UMN School of Music Presents
64th Annual Marching Band Indoor Concert
Sat, Nov 22, 7:00 pm
Sun, Nov 23, 2:00 pm
Celebrate an annual tradition for the whole family when the 320+ members of “The Pride of Minnesota” return to Northrop! This electrifying indoor concert brings a new twist on halftime favorites, an exciting appearance by Goldy Gopher, and more. The University of Minnesota Marching Band, under the direction of Dr. Betsy McCann and Dr. John Leonard, remains one of the most dynamic and visible organizations on campus, providing enthusiastic support to the University’s athletic programs and representing the UMN at events year-round. Join the fun at this high-energy, participatory concert that celebrates Gopher spirit!
Top image: University of Minnesota Marching Band. Photo © Gopher Photo.
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University of Minnesota Marching Band. Photo © Gopher Photo.
University of Minnesota Marching Band. Photo © Gopher Photo.
University of Minnesota Marching Band. Photo © Gopher Photo.
University of Minnesota Marching Band. Photo © Gopher Photo.
University of Minnesota Marching Band. Photo © Gopher Photo.
University of Minnesota Marching Band. Photo © Gopher Photo.
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“They’re the unsung heroes … of the sports calendar. Their beats fill the breaks between the plays on the field; they keep fans glued to their seats at halftime; and without them, the ‘Rouser’ would fail to rouse.”—Minnpost
To Help You Decide
Add-on to Your Season Package and Save Now
Save 15% on your Marching Band ticket when you add-on to your Northrop Season subscription. Single tickets on sale Jun 10.
Our flexible Create Your Own package lets you choose your experiences from any three or more in-person events from the 2025–26 Northrop Season! Subscribers enjoy:
- Savings of 15%—when you buy three+ 2025–26 Northrop Season events
- Best seats—be among the first to choose
- Partial payment plans
- Early prepaid parking reservations—order when you purchase tickets
- Invites to exclusive, behind-the-scenes events
- Flexibility at no extra cost—get unlimited free ticket exchanges
- Our appreciation for supporting Northrop programming and Centennial Commissions! Your purchase helps make a difference.
You might enjoy this performance if you love(d):
The first 63 concerts and/or UMN Gopher football game halftime shows!
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Know Before You Go
Event Information
- Seating: Ticket Required
- Performance Begins:
7:00 pm, Sat, Nov 22
2:00 pm, Sun, Nov 23 - Add on to your season package and Save now
- Single Tickets on Sale Jun 10
If you need assistance, please call 612-624-2345, email umntix@umn.edu.
Planning Your Visit
Acknowledgments
This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a Minnesota State Arts Board Operating Support grant, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.
