Music for All has announced that the 2026 Bands of America Nashville Regional Championship, presented by Yamaha, will be relocated to Tucker Stadium on the campus of Tennessee Tech University in Cookeville, Tennessee. The event will take place on Saturday, October 31.
Originally scheduled to be held at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, the decision to move the event follows extensive and ongoing negotiations regarding venue costs. Despite best efforts, Music for All determined that it is not financially feasible to present the event at Nissan Stadium or within other venues in the Nashville metropolitan area due to prohibitive expenses.
“The Nashville Regional Championship continues to see strong enrollment, reflecting the high level of enthusiasm and demand for a Bands of America event in the region,” said Dr. James Weaver, CEO and President of Music for All. “We are committed to delivering a high-quality championship experience, and this move allows us to provide the experience of which Bands of America is known.”
Music for All also expressed appreciation to Tennessee Tech University for its hospitality in welcoming the event to Cookeville. Located approximately 70 miles east of Nashville along Interstate 40, the campus provides a convenient and accessible alternative for participating ensembles and their supporters.
Additional event details, including performance schedules and ticket information, will be announced in the coming months.
See the 2026 Bands of America Championship schedule at marching.musicforall.org/schedule
