Join us for our Homecoming events!We will be hosting our annual Friday night reunion, and marching in the parade and at pregame / halftime. We also hold a tailgate in collaboration with the Red and Black Brigade. You may choose to participate in the events of your choice! We only require a Saturday morning rehearsal for those who choose to march in the parade and/or at halftime.
You will need to pay dues and purchase a game ticket in order to march with us on gameday. You will be able to pay your dues via the Homecoming registration form. You may use your own game tickets or tickets purchased via our unique link. |
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Purchase a game ticket
if you intend to march on the field (pregame and/or halftime) you MUST have a game ticket. If you have acquired a ticket another way (such as your own season tickets) you may use that, but you likely will need to sit in your ticketed seat and will not be able to sit with the alumni band.
Cost: $47 per ticket including all fees and taxes
Where: Sections 201 & 202. Our location was selected by UC Athletics and is different from prior years. Note that we will not be sitting next to the undergraduate band.
Cost: $47 per ticket including all fees and taxes
Where: Sections 201 & 202. Our location was selected by UC Athletics and is different from prior years. Note that we will not be sitting next to the undergraduate band.
Ticket FAQ
Last year, Tickets sold out before homecoming. When do I need to purchase my ticket?
- We are not sure when tickets will sell out, but we do anticipate a sellout again this year. We have a limited number of tickets available in our block. In order to ensure you can join us inside the stadium for the game, we highly recommend you purchase your ticket ASAP.
Last year, I got a ticket from an undergraduate band member. Can I use one of those this year?
- There are no free tickets provided to undergraduate band members this year. You must buy a ticket to enter the stadium.
In previous years, I bought my ticket as part of Homecoming registration. How do I register for Homecoming this year?
- We are actively working on the registration process with our university contacts and will make that information available to everyone as soon as possible!
The link has two different Sections (201 + 202). Which one should I pick?
- You can pick either section as long as the link indicates stock is still available. We have one collective block of seats that spans 2 sections, and both sections are the same price point.
Can I pick a specific seat to make sure I sit next to my friend?
- No. If you want to sit next to a particular person, one of you should purchase 2 tickets to ensure that your seats will be located together.
Are these tickets available for family, like in previous years?
- Yes, but please be mindful that we have a limited number of tickets available to our group. The more tickets that go to non-performing members, the fewer performing members we can have on the field.
Friday, October 7
Highly-Recommended Music Rehearsal (optional)
5 pm
Rockwern Band Center
This is an optional, 1-hour music rehearsal open to anyone who is performing on Gameday. There is no cost to attend. One or more of our alumni drum majors will run the rehearsal. We highly recommend attending this rehearsal, as our reunion event is right after (and right across the street)!
Those who are borrowing instruments will need to pick them up at The Cage (located outside Armory Fieldhouse, see map under check-in) and drop them off afterward. If you have accessibility concerns and need an instrument brought to the band room, please contact Brian Pack to make accommodations.
Rockwern Band Center
This is an optional, 1-hour music rehearsal open to anyone who is performing on Gameday. There is no cost to attend. One or more of our alumni drum majors will run the rehearsal. We highly recommend attending this rehearsal, as our reunion event is right after (and right across the street)!
Those who are borrowing instruments will need to pick them up at The Cage (located outside Armory Fieldhouse, see map under check-in) and drop them off afterward. If you have accessibility concerns and need an instrument brought to the band room, please contact Brian Pack to make accommodations.
Alumni Band Reunion
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Post-Reunion Hangout8 - 10 pm
Keystone Bar & Grill Following the reunion at the Homecoming Kickoff Party, the UCBAA has reserved a hangout space the Keystone Bar & Grill in Clifton.
No registration is required; this is an opportunity for alumni band members to continue connecting with one another if desired. |
Saturday, October 8
Check-in6:45 AM
The Cage at Armory Fieldhouse |
ParkingWe highly recommend you pre-purchase parking on the athletic department website, as parking garages will be opening to the public around 6am. Cash parking is available only at Eden Garage. Parking in Calhoun, Campus Green, CCM, Corry, University and Varsity Village Garages is by pass only. See a parking map.
Street parking (free) may be available in surrounding campus areas. |
The Cage at Armory Fieldhouse
Rehearsal7:30 AM - Warmup, Armory Fieldhouse
8:30am - On-field rehearsal with undergraduate band, Sheakley Athletic Center (practice football field) Sheakley Athletic Center
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Parade10:15 AM - Line up for parade (Calhoun St. at Corbett Dr.)
10:30 AM - Homecoming parade (around campus) We will have two trucks available for those with accessibility needs. If you have not already, please contact Brian Pack to confirm your spot on the trucks. |
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TailgateDetails to be announced. Times below are from 2021.
