
The Pioneerland Band Festival parade is held annually on June 14 in celebration of Flag Day. The early June date serves as a traditional kickoff for many bands competing in the active summer parade circuit across Minnesota. In 2018 the event will celebrate its 31st year.
Benson's 31st Annual Pioneerland Band Festival will feature many of Minnesota's finest high school bands competing for cash prizes beginning at 6:30 PM on Thursday, June 14. The parade route begins along Highway 12 west, then turns north on 14th Street and ends at the high school. The judges stand is located on 14th Street next to the Benson Armory near Wisconsin Avenue.
Updated April 27, 2018
1. Benson - Host
2. Bemidji - AA
3. Litchfield - A
4. Sartell-St. Stephen - AA
5. KMS (Kerkhoven-Murdock-Sunburg) - A
6. Mankato 77 Lancers - AAA
7. Waconia - AAA
8. Dassel-Cokato - A
9. The Patriots - AAA
10. Fergus Falls - A
11. Alexandria - AA
12. Hutchinson - AA
13. Maple Grove - AAA
• The awards ceremony will be held at the high school football field immediately following
the parade. The ceremony will be broadcast live over KSCR Radio 93.5 FM.
Email: Brock Duncan, Benson Band Director
Mail: Pioneerland Band Festival, PO Box 133, Benson, MN 56215
Phone: 320-843-2710 (School)
Community Info: BensonAreaChamber.com