Kings Invitational
September 12, 2026
Kings Band Boosters is proud to host the Kings Invitational on the 2nd Saturday in September. The Kings Invitational is a Mid-States Band Association sanctioned event and is run in accordance with MSBA rules and regulations.
Bands from the tri-state area will compete for awards in the following classes: AA, AAA, AAAA, AAAAA, and Open, as well as awards for Best Color Guard, Best Percussion, Best Music, Best General Effect, and Best Visual Effect in each class and overall. Two bands will receive honors as Reserve Grand Champion and Grand Champion.
When
Date: Saturday, September 12, 2026
Gates Open: 12:30 PM
Performances Begin: 1:30 PM
Full Schedule: View here
Buy Tickets Online: Via Hometown Ticketing
General Admission
Adults (13 yrs and up): $12
Children (5-12 yrs): $7
Children (under 5 yrs): Free
Credit card, Venmo and Cash will be accepted at the gate.
Buy Tickets for the Kings Invitational Here
Parking
Important Notice: Kings HS will have ongoing construction this school year. Please follow all posted signage to best navigate these changes. We appreciate your patience with our parent volunteers and thank you for your understanding.
Free Parking
There is free parking at Rivers Crossing Community Church (5937 Kings Island Dr, Mason, OH 45040). From 1:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., we will run a shuttle bus from this location to the Stadium.
Premium Parking
Limited premium parking is available next to the stadium and in front of the junior high for $20, cash or Venmo only. There are no in-and-out privileges.
Handicap Parking
Limited handicapped parking will be available in the stadium parking lot for free with placard.
Additional Details
- Our concessions, which accept credit, Venmo, or cash, offer a variety of food for spectators. We will also have a bake sale and other vendors in the vicinity of the stadium.
- Please note that video recording of performances is prohibited due to copyright laws.
- If you have any questions, please contact our Band Booster Chairs at kbbcompetitionchairs@kingsband.org