Announcing the 2025 WGI Hall of Fame Recipients!
WGI is proud to announce the election of the newest class of individuals into the WGI Hall of Fame!
The Hall of Fame is the highest honor presented to individuals who have influenced WGI history through their achievements and contributions.
World Championships Tickets Go Live This Week!
World Championships tickets go live this Thursday, December 5 at 12:00 PM EST. Don’t miss your chance to witness the pinnacle of the indoor marching arts at the biggest events of the year!
WGI Mourns the Loss of Tom Hachmeister
Tom Hachmeister, A WGI contest administrator and long-time supporter of the marching arts, passed away peacefully on the morning of November 14th.
2025 WGI Suite Auction is Live Now!
The 2025 WGI Suite Auction is now live! Experience the magic of finals night in UD Arena without the shoulder-to-shoulder traffic.
This auction features THREE premier locations in the arena to watch World Championships as well as an elite housing experience at the UD Marriott in their Presidential Suite.
WGI Mourns the Loss of Virginia “Virg” Balcerek
Virginia Balcerek, a cherished and dedicated WGI World Championships volunteer, passed away peacefully on Friday, October 18. Read more about her iconic role at the bottom of the UD Arena Tunnel and the spirit of service she embodied for over 40 years.
2025 Hall of Fame
This is your chance to help recognize individuals from the winter color guard activity at World Championships.
The deadline to submit all WGI Hall of Fame nominees is November 15, 2024 at 11:59 PM.
The 2025 WGI Suite Auction: What You Need to Know!
Experience the magic of finals night in UD Arena without the shoulder-to-shoulder traffic through the 2025 WGI Suite Auction. This auction features THREE premier locations in the arena to watch World Championships as well as an elite housing experience at the UD Marriott in their Presidential Suite.
Updates to the 2025 WGI Code of Conduct
WGI Board of Directors and Staff recently adopted updates to the organization’s Code of Conduct for the upcoming 2025 season. These improvements are designed to empower performers and support staff with clear guidelines and resources, fostering a culture of care that prioritizes the well-being of everyone participating in WGI.
WGI Employment Opportunities!
Click Here to look at employment opportunities at WGI’s corporate office in Dayton, Ohio!
Free Regional Event Entries for First-Time WGI Winds Groups
Has your program been contemplating adding a WINDS group?
For the 2025 and 2026 WGI seasons, winds groups new to WGI competition (or a returning group that hasn’t participated in a WGI event since the 2022 season) can enjoy one FREE EVENT REGISTRATION.
Auditions!
Check out our audition pages for each division and make your plans to experience #WGI2025 from the performance floor!
Jeff Harper Joins WGI as the Inaugural Education Coordinator for the Winds Division
WGI Sport of the Arts proudly announces the appointment of Jeff Harper as the inaugural Winds Education Coordinator. With over two decades of exemplary experience in music education, Jeff brings a wealth of knowledge and a passion for excellence to this new role in the WGI Winds Division.
2024 Summer Report from the WGI Board of Directors
The WGI Board of Directors had its annual meeting in Las Vegas this past weekend. Over two days, directors met to discuss a long list of organizational goals, review WGI policies, adopt a budget for the fiscal year, and approve proposals passed from the Advisory Boards that have a financial impact.
WGIcon 2024!
Click Here to Learn More and Register for WGIcon 2024 Today!!
WGI Mourns the Loss of Peggy Twiggs
WGI mourns the loss of Peggy Twiggs, a prolific technician known for her work with groups like the 27th Lancers, the Cadets, Emerald Marquis, Odyssey, and Blessed Sacrament. She is recognized for the immense impact she has had on the growth of the color guard activity.
WGI Mourns the loss of Ken Giese
Today, WGI is mourning the loss of Ken Giese, 62, a fixture in the marching arts for over four decades, after a courageous battle with ALS.
2025 Regional Calendars
View the 2025 Regional Calendars Here!
The History of WGI, Presented by Yamaha
Click here to read more about the history of WGI, presented by Mike Levine from Yamaha, Inc.
WGI Appoints Glenn Fugett as New Chief Judge of Winds Division
WGI is pleased to announce Glenn Fugett as the new Chief Judge of the Winds division, effective immediately. With over three decades of experience in music education, Glenn brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to this role.
2024 Advisory Board Proposal Results
View the results of the 2024 Advisory Board proposals below by each division!
