High School Festival: General Info
Accommodations
Participants may stay in university residence halls for the entire four-day competition. We can accommodate room requests only for siblings. Those staying on campus should bring bedding for a twin bed (or sleeping bag), pillow, towels and toiletries.
For those wishing to stay off campus, check out some of the local hotels.
Costs
| Festival Participant | Cost |
|---|---|
| On-campus participant Includes lodging and all meals | $100 |
| Off-campus participant Includes breakfast, lunch and dinner | $25 |
| Off-campus participant No meals | $10 |
| Instrument Rental | Cost |
|---|---|
| Standard band/orchestral instruments | $25 |
| Harps | $35 (lever) $50 (pedal) |
| Limited number available. Request rentals in your registration. | |
Sponsors
Groups of 5 or more males and/or females staying in the residence halls require a sponsor to stay in the residence hall with the group. These sponsors will receive complimentary lodging and meals. Additional sponsors are $25 including meals or $0 without meals.
Note: Additional sponsors should make their own housing/hotel accommodations. We cannot accommodate adults, other than sponsors, in the residence halls.
Staying On Campus
| Students of same gender | Required Sponsors of same gender |
|---|---|
| 5-10 | 1 |
| 11-20 | 2 |
| 21-30 | 3 |
| 31-40 | 4 |
| 41-50 | 5 |
| 51-60 | 6 |
Registration
Registrations must be submitted by Oct. 18.
Each participant and sponsor must complete individual registrations. Sponsors for organizations (including homeschool organizations) can pay online or send one check for full payment for their entire group.
Refund/Cancellation
Payment will be refunded only if cancellation is received by the Welcome Center no later than Oct. 28. There is no refund for cancellations made after this date.
Check-In
All participants should check in on Monday from 12–5 p.m. in the lobby of Rodeheaver Auditorium. A required opening meeting for all participants and sponsors will be held at 6:45 p.m.
What to Wear
Women: Business casual (including pants) is fine while on campus during classes or performances. Casual attire (jeans) is fine after 5 p.m. and for scheduled recreational activities. Recreational attire may be brought for activities in the Davis Field House. Performance dress is recommended for attending evening programs.
Men: Please wear pants and shirts with collars while on campus during class hours. Casual attire (jeans or pants) is fine after 5 p.m. and for scheduled recreational activities. Recreational attire of shorts and a T-shirt may be brought for activities in the Davis Field House. Performance dress is recommended for attending evening programs.
Have a question? Email the Welcome Center