Where to watch DCI Opening Weekend: Live stream, schedule, time for 2026 marching band, drum corps show premieres

It's been a long offseason, but Drum Corps International is officially back. The 2026 tour kicks off with a grand opening weekend starting Friday.

The DCI summer tour is always a competitive circuit, featuring the best marching ensembles from across the country and world. The Boston Crusaders won the World Championship last August, marking the first time the group has ever hoisted the Founders Trophy. Now, it's time to pass the baton.

Of course, you can't get the season started without some exciting festivities. With seven weeks and more than 75 competitive events ahead, opening weekend will feature a nationwide celebration of marching music excellence.

Be sure to tune in for several captivating performances across the country.

Here's everything you need to know about DCI opening weekend, including TV channel and streaming options for the 2026 season kickoff.

Where to watch DCI Opening Weekend 2026

• TV channel: N/A
• Live stream: FloMarching

Drum Corps International Opening Weekend will consist of a handful of events, which will each be available to stream on FloMarching.

DCI Opening Weekend schedule 2026

Here's a look at the 2026 opening weekend schedule.

What is DCI?

Drum Corps International is the governing body for marching music competitions in the United States. The collective was created in 1971 by 13 original founding members with the goal of organizing and unifying youth-focused competitive drum corps events throughout North America. Honoring the message of "excellence in performance and in life," DCI serves more than 7.2 million young people across the country.