World-Class Marching Music Returns to McKinney as DCI Takes the Field July 20
Drum Corps International returns to McKinney on July 20, 2026 with teams from across the nation. Join us at TUPPS Brewery for an expo then head to MISD Stadium for the show.
Nine top drum and bugle corps, including hometown favorite The Guardians, will compete at McKinney ISD Stadium as part of the Drum Corps International’s national summer tour.
(McKinney – July 10, 2026) Visit McKinney invites music lovers and families across North Texas to experience the sight and sound of Drum Corps International (DCI) as nine elite drum and bugle corps take the field at McKinney ISD Stadium on Monday, July 20, 2026, for DCI McKinney.
Gates open at 6:30 p.m., with the show kicking off at 8 p.m. following a welcome and national anthem. The evening's lineup features:
- The Guardians – McKinney, TX
- Blue Stars – La Crosse, WI
- Carolina Crown – Fort Mill, SC
- Crossmen – San Antonio, TX
- Genesis – Austin, TX
- Phantom Regiment – Rockford, IL
- Spirit of Atlanta – Atlanta, GA
- Troopers – Casper, WY
- Zephyrus – Tulsa, OK
(Lineup and performance order subject to change.)
Each corps is made up of talented young musician-athletes competing for points on the road to the DCI World Championships, held August 8 in Indianapolis, Indiana. McKinney is proud to once again host a stop on this prestigious national tour, giving local audiences a front-row seat to some of the finest marching music performers in the country.
Drumline Expo Kicks Off the Weekend – The excitement begins the night before at the free Drumline Expo, set for Sunday, July 19, 2026, at TUPPS Brewery. The expo gives fans an up-close look at DCI corps drumlines ahead of Monday night's full competition. The expo will be held from 7-9 p.m. More information can be found on the TUPPS Brewery website.
Tickets and Event Information – Individual tickets for DCI McKinney range from $46 to $70, with discounted group rates ($36–$60) available for scholastic groups of 20 or more. Tickets are available now at tickets.dci.org. Cash will not be accepted at the box office; all tickets must be purchased online. McKinney ISD Stadium is located at 4201 S Hardin Blvd, McKinney, TX 75070 and there will be parking available on site.
Plan Your Visit – Beyond the stadium, visitors are encouraged to make a weekend of it, exploring McKinney's award-winning historic downtown, sampling local restaurants and breweries, and booking a stay at one of McKinney's many hotels. Visit the Visit McKinney website for dining recommendations, things to do, and lodging options.
Photo galleries of past competitions can be found on the DCI Media Website.
*About Drum Corps International*
The mission of Drum Corps International is to bring the life-enriching benefits and enjoyment of marching music performing arts to more people worldwide. We do this by creating a stage for participating organizations to engage in education, competition, entertainment, and the promotion of individual growth.
*About Visit McKinney*
Visit McKinney strives to bring visitors to our community to generate economic impact by promoting and developing McKinney as a destination for business and leisure travelers. The organization's goal is to help all visitors fully experience McKinney’s historic charm and friendly, vibrant atmosphere, and to enjoy themselves so much, they'll return again with their family and friends. Visit McKinney works with individuals, tour operators, brides, reunion groups, meeting and event planners, travel writers and other journalists, and our tourism partners (attractions, hotels, restaurants, and cultural venues) to help visitors enjoy their time in McKinney. Our services are all free of charge. Learn more at *visitmckinney.com*.
