The NWAPA is pleased to announce the Winter 2027 schedule
2/13 Guard South Premier @ Senic MS
2/20 Guard North Premier @ Tigard HS
2/27 Percussion Premier @ South Albany HS
3/06 Guard / Perc Combo@ Kamiak HS
3/20 Guard @ Glencoe HS
3/27 Guard / Perc Combo @ Liberty HS
4/03 Perc Champs @ Sherwood HS
4/17 Guard Champs @ Forest Grove HS
Registration will open on December 1st.
NEW FOR 2026
FALL 2026 Marching Band Class Sizes
Class Description
AAAA 101 members or greater in size
AAA 76-100 members in size
AA 56-75 members in size
A 0-55 members or fewer in size
Exh Any band of any size that wishes to perform but not compete at an NWAPA event.
NWAPA FALL SURVEY 2024
Band Directors, please complete the latest Fall Survey for our 2024 season. Only one entry...
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Read MoreVolunteers NEEDED
The NWAPA is looking for volunteers to be a part of the NWAPA Winter Percussion...
Read MoreThe NWAPA is expanding the Event Administration Team.
Interested persons should have knowledge of Pageantry Arts and be
available for select Saturdays for Fall and Winter/Spring seasons.
Applicants should be local to Oregon/Washington.
Please email contest_coord@nwapa.net for more information.
Do you know a person who has enjoyed pageantry either as a participant or as a spectator? Do you know of a company that would like to be represented as a sponsor of our NWAPA Circuit?
The Northwest Association of the Performing Arts is accepting sponsorships for the 2026-2027 season. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, contributions made to the Northwest Association of the Performing Arts are eligible for a tax deduction. Our Tax ID number is 26-3945123.
For more information, please contact Colorado Paniagua at president@nwapa.net.
” We exist to provide a competitive outlet for marching bands, colorguards and percussion ensembles from throughout the Pacific Northwest and beyond. “
OUR MISSION
Organize and manage an annual circuit of standardized contests for competitive marching bands, winter guards and winter percussion units.
Provide educational and constructive feedback for students via a high quality adjudication system.
Build and maintain an organization of band directors who seek to educate young people through the medium of music and athleticism.
Encourage the growth and appeal of marching and pageantry activities throughout our region.
OUR VALUES
Excellence in music and artistry.
Education for all.
A healthy and focused competitive spirit.
Mutual support and appreciation among members.
Rewards for hard work.
