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Pearl Harbor 85th Anniversary Collegiate Mass Band
The Pearl Harbor 85th Anniversary Collegiate Mass Band will feature outstanding collegiate marching band students and collegiate band alumni from across the United States to perform in the commemorative events in Honolulu, Hawaii. The mass band will be a integral part of the Pearl Harbor Memorial Ceremony and Parade, led by renowned collegiate directors from across the nation. Participants will perform for the official opening ceremony and parade marking the 85th anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor. The band will also perform a tribute to our Veterans on the dock of the USS Missouri at Pearl Harbor. This once-in-a-lifetime experience will take place December 4-9, 2026 in beautiful Waikiki. We hope you will apply to take part in this monumental event.
Feature Performance Venues for the Pearl Harbor Program
Polynesian Cultural Center
As one of the most visited locations in all of Hawaii, the Polynesian Cultural Center is a must see for any visitor to Hawaii. The PCC also provides a great performance venue for any type of performing ensemble. Groups will be received by enthusiastic and receptive audiences and will have a great experience, not just during their performance, but during their entire visit to the Polynesian Cultural Center.
​​Arizona Memorial Visitor Center
As the centerpiece of the Pearl Harbor area, the USS Arizona Memorial Visitor Center is an ideal place for music ensembles to perform for citizens and visitors to Hawaii. This newly renovated and updated visitor center is where visitors begin their tour of Pearl Harbor where they learn about the attack 70 years ago. Often times, there are actual survivors present to share their stories of what they experienced first hand. Performances are held within view of the USS Arizona Memorial, the Battleship Missouri and the USS Bowfin.
​​USS Bowfin
Located at Pearl Harbor right next to the USS Arizona Visitor Center, the USS Bowfin offers a wonderful performance venue for music ensembles.
USS Missouri
One of Pearl Harbor's most iconic venues is at the USS Missouri or Mighty Mo. Your performing ensemble will perform a feature concert in the shadows of this historic battle ship. This experience will create memories to last a lifetime and will be one of the highlights of your trip to Hawaii.