With excessive heat warnings and advisories in effect for the coming weekend in many locations throughout California and the Pacific Northwest, Drum Corps International has proactively modified the schedules and details of a number of upcoming events in an effort to avoid extreme temperatures and to better safeguard performers, stadium staff, adjudicators and spectators.
In addition to weather considerations, event organizers are also navigating local sound ordinances and the unique safety requirements facing each participating ensemble relative to their respective compliance with USDOT driver hours in delaying start times or otherwise modifying performance schedules.
Spectators attending these events are encouraged to hydrate and take necessary precautions for the heat. Performing corps have been working with their respective health and wellness teams to employ aggressive cooling strategies throughout rehearsal days as they’ve been preparing for their upcoming shows.
Check each individual event page (links below) for the most up-to-date event information:
MidCal Champions Showcase
Clovis, CA | Friday, July 5
Start time: 8:25 p.m. PT
Stadium gates open: 7:30 p.m.
Additional notes: Lineup modified for a shorter event starting after sundown. Comfort station located just inside the gates. Empty water bottles permitted that can be filled upon entry.
Northwest Youth Music Games Portland
Hillsboro, OR | Friday, July 5
Start time: 8 p.m. PT
Stadium gates open: 5:30 p.m. PT
Additional notes: Spectators can bring own water bottles into stadium.
DCI West
Stanford, CA | Saturday, July 6
Start time: 6:10 p.m. PT
Stadium gates open: 4:45 p.m. PT
Additional notes: Water will be available for purchase at the concession stands.
Northwest Youth Music Games Seattle
Renton, WA | Saturday, July 6
Start time: 8 p.m. PT
Stadium gates open: 5:30 p.m. PT
Additional notes: Spectators can bring own water bottles into stadium.
DCI Capital Classic
Sacramento, CA | Sunday, July 7
Start time: 6:20 p.m.
Stadium gates open: 5 p.m. PT
Additional notes: No coolers permitted, but sealed or empty water bottles will be allowed. Stadium will sell water in stands in between performances.
Resound
Bakersfield, CA | Monday, July 8
Start time: 8:30 p.m. PT
Stadium gates open: 7:30 p.m. PT
Additional notes: Spectators can bring own water bottles into stadium.
Drums Along the Columbia
Kennewick, WA | Monday, July 8
Start time: 8 p.m. PT
Stadium gates open: 5:30 p.m. PT
Additional notes: Spectators can bring own water bottles into stadium.
Northwest Youth Music Games Boise
Meridian, ID | Tuesday, July 9
Start time: 8 p.m. MT
Stadium gates open: 5:30 p.m. MT
Additional notes: Spectators can bring own water bottles into stadium.