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U.S. Marines with Marine Band San Diego, Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, Western Recruiting Region, perform during the 2026 San Diego County Fair at the Del Mar Fair Grounds in Del Mar, California, July 4, 2026. Marine Band San Diego performed in celebration of America’s 250th Anniversary, commemorating independence, freedom and democracy. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Alexis Sanchez)

U.S. Marines with Marine Band San Diego, Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, Western Recruiting Region, perform during the 2026 San Diego County Fair at the Del Mar Fair Grounds in Del Mar, California, July 4, 2026. Marine Band San Diego performed in celebration of America’s 250th Anniversary, commemorating independence, freedom and democracy. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Alexis Sanchez)

Photo by Sgt. Alexis Sanchez

260702-N-FY193-1687 NEW YORK (July 2, 2026)
The U.S. Marine Corps 2nd Marine Division Band entertains a crowd in Times Square, during International Naval Review 250, July 2, 2026. For 250 years, our Navy and Marine Corps stood the watch – constant, unabated in mission, faithfully preventing crisis and resolute in defending America's independence. International Naval Review 250 honors the Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard's enduring role on, under, and above the seas. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Mike Shen)

260702-N-FY193-1687 NEW YORK (July 2, 2026) The U.S. Marine Corps 2nd Marine Division Band entertains a crowd in Times Square, during International Naval Review 250, July 2, 2026. For 250 years, our Navy and Marine Corps stood the watch – constant, unabated in mission, faithfully preventing crisis and resolute in defending America's independence. International Naval Review 250 honors the Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard's enduring role on, under, and above the seas. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Mike Shen)

Photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Michael

U.S. Marines with the III Marine Expeditionary Force Band perform in honor of the United States of America’s 250th anniversary celebration in Bangkok, Royal Kingdom of Thailand, June 25, 2026. The performance was held in support of the America250 initiative, which serves to commemorate the enduring legacy of the nation. United States embassies held events in support of the initiative to celebrate the resilience of their nation alongside their hosts, and to continue to strengthen the bonds between them. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Gunnery Sgt. Shannon Doherty)

U.S. Marines with the III Marine Expeditionary Force Band perform in honor of the United States of America’s 250th anniversary celebration in Bangkok, Royal Kingdom of Thailand, June 25, 2026. The performance was held in support of the America250 initiative, which serves to commemorate the enduring legacy of the nation. United States embassies held events in support of the initiative to celebrate the resilience of their nation alongside their hosts, and to continue to strengthen the bonds between them. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Gunnery Sgt. Shannon Doherty)

Photo by Gunnery Sgt. Shannon Doherty

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Cristian Granados, a percussionist with Marine Forces Reserve Band, prepares his drum kit before a jazz ensemble performance during the U.S. Embassy Buenos Aires Independence Day celebration in Buenos Aires, Argentina, June 30, 2026. The annual event commemorates the 250th anniversary of the United States' independence and provides an opportunity to strengthen ties between U.S. and Argentine government, military, and civilian partners. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Samuel Qin)

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Cristian Granados, a percussionist with Marine Forces Reserve Band, prepares his drum kit before a jazz ensemble performance during the U.S. Embassy Buenos Aires Independence Day celebration in Buenos Aires, Argentina, June 30, 2026. The annual event commemorates the 250th anniversary of the United States' independence and provides an opportunity to strengthen ties between U.S. and Argentine government, military, and civilian partners. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Samuel Qin)

Photo by Sgt. Samuel Qin

A U.S. Marine with the Marine Corps Forces Pacific Band perform at a concert in celebration of Freedom 250 at the SM Mall of Asia, Manila, Philippines, June 28, 2026. Marine Rotational Force – Southeast Asia supported communication coverage of the U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Pacific Band performance in Manila as part of the U.S. Embassy in the Philippines' Freedom 250 campaign. The concert celebrated the enduring friendship between the United States and the Philippines while commemorating the 250th anniversary of U.S. independence, 80 years of diplomatic relations, and the 75th anniversary of the Mutual Defense Treaty.