12:00pm - Lunch at Armory Fieldhouse. Marching members can get tickets scanned and receive wristbands at this time. 1:30pm - Sigma Sigma performance (Sigma Sigma Commons) 1:45pm - Line up for Down the Drive (Sigma Sigma Commons) - THIS STEP IS CRITICAL. The parade will let out on Woodside Drive, near the Lindner College of Business. At this point, you are free to tailgate, perform in or watch the band's Sigma Sigma performance, or rest up for the game. We will provide a lunch to performing, dues-paying members at the Cage. TICKETING + FAST PASS Whether you purchased tickets through our block or have season tickets, you will need to have your ticket downloaded to your mobile device. Athletics recommends downloading the ticket to your phone prior to arriving for gameday. The tickets should be attached to the confirmation email sent by Fevo. Check your junk / spam folder if you do not recall receiving an email after purchase. The UCBAA does not have the ability to pick up tickets on your behalf this year. If you require a physical ticket, please reach out to Jonathan Galvin in the Athletics ticketing office. We will have a ticket office representative at Armory Fieldhouse at 12 PM to scan tickets and provide wristbands for marching members. If you cannot be at the Fieldhouse at this time, please utilize the Fast Pass stations to get wristbanded before going "Down the Drive" into the stadium. DOWN THE DRIVE We will line up to enter the stadium with the band in Sigma Sigma Commons, outside the Lindner College of Business, at 1:45 PM. If you have performing member tickets (which will be in the UCBAA's possession), it is CRITICAL that you arrive on time to march down the drive. You will not be able to enter the stadium if you are not in the block. Game tickets will be scanned following our entrance into the stadium. |
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Pregame + Halftime Performance1:45pm - March "Down the Drive" into Nippert w/ undergrad band (Sigma Sigma Commons)
2:10pm - Charge Down the Steps (if you would like to join in the fun!) & pre-game performance (alma mater + Star-Spangled Banner) 2:30pm - Kickoff 10 MINUTES ON GAME CLOCK - Performing members must use the steps between sections 101 & 102 to head down to the field. Those with accessibility concerns will need to use the elevators on the north end of the stadium to gain access to the field. A UCBAA volunteer will assist. POST GAME Those who did not borrow instruments are free to leave following halftime. Those who borrowed an instrument should return instruments & equipment to The Cage near Armory Fieldhouse following the game. |
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Gameday Essentials
Jackets + UniformWe require all marching members to wear our red UCBAA jacket during performances. Legacy versions of the jacket are acceptable.
You may wear comfortable sneakers and jeans with the jacket. If the weather is cold, you may wear a coat on top (may we recommend your band jacket, if you still have one?). We may have jackets available to rent on gameday for $10 on a first come, first serve basis. Cash or Venmo accepted. |
InstrumentsIf you have requested to borrow an instrument for Homecoming, you will pick up your instrument and check-in at The Cage in Armory Fieldhouse on both Friday and Saturday.
After the football game, you will return your instrument to the same location. |
Membership DuesWe require all marching members to pay membership dues to the UCBAA. Dues are $30 for individuals, $50 for couples, and $20.22 for 2021-22 graduates.
You will be able to pay your dues using the Homecoming registration form. Not sure if you've paid this year? Check out our membership page for a listing of current members. |
MusicWe have music available for you to print and practice ahead of gameday. During the parade, we play our school fight songs and "Down the Drive." During halftime, we will play Dancing Queen and Kings & Queens.
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Drill Charts
Pregame set
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Halftime set
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can i march in the game if i don't march in the parade?
Yes! You can choose to march in the parade, on the field, both, or neither! do i need a ticket if i am marching in the game?
Yes. Due to security concerns, everyone will need a ticket to enter Nippert Stadium. If you have season tickets, or have obtained a ticket through other means, you will not need to purchase one through us. If you do not otherwise have a ticket, you will need one to enter. Tickets for performing members will be seated next to the band in the student section. You may play stands tunes. These seats should only be used by performing members of the Alumni Band. Follow this link to purchase your game tickets. Use code UCBAND2021 to purchase. can i still get a ticket to the game if i am not marching in the game?
Yes! You can purchase one of our Friends & Family tickets for a reduced rate of $30. Your seat will be in Section 102. Follow this link to purchase Friends & Family tickets. Use code UCBAND1 to purchase tickets. can i get tickets for my family? my friends?
Absolutely! Our Friends & Family tickets are located in section 102 of Nippert Stadium. Follow this link to purchase Friends & Family tickets. Use code UCBAND1 to purchase. what if i am marching for pregame / halftime, but want to sit with my family during the game?
