Battle of the Bands - 2026

Battle of the Bands 

The Washburn Millers Versus The Justice Page Rhinos 

Sunday, March 8, 2026 • 2pm-5pm 

James Ballentine VFW Post #246 (Uptown VFW) 

2916 Lyndale Avenue S, Minneapolis 55408

612.823.6233 • http://uptownvfw.org

If you have questions, contact:

Leah Sweet @ 612-730-0193 or Andy Timmons @ 612-483-5435

There will be a guitar raffle for a Fender Telecaster, food available for purchase, plenty of amazing music, 3 judges, a break in the middle, etc.  Come and join us.  Thanks!

Participation Information & Rules 

1. Band members must be students. 
2. Band entries must include at least two or more performers. 
3. The goal is to have five or six bands participate from each school. They will be accepted based on the bands that register first from each school. (First come, first served basis.) If there are still open spaces at the end of registration, we will accept bands from either school. 
4. Arrive a minimum of 30 minutes prior to your performance time. You may play earlier in the line-up, as performance times will vary. 
5. The performance time limit is a strict 10-minutes or less. 
6. There will be an “On Deck” area to the side of the stage. Please check in with the On Deck Manager and have your entire group ready to perform, including your instruments, while the band prior to your group is performing. 
7. There is a 5-minute or less exchange time between bands. Exit/enter the stage as quickly as possible.
8. Provided instruments/gear include: Drum Kit, Bass/Guitar Amps, Cables, Microphones, Music Stands, and Chairs. Performers are responsible for providing all other gear. 
9. You are welcome to perform covers OR your own music. 

Judging Criteria 

1. Music: Clarity, Lyrics, Technical Skills, Overall Music Performance 
2. Stage Presence: Audience Engagement, Well-Rehearsed 
3. Originality: Unique Sound, Appearance