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Listed in reverse order of performance
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| Blue Devils B - Concord, CA |
| Santa Clara Vanguard Cadets - Santa Clara, CA |
| Citations - Burlington, MA |
| Teal Sound - Jacksonville, FL |
| Raiders - Wayne, NJ |
| Revolution - San Antonio, TX |
| Capital Regiment - Columbus, OH |
| Oregon Crusaders - Portland, OR |
| Velvet Knights - Pasadena, CA |
| Memphis Sound - Memphis, TN |
| Legends - Kalamazoo, MI |
| 7th Regiment - New London, CT |
| Colt Cadets - Dubuque, IA |
| Dutch Boy - Kitchener, ON |
| Music City - Nashville, TN |
| Racine Scouts - Racine, WI |
| Les Stentors - Sherbrooke, QC |
| Spirit of Newark/New Jersey - Newark, NJ |
| Blue Saints - Sudbury, ON |
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- Directions
- Special Events
- VIP Events
- Area Information
- Parking
- Stadium
- Related Events
Directions
| From I-94 use Exit 34B, US 421 North – Go about 2.5 miles to stadium on the left. From I-80/I-90 Indiana Toll Road use Exit 39, US 421 North – Go about 7 miles to stadium on the left. |
Special Events
2009 OPENING CEREMONIES
WHEN: Monday August 3 at 6:00 PM
WHERE: Ames Field Fountain located just outside of the stadium. Performances by Legend from Kalamazoo, Mich. and Velvet Knights from Pasadena, Calif. |
DCI Marketplace
| Join Drum Corps International, the performing corps and our corporate partners in the Marketplace for souvenirs, product demonstrations and videos of legendary drum corps performances. The Marketplace is located located behind the stands under the trees. |
VIP Events
| There will be a Fan Lounge for spectators to get out of the sun and sit at a table to eat or cool off. |
Airport Information
Chicago Midway is approximately a 1 hour drive
Chicago O’Hare is approximately 1 ½ Hours Drive
Michiana Regional in South Bend is approximatly 35 minute drive |
Area Hotels
Area Information
| Michigan City is 55 miles from Chicago on the south shore of Lake Michigan. The city has a population of about 34,000. |
Time Zone
Michigan City, Indiana is in the Central Time Zone.
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Things To Do
WASHINGTON PARK:
On the lakefront. Two miles of public beaches, large sand dunes, zoo, lighthouse & pier, large marina, picnic areas etc.INDIANA DUNES NATIONAL LAKESHORE:
On the west edge of Michigan City. This 15,000 acre National Park has massive sand dunes, beaches, hiking, camping, etc. Mt. Baldy is one of the largest “living sand dunes” in the world. MUSEUMS:
Old Lighthouse Museum
Ragtops Auto Museum
Barker Mansion SHOPPING:
Lighthouse Place Premium Outlets has over 150 quality stores and draws 4 million visitors a year. CASINOS:
Blue Chip Casino - Downtown Michigan City
Four Winds Casino – New Buffalo, Michigan |
Parking Location
| Spectator parking lots are plentiful around the stadium. |
Parking Cost
| There is no charge for parking at this event. |
Concessions
| Please support the Michigan City High School Band Boosters by visiting the concessions stands at Ames Field. |
Other Events near this Location
Other Events at this Venue
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2009 DCI World Championship Schedule
Monday, August 3 |
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Opening Ceremonies
Ames Field - Michigan City, IN |
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Tuesday, August 4 |
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Open Class Quarterfinals
Ames Field - Michigan City, IN |
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Wednesday, August 5 |
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Individual & Ensemble Competition
Indiana Convention Center – Indianapolis, IN
Hall of Fame Kickoff Party
Indiana Convention Center – Indianapolis, IN |
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Thursday, August 6 |
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World Class Quarterfinals
Lucas Oil Stadium – Indianapolis, IN |
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Friday, August 7 |
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FanFair
White River State Park – Indianapolis, IN
Open Class Semifinals
Lucas Oil Stadium – Indianapolis, IN
World Class Semifinals
Lucas Oil Stadium – Indianapolis, IN
Awards and Age-Out Ceremonies
Lucas Oil Stadium – Indianapolis, IN |
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Saturday, August 8 |
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FanFair
White River State Park – Indianapolis, IN
Open Class Finals
Lucas Oil Stadium –Indianapolis, IN
World Class Finals
Lucas Oil Stadium – Indianapolis, IN |
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