A U.S. Marine with the Marine Corps Forces Pacific Band perform at a concert in celebration of Freedom 250 at the SM Mall of Asia, Manila, Philippines, June 28, 2026. Marine Rotational Force – Southeast Asia supported communication coverage of the U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Pacific Band performance in Manila as part of the U.S. Embassy in the Philippines' Freedom 250 campaign. The concert celebrated the enduring friendship between the United States and the Philippines while commemorating the 250th anniversary of U.S. independence, 80 years of diplomatic relations, and the 75th anniversary of the Mutual Defense Treaty.

Photo by Cpl. Ryan Ramsammy

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Richard Danford, a tuba instrumentalist with Marine Band San Diego, Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, Western Recruiting Region, performs during the 2026 San Diego County Fair at the Del Mar Fairgrounds in Del Mar, California, June 25, 2026. Marine Band San Diego’s Brass Band conducted a public performance to improve community relations, increase moral, and spread awareness of Marine Corps opportunities. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Janell B. Valerio Alvarez)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Richard Danford, a tuba instrumentalist with Marine Band San Diego, Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, Western Recruiting Region, performs during the 2026 San Diego County Fair at the Del Mar Fairgrounds in Del Mar, California, June 25, 2026. Marine Band San Diego’s Brass Band conducted a public performance to improve community relations, increase moral, and spread awareness of Marine Corps opportunities. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Janell B. Valerio Alvarez)

Photo by U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Janell B. Valerio Alvarez

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Daniel Melendez Baez, left, from Puerto Rico, a saxophone musician and Chief Warrant Officer 2 John Geary, from Alaska, a band officer, both with the 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing Band, interact with local residents in Norfolk, Virginia, June 19, 2026. Fleet Week Norfolk and SAIL250 Virginia celebrate America’s maritime heritage and the nation’s 250th anniversary by bringing together U.S. and international ships, Sailors and community partners throughout Hampton Roads. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Michael Robinson)

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Daniel Melendez Baez, left, from Puerto Rico, a saxophone musician and Chief Warrant Officer 2 John Geary, from Alaska, a band officer, both with the 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing Band, interact with local residents in Norfolk, Virginia, June 19, 2026. Fleet Week Norfolk and SAIL250 Virginia celebrate America’s maritime heritage and the nation’s 250th anniversary by bringing together U.S. and international ships, Sailors and community partners throughout Hampton Roads. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Michael Robinson)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Michael Robinson

NORFOLK, Va. (June 19, 2026) Marines assigned to the 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing Band perform jazz music during the Norfolk Harborfest Parade of Sail in Norfolk, Virginia, June 19, 2026. Sail 250 Virginia is part of Sail 250 America, a global gathering of tall ships and military ships commemorating the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States. Fleet Exercise (FLEETEX) 250 represents the United States’ commitment to layer defense of the homeland through forward-deployed forces and reinforces interoperability with allies and partners through collective maritime security. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Justin McTaggart)

NORFOLK, Va. (June 19, 2026) Marines assigned to the 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing Band perform jazz music during the Norfolk Harborfest Parade of Sail in Norfolk, Virginia, June 19, 2026. Sail 250 Virginia is part of Sail 250 America, a global gathering of tall ships and military ships commemorating the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States. Fleet Exercise (FLEETEX) 250 represents the United States’ commitment to layer defense of the homeland through forward-deployed forces and reinforces interoperability with allies and partners through collective maritime security. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Justin McTaggart)

Photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Justin M

NORFOLK, Va. (June 19, 2026) Coast Guard tall ship Eagle (WIX 327) sails during the Norfolk Harborfest Parade of Sail in Norfolk, Virginia, June 19, 2026. Sail 250 Virginia is part of Sail 250 America, a global gathering of tall ships and military ships commemorating the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States. Fleet Exercise (FLEETEX) 250 represents the United States’ commitment to layer defense of the homeland through forward-deployed forces and reinforces interoperability with allies and partners through collective maritime security. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Justin McTaggart)

NORFOLK, Va. (June 19, 2026) Coast Guard tall ship Eagle (WIX 327) sails during the Norfolk Harborfest Parade of Sail in Norfolk, Virginia, June 19, 2026. Sail 250 Virginia is part of Sail 250 America, a global gathering of tall ships and military ships commemorating the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States. Fleet Exercise (FLEETEX) 250 represents the United States’ commitment to layer defense of the homeland through forward-deployed forces and reinforces interoperability with allies and partners through collective maritime security. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Justin McTaggart)

Photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Justin M

NORFOLK, Va. (June 19, 2026) Staff Sgt. Christopher L. Miller, assigned to the 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing (MAW) Band, salutes during the national anthem at the Norfolk Harborfest Parade of Sail, June 19, 2026. FLEETEX 250 represents the United States’ commitment to layer defense of the homeland through forward-deployed forces and reinforces interoperability with allies and partners through collective maritime security. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Derek Cole)

NORFOLK, Va. (June 19, 2026) Staff Sgt. Christopher L. Miller, assigned to the 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing (MAW) Band, salutes during the national anthem at the Norfolk Harborfest Parade of Sail, June 19, 2026. FLEETEX 250 represents the United States’ commitment to layer defense of the homeland through forward-deployed forces and reinforces interoperability with allies and partners through collective maritime security. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Derek Cole)

Photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Derek Co

NORFOLK, Va. (June 19, 2026) Staff Sgt. Nathaniel Hawkins assigned to the 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing (MAW) Band conducts the band during the national anthem at the Norfolk Harborfest Parade of Sail, June 19, 2026. FLEETEX 250 represents the United States’ commitment to layer defense of the homeland through forward-deployed forces and reinforces interoperability with allies and partners through collective maritime security. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Derek Cole)

NORFOLK, Va. (June 19, 2026) Staff Sgt. Nathaniel Hawkins assigned to the 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing (MAW) Band conducts the band during the national anthem at the Norfolk Harborfest Parade of Sail, June 19, 2026. FLEETEX 250 represents the United States’ commitment to layer defense of the homeland through forward-deployed forces and reinforces interoperability with allies and partners through collective maritime security. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Derek Cole)

Photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Derek Co

NORFOLK, Va. (June 19, 2026) Marines assigned to the 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing (MAW) Band perform during the Norfolk Harborfest Parade of Sail, June 19, 2026. FLEETEX 250 represents the United States’ commitment to layer defense of the homeland through forward-deployed forces and reinforces interoperability with allies and partners through collective maritime security. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Derek Cole)

NORFOLK, Va. (June 19, 2026) Marines assigned to the 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing (MAW) Band perform during the Norfolk Harborfest Parade of Sail, June 19, 2026. FLEETEX 250 represents the United States’ commitment to layer defense of the homeland through forward-deployed forces and reinforces interoperability with allies and partners through collective maritime security. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Derek Cole)

Photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Derek Co

U.S. Marine Corp Gunnery Sgt. Craig Palmer, a drum master with the1st Marine Division Band, left, and U.S. Navy PO1 Everett Cenvich, a drum master with Navy Band Northwest, pose for a group photo at the Grand Floral Starlight Parade during the Portland Rose Festival Fleet Week, in Portland, Oregon, June 6, 2026. The Portland Rose Festival was a part of Portland Fleet Week and provided the opportunity to build community relations for the citizens of Oregon to interact with Marines, Sailors and Coast Guardsmen. Palmer is a native of Tennessee. Cenvich is a native Colorado. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Stella Tedesco)

U.S. Marine Corp Gunnery Sgt. Craig Palmer, a drum master with the1st Marine Division Band, left, and U.S. Navy PO1 Everett Cenvich, a drum master with Navy Band Northwest, pose for a group photo at the Grand Floral Starlight Parade during the Portland Rose Festival Fleet Week, in Portland, Oregon, June 6, 2026. The Portland Rose Festival was a part of Portland Fleet Week and provided the opportunity to build community relations for the citizens of Oregon to interact with Marines, Sailors and Coast Guardsmen. Palmer is a native of Tennessee. Cenvich is a native Colorado. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Stella Tedesco)

Photo by Cpl. Stella Tedesco

U.S. Marines with the 1st Marine Division Band, march in the Grand Floral Starlight Parade during the Portland Rose Festival Fleet Week, in Portland, Oregon, June 6, 2026. The Portland Rose Festival was a part of Portland Fleet Week and provided the opportunity to build community relations for the citizens of Oregon to interact with Marines, Sailors and Coast Guardsmen. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Stella Tedesco)

