Football foes from the PAC 12 and Big 12 conferences battle each year in this Alamo Dome classic. Join the cast of over 1,000 musicians, dancers and cheerleaders to participate in a fun week of performances. Plus, enjoy the beauty of San Antonio and its Riverwalk, the history of the Alamo and fun at Six Flags Fiesta Texas! Participate in the halftime show and the River Walk Pep Rally. Pick your favorite college band as they perform on barges floating through the iconic San Antonio River Walk.

When: December or January, Annually

Where: San Antonio, Texas

Imagine your band performing in the Sugar Bowl New Year’s Eve Parade. Floats galore adorn the street in this Mardi Gras-style parade. In addition to the Big Easy's famed history and cuisine, there are riverboat rides, great museums and plenty of music to add to the Sugar Bowl hoopla! Your band has opportunities to perform at historic Jackson Square in the French Quarter and in many other local venues. You won’t want to miss dinner and a New Year's Eve celebration at Mardi Gras World.

When: New Orleans, Louisiana

Where: Late December/Early January, Annually

Originally titled the Blockbuster Bowl, the game was born in Miami, Florida, in 1990. The game was first played in Miami Gardens, Fla, before moving to Orlando in 2001. The top ranked ACC team takes on the runner up for the Big 12 conference. With multiple performance and workshop opportunities at nearby Walt Disney World and Universal Studios, your group will enjoy the rivalry of college football alongside all the magic that central Florida has to offer.

Where: Late December/Early January, Annually

Where: Orlando, Florida

Bring your group and discover Atlanta over the holidays! Celebrate history at the Martin Luther King Historic Site, visit the World of Coca-Cola and enjoy the Georgia Aquarium before the game in the new Mercedes Benz Stadium. The city offers performance opportunities for jazz and concert bands, plus a fun parade.

When: December or January, Annually

Where: Atlanta, Georgia

The seventh-oldest collegiate bowl game in the country, the Vrbo Citrus Bowl began as the Tangerine Bowl in 1947. Since 1993 the bowl has hosted top teams from the Big Ten and Southeastern conferences. With multiple performance and workshop opportunities at nearby Walt Disney World and Universal Studios, your group will enjoy the rivalry of college football alongside all the magic that central Florida has to offer.

When: New Year's Day, Annually

Where: Orlando, Florida

Your group will enjoy the warmth of the desert sun and all that Phoenix has to offer. Starting with the Fiesta Bowl parade, you’ll kick off 10-days of festivities leading up to the match up of Big 12 and Big 10 powerhouses. Cheer on jousting foes while enjoying a dinner like no other at Medieval Times. Perform at the historic Orpheum Theatre and experience the interactive Musical Instrument Museum with instruments from across the globe.

When: December or January, Annually

Where: Glendale, Arizona

San Diego's beautiful Petco Park is home to this annual classic with an ACC school matched-up against the PAC 12. Bands participate in America’s largest balloon parade, The Port of San Diego Holiday Bowl Parade. In addition, performance opportunities abound in local venues. Visit SeaWorld, the famed San Diego Zoo or spend the day on one of the local beaches. Explore Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve and finish the day with a relaxing dinner in Little Italy.

When: December or January, Annually

Where: San Diego, California

A fixture on the holiday schedule since 1959, this popular bowl offers plenty of opportunity for marching bands, cheer groups and more. Your students will entertain Beale Street goers in the Liberty Bowl Parade and Bash on Beale Pep Rally. Graceland is decorated for the holidays and Sun Studios beckons to those interested in learning more about Memphis' musical history. Multiple clinics and performance opportunities for jazz, concert and marching bands, plus the Rock ‘n’ Soul Museum.

When: December – January, Annually

Where: Memphis, Tennessee

This venerable football game and celebration dates back to 1986 and features teams from the Big 10, SEC and ACC conferences. This once-in-a-lifetime performance opportunity offers a New Year’s Eve parade and combined band halftime show. While in the Tampa area, you’ll find everything for holiday fun: great beaches in nearby St. Petersburg and Clearwater, a wonderful zoo, historic Ybor City and more. A plethora of performance venues allow you to feature your jazz or concert band.

When: December or January, Annually

Where: Tampa, Florida

The first Tournament of Roses football game, which was the first post-season football game in the nation, was staged at Tournament Park on January 1, 1902. This collegiate classic is known of the granddaddy of them all and became the first CFP Semifinal site in 2015. You’ll march in the Tournament of Roses Parade, a once in a lifetime event is seen by approximately 47 million television viewers. Your group will also be featured performer in the TOR Bandfest field show. When you’re away from the festivities, explore the Norton Simon Museum or a performance at the historic Pasadena Civic Auditorium.

When: December or January, Annually

Where: Tampa, Florida

Gator Bowl festivities in Northern Florida's Jacksonville put your band in the spotlight. This 67+ year old game pits SEC and Big Ten teams against one another. Before the game, enjoy nearby beaches, The Cummer Museum of Art and Gardens and the historic St. Augustine. You won’t want to miss plenty of Florida sun. Plan a performance in The Florida Theatre, one of only four remaining high-style Movie Palaces built in the 1920’s.

When: January, Annually

Where: Jacksonville, Florida