Marple Newtown HS Hosting 47th Annual Bandarama

For nearly 50 years, marching bands have converged on Marple Newtown to a band extravaganza. Well, a Bandarama, to be exact.

This year is no different as the 47th Annual Bandarama is scheduled for Saturday Oct. 8 at the high school's Crozer-Keystone Stadium. The first band is set to take the field at 6:45 p.m., but spectators can get into the stadium at 5:30 p.m. to get the best seats in the stadium.

The event will feature marching band performances – including the award-winning Marple Newtown Tiger marching band – from bands across the area and food will be available as well. Last year's Bandarama featured 12 other bands and food including barbecue, pizza, and vegetarian chili.

Tickets can be purchased at the door for $10. Senior citizens and students pay just $7.

The event will also feature a photo booth and flair items, according to the 2016 Bandarama flyer.

Check out Marple Newtown's 2015 performance in the video below for a taste of what's to come on Oct. 8.

Video and image via Denise Mauer