2025 Regional Calendars
View the 2025 Regional Calendars Here!
Tell Us Your Story! WGI x FloMarching Unique Feature Callout
Do you have a story about yourself, a mentor, or a friend that you think would inspire others? We’re looking for interesting stories from current participants, directors, staff, parents, or anyone else involved in the marching arts that we can spotlight and share on WGI and FloMarching’s combined social media audience of over 825,000 followers!
2024 Advisory Board Proposal Results
View the results of the 2024 Advisory Board proposals below by each division!
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.
Wayne Dillon Appointed as New Director of WGI Winds Division
WGI Sport of the Arts is proud to announce the appointment of Wayne Dillon as the new Director of Winds. With a legacy of excellence and a wealth of experience in the marching arts, Dillon is the ideal candidate to lead the Winds division into a new era of innovation and growth.
VanderCook College of Music Offers Graduate Credit for Attending WGIcon
WGI is proud to continue its partnership with VanderCook and the Music Education Center of America to offer graduate credit for attending WGIcon this coming September. Through the Continuing Education program, teachers may earn credit for attending the convention sessions and completing the necessary coursework that follows. The university offers the course as a retrospective, […]
WGI Celebrates Pride Month!
June is Global Pride Month, and WGI aims to recognize and celebrate all members of the LGTBQIA+ community.
WGI Office Closed for Memorial Day
WGI Celebrates Memorial Day
Dr. Will Frankenberger Hired as Director of Participant Protection
WGI is excited to introduce Dr. Will Frankenberger as the inaugural Director of Participant Protection, a role that underscores our unwavering commitment to participant protection.
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Wayne Markworth to Step Down as Director of WGI Winds Division
As WGI begins preparations for its 48th season, Wayne Markworth, Director of the organization’s Winds Division, announces his resignation, effective June 1, to focus on his health.
WGIcon 2024 Keynote Speaker: Deanna Marsigliese!
Introducing one of our incredible Keynote Speakers for WGIcon 2024, Deanna Marsigliese!
Click Here to read more about her incredible achievements in the motion picture industry and her topics of discussion at this year’s WGIcon!
2024 Advisory Board Travel Grant Recipients Announced
Congratulations to Samantha Madorin with ICT Independent and Kirsten Miller with Allegiance Color Guard for being selected to receive the 2024 Advisory Board Travel Grants!
2024 World Championships Souvenir Program Books
Click here to order your 2024 World Championships Souvenir Program Books, complete with all regional and World Championships Finalist content.
Join the WGI Event Staff for 2026!
Can’t get enough of WGI? Submit your application today to join #TeamWGI as a hired event staff for 2026!
Applications are due May 31!
WGI Mourns the loss of Mary Lynn Dorow
WGI is saddened to hear of Mary Lynn Dorow’s passing. She was a bright light and a beacon of positivity for all those around her. As a member of the Miller family and a crucial piece of Fred J. Miller Inc., she made a significant impact on generations of instructors, designers, and performers within WGI.
The History of WGI, Presented by Yamaha
Click here to read more about the history of WGI, presented by Mike Levine from Yamaha, Inc.
Early Bird Registration is Open for WGIcon 2024!
Early Bird Registration is now open for WGIcon 2024! Join us for a weekend of learning, networking, and creating with some of the greatest minds in the activity at a discounted price.
Early bird registration is $179 for a limited time only. Register today!
Top 5 Reasons to Attend World Championships!
We are just ONE WEEK away from the start of the 2024 World Championships! We’ve gathered the top 5 reasons to attend this incredible event below, so take a look!
2024 Color Guard Virtual Finals Rankings
Congratulations to all of the groups who competed in the 2024 virtual finals event. Check out their rankings below!
WGI Mourns the Loss of Scott Anderson
WGI is saddened to hear of the passing of Scott Anderson, a long-time volunteer at our World Championships events and a fixture in the volunteer community.