The Drum Corps International World Championships, Aug. 4 – 8 2009, will mark a week-long celebration of the “very best” in the world of marching music. Featuring a high level of performance excellence coupled with an intense competitive spirit, more than 40 drum and bugle corps made up of some 5,000 young performers will take the field throughout the course of the week, creating unparalleled excitement as they vie for the World Championship title. But the World Championships are never just about the competition on the field. With thousands of fans, supporters and alumni traveling from across the country and the world to be part of the festivities, the DCI World Championships become the biggest social gathering of the year for the entire drum corps community. In and outside of the stadium venue, individuals will have the opportunity to meet up with friends both old and new to share their common passion for Marching Music’s Major League. Use this guide below to plan your week and take advantage of everything Drum Corps International and the cities of Michigan City and Indianapolis, Ind. have to offer. Monday, August 3, 2009
Michigan City Opening Ceremonies
Tuesday, August 4, 2009
Open Class Quarterfinals, Ames Field
Wednesday, August 5, 2009
Indy Drum-off Press Conference
Indy Drum-Off Press Conference Where: Lucas Oil Stadium North Steps, 500 S. Capitol Ave., Indianapolis When: 11 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. ET Admission: Free and open to the public About: Emceed by DCI Field Pass host Dan Potter, this media event will pit the talents of the Cavaliers’ drum line against those of local celebrities including media members, sports team personalities, and more.
Hall of Fame Kickoff Party Where: Indiana Convention Center, 100 S. Capitol Ave., Indianapolis When: 9:30 p.m. to 2 a.m. ET Admission: Free and open to the public About: Enjoy great food, drink, games, auctions and entertainment as the drum corps community comes together to celebrate the latest classes of DCI Hall of Fame inductees and to kickoff the start of the World Championships in Indianapolis.
Thursday, August 6, 2009
Indianapolis Artsgarden
DCI Promotional Performance Where: Circle Center Mall, Indianapolis Artsgarden (Illinois and Washington St., Indianapolis) When: 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. ET Admission: Free and open to the public About: Teal Sound will be sure to rattle the glass at a special performance in the magnificent Indianapolis Artsgarden, the home to more than 300 free performances and exhibitions each year. Learn more about the Indy Artsgarden.
Big, Loud & Live 6 Wrap Party Where: Hard Rock Caf?© Indianapolis, 49 S. Meridian St., Indianapolis When: 11 p.m. ET (following World Class Quarterfinals) Admission: Free and open to DCI Super Fans About: Following the World Championship Quarterfinals, DCI Super Fans can join the production crew, DCI staff and other fans at the famous Hard Rock Caf?© to celebrate the very first “Big, Loud and Live” broadcast shot and produced entirely in high definition. Learn more about becoming a DCI Super Fan.
Friday, August 7, 2009
Lucas Oil Stadium
Open Class Semifinals Where: Lucas Oil Stadium, 500 S. Capitol Ave., Indianapolis When: 8 a.m. ET Admission: $15 general admission tickets About: The field narrows to 17 as the Open Class corps continue their run for the gold, giving all they’ve got in this competition for a chance to advance to the Saturday morning Finals. The event will also feature special exhibition performances by the two corps that did not advance from the Quarters.
Super Fan and Alumni After Party Where: Slippery Noodle Inn, 372 S. Meridian St., Indianapolis When: Approximately 11 p.m. ET, following the World Class Semifinals Admission: Free and open to DCI Super Fans About: DCI Super Fans will have the chance to indulge in great food and drinks while celebrating the excitement of the 2009 World Championships with friends old and new at the Super Fan and Alumni Party Headquarters, downtown Indy’s prominent Slippery Noodle Inn. Learn more about becoming a DCI Super Fan.
Saturday, August 8, 2009
White River State Park
DCI FanFair Where: White River State Park, 801 W. Washington St., Indianapolis When: 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. ET Admission: Free and open to the public About: Watch World and Open Class corps up close as they warm-up and prepare for their big performances at this first ever public festival, complete with family fun, food, souvenirs and more.
Super Fan and Alumni After Party Where: Slippery Noodle Inn, 372 S. Meridian St., Indianapolis When: Approximately 12:30 a.m. ET, following World Class Finals Admission: Free and open to DCI Super Fans About: DCI Super Fans will have the chance to indulge in great food and drinks while celebrating the excitement of the 2009 World Championships with friends new and old at the Super Fan and Alumni Party Headquarters, downtown Indy’s prominent Slippery Noodle Inn. Learn more about becoming a DCI Super Fan.
