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Algona Band Day Festival

Algona, IA · Music

When

October 4, 2026

Where

Downtown State Street & Algona High School field · Algona · IA

Cost

Not confirmed

Status

Confirmed from the organizer's published schedule

A marching band tradition in Algona running continuously since 1948. The day opens with a downtown parade on State Street and closes with an evening field competition at Algona High School, drawing bands from across the state.

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