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The Pride
of West VIrginia

About the band

About the Band

The 330-plus member "Pride of West Virginia" has performed before more than one million people over the past twenty years.

Learn about the band
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Band History

Throughout its 118-year history, the band has grown and evolved into an active, high-spirited organization with great tradition.

Travel through time
Band Directors at the football field

Band Directors

Over the course of its history, thirteen different individuals have served as director of the WVU Marching Band.

Meet our directors
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Band Trivia

How much do you know about the Mountaineer Marching Band?

Find out the facts

"And now, from the College of Creative Arts..."

Upcoming Events & Performances

2023-2024 CALENDAR

September 23 - WVU vs. Texas Tech - Milan Puskar Stadium - 3:30 PM

September 30 - Buckwheat Festival - Kingwood, WV - TBA PM

October 14 - Autumn Glory Parade - Oakland, MD - TBA PM

October 20 - WVU Homecoming Parade - High Street - 6:00 PM

October 21 - WVU vs. Oklahoma State (Homecoming) - Milan Puskar Stadium - TBA PM

November 4 - WVU vs. BYU (Mountaineer Week) - Milan Puskar Stadium - TBA PM

November 18 - WVU vs. Cincinnati - Milan Puskar Stadium - TBA PM

November 27 - Marching Band Keynotes Concert - WVU Coliseum - TBA PM

Support the Pride

WVU and dedicated alumni are working together to pursue a practice facility for the 330-member Mountaineer Marching Band, a much needed upgrade to be located on the Evansdale campus.


Pride Practice Facility

Currently in planning stages, the new practice facility will provide a weather-protected, dedicated rehearsal space and serve as a valuable asset to future generations.


Pride Travel Fund

Since 2007, the Pride Travel Fund has enabled the band to travel to many locations including out-of-state football games and the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in NYC.

Give now to the Pride Travel Fund   

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