If you want to sit with your friends & family during the game, rather than play stands tunes with the band or sit with the band as a whole during the game, you should purchase a Friends & Family ticket for yourself as well. Tickets for performing members will be located in the student section. Tickets for Friends & Family will be located in section 102. It is imperative that if you want to sit with your family or friends that you purchase an extra Friends & Family ticket for yourself as well. Follow this link to purchase Friends & Family tickets. Use code UCBAND1 to purchase. Use code UCBAND2021 to sit with the Alumni Band as a whole. Do not order these tickets for your friends / family. These are only for performing members. If you already have season tickets, or have obtained tickets through another means, you do not need to purchase any additional tickets. Do I have to purchase a ticket in advance for the REUNION?
Advance registration is required. Registrations are now closed for 2021. can i pay for gameday the day of homecoming?
No. There are several reasons we cannot accept registration for gameday the day of the event. We need the designated lead time in order to:
There are many details that go into planning a large event like Homecoming weekend. While we would love to have the flexibility to accommodate last minute attendees, it just is not possible to allow walk-ups the day of. Even if you tell us in advance, we need the actual advanced registration in order to make sure not only are you taken care of, but that the event as a whole can run smoothly. Is there a uniform for gameday?
Yes, there is a uniform for Gameday. It is:
October 8 is the last day to order a jacket, so register today! So if i march, do i have to wear the uniform the whole day?
Absolutely not! Uniforms only need to be worn during performances. You are free to remove your jacket or even change your outfit during any other part of the day. i don't really want a strict uniform code. what's the deal on that?
Yeah... we don't really have a uniform code. You can drink alcohol, PDA is what it is, and... whatever. While we would ask that you remember that you are representing the organization, there is no set list of rules for you to follow while in uniform. We are MUCH more relaxed than you remember from your days in the undergrad band. I want to participate, but i have young children. what can i do?
We have several options available for those who will have young children with them, but still want to participate:
what if it's hot? Do we have to wear long pants? what if it's cold? can we wear a coat over our jacket?
Yes, while performing you must wear your uniform. Shorts are not to be worn while performing. The jacket we have selected as part of our uniform is called a "three seasons jacket." It is lightweight enough to not be too hot during warm weather, loose enough to be able to layer underneath in cold weather, and can also serve as a rain jacket in the case of inclement weather. It must be worn during performances (parade and on the field). Outside of performances, members are free to remove their jacket, or even change their outfits if they wish. The logistics of carrying additional clothing however, is the responsibility of the individual member. Why can't i just order a performing member ticket for myself or my family even if we're not performing? why didn't you send me my performing member ticket? when will you give it to me?
Tickets for performing members are printed, hard copy tickets. They are picked up by a member of the board the week before Homecoming and are handed en masse to a gate agent as the band marches into Nippert. Per our agreement with the Ticket Office, these tickets will not be handed out or mailed to members prior to the game. Those entering the stadium via the "Down the Drive" march who have obtained tickets through other means will need to turn in their tickets Saturday morning at the rehearsal. I want to perform with the alumni band this year, but i don't have an instrument. Can you help?
Yes, we can! We have a variety of instruments available for members to borrow. The Alumni Band maintains a collection of the most-requested instruments. In addition, Buddy Rogers has generously agreed to offer our members FREE weekend rentals for Homecoming weekend.* We may also borrow from local high school bands if necessary. Be sure to note on the registration form what your preferred instrument is, and whether or not you need one. We will take care of finding & assigning you an instrument. *As one of the undergraduate band's partners of their Instrument Campaign, Buddy Rogers is offering FREE rentals to Alumni Band members for Homecoming weekend. In lieu of a rental fee, they are asking Alumni Band members for a suggested donation of $20 or more to the band's instrument campaign. Click here for more information on the campaign or to donate. I'M PERFORMING AT HALFTIME BUT CAN'T TRAVERSE THE STAIRS DOWN TO THE FIELD - IS THERE AN ELEVATOR?
There is an elevator on the north end (scoreboard end) of the stadium that can be used to access the lower level. Anyone using these elevators must be on the field by 3 minutes left in the 2nd quarter (3 minutes before halftime) or they will not be allowed down until after halftime is already started, due to security concerns. any suggestions for parking either friday or saturday?
The Rockwern Band Center is located at 147 Corry Boulevard, Cincinnati, OH 45219 On Friday: Calhoun Garage is the closest to the band room - they are directly connected on Level 2. For reunion specific parking suggestions please click the link in the schedule above. Saturday: If you get there early, Calhoun or Corry Garage MAY be open, but it will close for football season ticket holders only at some point in the day. U-Square garages on Calhoun/McMillan are probably the next closest cash garages. |
