BLUE STARS EVENTS
2026 Prospective Member and Parent Informational Meeting
There will be a prospective member and parent meeting on Sunday, November 16, 2025 at 7:00 PM CST.
This meeting will provide information about the upcoming season - what to expect during auditions, camps, and the 2026 drum corps summer season.
Plan to attend if you are new to the Blue Stars, new to the drum corps activity, or simply want more information about becoming a member.
Sunday, November 16, 2025 - 7:00 PM CST
2025 Oktoberfest Parade Corps
Oktoberfest is fast approaching, so mark your calendars to participate in the Blue Stars Alumni Corps on Saturday, September 27, 2025.
River City Rhapsody - La Crosse
River City Rhapsody - La Crosse is back and better than ever in 2025! Join the fun in La Crosse on Sunday, July 6 for what will be a phenomenal night of drum corps, featuring performances by 8 amazing drum & bugle corps: the Bluecoats, Colts, Troopers, Madison Scouts, Crossmen, Colt Cadets, Governaires, and La Crosse’s own Blue Stars. Don’t miss this special event!
4th of July Parades
The Blue Stars will be a performing unit in the following Chicago area parades:
Niles, IL - 8:45 AM
Glenview, IL - 11:30 AM
Morton Grove, IL - 2:30 PM
Community Appreciation Performance
We look forward to the first public performance of the 2025 Blue Stars as we present a Community Appreciation Performance on Wednesday, June 25 at 6:00 PM at Waldorf University Bolstorff Field, Forest City, IA.
Free to the public- all are welcome!
2025 Full Corps April Camp
APRIL 25-27, 2025 | FULL DRUM CORPS CAMP | ALL MEMBERS (Guard Callback)
Indiana State Fairgrounds
1202 E 38th St
Indianapolis, IN 46205
SCHEDULE: Check-In will take place from 6:00-8:00PM on Friday, April 25 and the camp will conclude by 4:00 PM on Sunday, April 27.
HOUSING: Facilities are provided and attendees at the April Full Corps Camp in Indianapolis should bring a sleeping bag, air mattress, or other type of sleeping pad and pillow.
WHAT TO BRING: Blue Stars Camp Packing List
TRANSPORTATION: The corps will provide shuttle transportation from Indianapolis International Airport (IND) and the Greyhound Station. If possible, please book flights to arrive by 5:00 PM EST on Friday, April 25 and to depart after 6:00 PM EST on Sunday, April 27*.
* We recognize you may not be able to find a flight that fits this timeframe exactly. We will still provide shuttle transportation throughout the weekend to facilitate individual travel needs.
2025 March Brass Camp
MARCH 7-9, 2025 | BRASS ONLY
Boone County Fairgrounds
1300 East 100 South
Lebanon, IN, 46052
SCHEDULE: Check-In will take place from 6:00-8:00PM on March 7 and the camp will conclude by 4:00 PM on Sunday, March 9.
HOUSING: Facilities are provided and attendees at the Lebanon, Indiana Camp should bring a sleeping bag, air mattress, or other type of sleeping pad and pillow.
WHAT TO BRING: Blue Stars Camp Packing List
TRANSPORTATION: The corps will provide shuttle transportation from Indianapolis International Airport (IND) and the Greyhound Station. If possible, please book flights to arrive by 5:00 PM EST on Friday, March 7 and to depart after 6:00 PM EST on Sunday, March 9*.
* We recognize you may not be able to find a flight that fits this timeframe exactly. We will still provide shuttle transportation throughout the weekend to facilitate individual travel needs.
Houston, TX: Brass & Percussion Audition Camp
1-day audition experience camp for Brass and Percussion in Houston, TX. All 1-day events begin at 9am and conclude at 5pm, with lunch provided by the corps.
Clovis, CA: Percussion Audition Camp
1-day audition experience camp for Percussion Only in Clovis, CA. All 1-day events begin at 9am and conclude at 5pm, with lunch provided by the corps.
Fort Worth, TX: Color Guard Guard Audition Camp
1-day audition experience camp for Color Guard Only in Dallas, TX. All 1-day events begin at 9am and conclude no later than 5pm, with lunch provided by the corps.
Phoenix, AZ: Brass Audition Camp
1-day audition experience camp for Brass in Phoenix, AZ. All 1-day events begin at 9am and conclude at 5pm, with lunch provided by the corps.
Video Auditions Due
Round One Video Auditions are due to be submitted by 11:59pm on Sunday, December 1, 2024.
Dallas, TX: Brass & Percussion Audition Camp
1-day audition experience camp for Brass and Percussion in Dallas, TX. All 1-day events begin at 9am and conclude no later than 5pm, with lunch provided by the corps.
Indianapolis, IN: Brass, Percussion & Guard Audition Camp
1-day audition experience camp for Brass, Percussion, and Guard in Lebanon, IN. All 1-day events begin at 9am and conclude no later than 5pm, with lunch provided by the corps.
2025 Prospective Member and Parent Meeting
There will be a prospective member and parent meeting on Monday, November 18 at 9:00 PM EST to provide information for new & returning auditionees and parents.
2024 Oktoberfest Parade Corps
Oktoberfest is fast approaching, so mark your calendars to participate in the Blue Stars Alumni Corps on Saturday, September 28, 2024.
River City Rhapsody - La Crosse
River City Rhapsody returns to Roger Harring Stadium on July 7, 2024 with an incredible line-up of DCI's best corps, including: Blue Stars, Bluecoats, Phantom Regiment, Colts, Madison Scouts, and more. Plus a special appearance of the Blue Stars 60th Anniversary Alumni Corps!
60th Anniversary Celebration Weekend
Join us July 5, 6, and 7, 2024 as we celebrate our 60th Anniversary
SoCal: Percussion Camp
1-day audition experience camp for Percussion in Arcadia, CA. All 1-day events begin at 9am and conclude at 5pm, with lunch provided by the corps.
Phoenix, AZ: Brass Camp
1-day audition experience camp for Brass in Phoenix, AZ. All 1-day events begin at 9am and conclude at 5pm, with lunch provided by the corps.
Dallas, TX: Brass & Guard Camp
1-day audition experience camp for Brass and Guard in Dallas, TX. All 1-day events begin at 9am and conclude at 5pm, with lunch provided by the corps.
Houston, TX: Brass & Percussion Camp
1-day audition experience camp for Brass and Percussion in Houston, TX. All 1-day events begin at 9am and conclude at 5pm, with lunch provided by the corps.
Northern Virginia: Brass Camp
1-day audition experience camp for Brass in Northern Virginia (location TBA). All 1-day events begin at 9am and conclude at 5pm, with lunch provided by the corps.
Indianapolis, IN: Brass, Percussion & Guard Camp
1-day audition experience camp for Brass, Percussion, and Guard in Lebanon, IN. All 1-day events begin at 9am and conclude at 5pm, with lunch provided by the corps.
Atlanta, GA: Brass, Percussion & Guard Audition Camp
1-day audition experience camp for Brass, Percussion, and Guard in Atlanta, GA. All 1-day events begin at 9am and conclude at 5pm, with lunch provided by the corps.