughout the year. $1,000 Symphonic Logo on Vertical Banner displayed on stage during all home Concerts; Mention by Band Director during Concerts; Logo/name on Website with link to company page; Logo listed in all Concert programs; Social media shout-outs throughout the year. $750 Concert Logo/name on Website with link to company page; Logo listed in all electronic Concert programs; Logo listed in all Concert programs; Social media shout- outs throughout the year. $500 Friend Perfect for friends and family members near and far, sponsors at this level will be named in programs and in Social media shout-outs throughout the year. $250 benefits at a glance Individuals are welcome to support at any level; we will work with you to be sure your contribution is recognized in a way that is meaningful to you, commensurate with the level of sponsorship. SPONSORSHIP FORM Herndon High School Band Parents Association PO Box 1293, Herndon, VA 20172-1293 Please fill in the form below to initiate the Sponsorship process. Upon submission you will be directed to our PayPal Giving Fund to complete payment. Someone from the BPA will contact you to confirm your submission. If you prefer to pay via check please see below. For a PDF form click here. If you have questions please contact vicepresident @herndonbands.org . All donations are Tax Deductible – HHSBPA is a 501(c)(3) * Sponsorships received by the following dates will be included in the items below per the sponsorship level: Podium Drape: August 1, 2026 Stadium Banner: September 1, 2026 Concert Banner: October 1, 2026 If paying by check, please make payable to: Herndon High School Band Parents Association (HHSBPA) PO Box 1293, Herndon, VA 20172-1293 Company / Name* Address* POC First Name* POC Last name* Email* Phone # Single choice* Gold - $5000 Wind Ensemble - $1000 Symphonic - $750 Concert - $500 Friend - $250 Upload up to 5 files Upload Files Submit other ways to pay: MAIL Mail your checks to HHSBPA Send to PO Box 1293 Herndon, VA 20172-1293 email vicepresident@herndonband.org our SPONSORS gold Wind Ensemble Spencers Safe & Lock Go to Sunset Hills Automotive Go to symphonic concert SPONSOR FORM

The Herndon High School Band program has been a part of Northern Virginia since 1947, making it the the oldest established high school band in Fairfax County. Herndon High School Bands About Us Founded in 1947, the Herndon High School Band (affectionately called the 'Pride of Herndon') is the oldest school band program in Fairfax County. The band program includes Marching Band, Color Guard, Indoor Drumline, Jazz Band, Percussion Ensemble, Symphonic Band, Symphonic Winds, and Wind Ensemble. The program has been recognized as one of the best band programs in Virginia. Your support and donations help us maintain our high-quality band program, including paying for uniforms, music, instrument maintenance, performances, and competitions. Thank you! Read more About important information SUPERIOR Rating at VBODA 2026 Ryan Buckner IT Admin HHSBPA 2 days ago 1 min read Free Tag Day Concert 2026 Webmaster 3 days ago 1 min read Steal The Show - Art Heist Ryan Buckner IT Admin HHSBPA Sep 1 1 min read NEWS GALLERY EVENTS Upcoming Events Stay up-to-date with our upcoming games, events and performances. SEE ALL EVENTS Tag Day Concert Wed, Oct 28 Herndon High School Auditorium More info Details 38 days to the event Herndon Tree Lighting Sat, Dec 05 Herndon Old Town Hall More info Details 48 days to the event Winter Concert Tue, Dec 15 Herndon High School Auditorium More info Details Load More Our Sponsors SPONSOR US Spencers Safe & Lock Wind Ensemble Sunset Hills Automotive Wind Ensemble Sponsorship Show your support for music education and contribute to the Herndon High School Bands today! Support Us Donate