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On  Saturday, September 6, 2025 , the Pride of Herndon will hold its largest fundraiser and one of Herndon’s favorite traditions— Tag Day . Band students in their  red and white uniforms  will visit neighborhoods across the Herndon High School District, sharing information about the program and connecting with neighbors—so be sure to watch out for them! Last year  88 students knocked on nearly  10,000 doors , walked thousands of steps, and brought music and spirit to  10 neighborhoods in the Reston-Herndon area. Our students look forward to your encouragement and support to keep this tradition strong. The Tag Day Concert  (free and open to all) will be held on  Wednesday, October 29, 2025, in the Herndon High School Auditorium.

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 Tag Day: A Herndon High School Tradition Communications Aug 19 1 min read Alumni highlight: Adam Short Ryka Sen Aug 14 0 min read The Pride of Herndon’s Showcase of Bands Communications Aug 13 1 min read NEWS GALLERY EVENTS Upcoming Events Stay up-to-date with our upcoming games, events and performances. SEE ALL EVENTS 7 days to the event Home Football Game vs Briar Woods High School Fri, Sep 19 Herndon High School Stadium More info Details 8 days to the event Competition - South County HS Sat, Sep 20 South County HS More info Details 15 days to the event Showcase of Bands Sat, Sep 27 Herndon High School Stadium More info Buy Tickets Load More Our Sponsors SPONSOR US Griffin Owens Insurance Wind Ensemble Spencers Safe & Lock Wind Ensemble Sunset Hills Automotive Wind Ensemble C2 Education Wind Ensemble Sponsorship Show your support for music education and contribute to the Herndon High School Bands today! Support Us Donate

Herndon High School hosts the Showcase of Bands with over 30 local high school marching bands SHOWCASE OF BANDS 15 MORE DAYS UNTIL SHOWCASE! The Herndon High School Band is proud to host the annual Showcase of Bands. This HHS tradition is your chance to see over 30 of the best regional marching bands perform and compete all in our backyard -- and it's the band's most attended fundraiser of the whole season. Enjoy a festive full day of music, marching, and more. Don't miss a special Pride of Herndon performance at midday. Don't miss our 28th Annual Showcase as we kick off the 2025 Marching Band competition season! Questions about the event? See our FAQs below. BUY TICKETS SCORES PROGRAM VMBC NOVA Regional Presented by Herndon High School Where : Herndon High School Stadium When : Saturday September 27, 2025 Time: 9:00am - 10:00pm SCHEDULE CONCESSIONS "Good Luck.You're amazing!" - Mom & Dad Send an over-the-loudspeaker shout out to your favorite marcher, director, or friend! You can now purchase Air Grams on our website. ORDER NOW over 30 bands 5,500+ attendees THANK YOU SHOWCASE DONORS Weird Brothers Coffee Herndon Location Wegmans Reston, VA Sam's Club Sterling, VA Weird Brothers Coffee Herndon Location 1/13 purchase showcase ads: BUSINESS ADS STUDENT ADS want to HELP WITH showcase? ALL VOLUNTEERS Volunteer positions for all Herndon High School band members, alumni, students, and family members HMS FAMILIES Volunteer positions for Herndon Middle School band students and family members More questions about volunteering? Check out the descriptions here or Contact: volunteer@herndonband.org showcase faq: How can I volunteer? Start with the Sign Up Genius links above. Should you wish to volunteer for Showcase or for future events please contact volunteer@herndonband.org . Or, on the day of the Showcase, walk to the kiosk in front of Door 7 and speak with the volunteer coordinator. How long is the event? The Showcase of Bands event runs from 9am to 10:00pm. Volunteer shifts start from 7am and end at 11pm. What is the cost for attendees, and how do I purchase tickets? Please see the showcase event page for ticket information. Tickets are available for purchase on the website and at the stadium. When does the Herndon High School Band perform? This year Herndon High School Performs at 1:30pm. Program/schedule: https://www.herndonband.org/showcase-program Where do I park? All volunteers (adults) should park at the Dominion Christian School, previously Temple Baptist Church on Dranesville Road and walk through the gate near the tennis courts. Students may be dropped off at the entrance to the band room or at the front of the school. Where do volunteers check in? Please report to check in 15 MINUTES before your shift! Check in at the kiosk in front of Door 7. You will be given a name tag and directed to your station. What do I need to bring? Please bring a fully-charged cell phone, a flexible attitude, and a big smile. Can I cheer during the performance? Cheering is part of the whole experience; so, of course, you can cheer. The bands love to hear the crowd respond to the great music and precise drill execution. Remember, though, cheering at the wrong time is distracting and may unnerve some of the performers. So, give the performers all the positive feedback they deserve while on the field. What is the best way to enjoy the performances? Be an active audience member. If you see something you like during a performance, applaud or cheer. After the performance, if you see a band member, congratulate them on a great performance. And don’t forget to congratulate the band directors. They work especially hard in the marching competition season. Where are the bathrooms? The bathrooms are located by the concession stand just inside the entrance to the stadium. What do I wear? HHS band students and parent volunteers should wear their show shirts, HHS students should wear Herndon shirts, HMS and Elementary students should wear their band shirt or Herndon Pyramid shirts. Dress for the weather, including the unexpected and have comfortable shoes. Can I take pictures and video my band's performance? We welcome photographers and videographers from the stands or on the track. VMBC will not be allowing band representative in the press box. What do I do when I get to my volunteer station? Check-in with the area supervisor. Stay at your station until replacement arrives. Please notify the Volunteer Coordinator at Door 7 should you have to leave early. What do volunteers and bands do if it rains? HHSBPA follows the FCPS Inclement Weather Policy. Light rain will not hamper this event. In the event that there is heavy rain or lightning, each area will be instructed on where to report. We have reserved access to key areas of the school building so that everyone will have a safe place to go. In the event of inclement weather VMBC and Herndon Event Coordinator will contact directors with delay, standstill, indoor performance or cancellation scenarios. When is the event over? The estimated end time is after 10:00 p.m. Sections will be assigned for clean-up duties, and we kindly request everyone's assistance in this effort. Please ensure that volunteers contribute to clean up by removing any trash and litter, paying special attention to areas under the bleachers. If you have additional clean-up needs or questions, please check in at the Drama Room or Command and Control for guidance. Clean-up operations encompass various tasks, including but not limited to: restore the fence that is removed for band entry return all tables used outside to the Cafeteria restore the concession stand and packing up unused materials dismantle and packing up the auxiliary concession stands restore the Drama Room ensure that the school grounds are litter free return school to operational condition before the last volunteer can go home Please remember while we strive for excellent organization and meticulous planning, we acknowledge that unforeseen changes and deviations from the schedule can occur. Nevertheless, drawing from our extensive experience, we are confident that the event will be smoothly executed and highly successful, and everyone will enjoy the occasion. Thank you for your commitment and dedication to this event and thank you to everyone for your help!

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