U.S. Marines with the 1st Marine Division Band, march in the Grand Floral Starlight Parade during the Portland Rose Festival Fleet Week, in Portland, Oregon, June 6, 2026. The Portland Rose Festival was a part of Portland Fleet Week and provided the opportunity to build community relations for the citizens of Oregon to interact with Marines, Sailors and Coast Guardsmen. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Stella Tedesco)

Photo by Cpl. Stella Tedesco

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Duncan Lovegrove, a trumpet player with the 1st Marine Division Band, marches in the Grand Floral Starlight Parade during the Portland Rose Festival Fleet Week, in Portland, Oregon, June 6, 2026. The Portland Rose Festival was a part of Portland Fleet Week and provided the opportunity to build community relations for the citizens of Oregon to interact with Marines, Sailors and Coast Guardsmen. Lovegrove is a native of Texas. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Stella Tedesco)

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Duncan Lovegrove, a trumpet player with the 1st Marine Division Band, marches in the Grand Floral Starlight Parade during the Portland Rose Festival Fleet Week, in Portland, Oregon, June 6, 2026. The Portland Rose Festival was a part of Portland Fleet Week and provided the opportunity to build community relations for the citizens of Oregon to interact with Marines, Sailors and Coast Guardsmen. Lovegrove is a native of Texas. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Stella Tedesco)

Photo by Cpl. Stella Tedesco

U.S. Marine Corps Gunnery Sgt. Craig Palmer, a drum master with the 1st Marine Division Band, leads on the march in the Grand Floral Starlight Parade during the Portland Rose Festival Fleet Week, in Portland, Oregon, June 6, 2026. The Portland Rose Festival was a part of Portland Fleet Week and provided the opportunity to build community relations for the citizens of Oregon to interact with Marines, Sailors and Coast Guardsmen. Palmer is a native to Tennessee. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Stella Tedesco)

U.S. Marine Corps Gunnery Sgt. Craig Palmer, a drum master with the 1st Marine Division Band, leads on the march in the Grand Floral Starlight Parade during the Portland Rose Festival Fleet Week, in Portland, Oregon, June 6, 2026. The Portland Rose Festival was a part of Portland Fleet Week and provided the opportunity to build community relations for the citizens of Oregon to interact with Marines, Sailors and Coast Guardsmen. Palmer is a native to Tennessee. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Stella Tedesco)

Photo by Cpl. Stella Tedesco

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Weston W. McCall, a french horn instrumentalist with Marine Forces Reserve Band, performs during an award ceremony held for the Marine Forces Reserve Band at Marine Forces Support Facility New Orleans, June 4, 2026. Each year only a select few military bands are presented with the Colonel George S. Howard Citation of Musical Excellence award, the highest honor a military concert band can receive. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Nalanie Davila)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Weston W. McCall, a french horn instrumentalist with Marine Forces Reserve Band, performs during an award ceremony held for the Marine Forces Reserve Band at Marine Forces Support Facility New Orleans, June 4, 2026. Each year only a select few military bands are presented with the Colonel George S. Howard Citation of Musical Excellence award, the highest honor a military concert band can receive. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Nalanie Davila)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Nalanie Davila

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Weston W. McCall, a french horn instrumentalist with Marine Forces Reserve Band, performs during an award ceremony held for the Marine Forces Reserve Band at Marine Forces Support Facility New Orleans, June 4, 2026. Each year only a select few military bands are presented with the Colonel George S. Howard Citation of Musical Excellence award, the highest honor a military concert band can receive. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Nalanie Davila)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Weston W. McCall, a french horn instrumentalist with Marine Forces Reserve Band, performs during an award ceremony held for the Marine Forces Reserve Band at Marine Forces Support Facility New Orleans, June 4, 2026. Each year only a select few military bands are presented with the Colonel George S. Howard Citation of Musical Excellence award, the highest honor a military concert band can receive. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Nalanie Davila)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Nalanie Davila

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Weston W. McCall, a french horn instrumentalist with Marine Forces Reserve Band, performs during an award ceremony held for the Marine Forces Reserve Band at Marine Forces Support Facility New Orleans, June 4, 2026. Each year only a select few military bands are presented with the Colonel George S. Howard Citation of Musical Excellence award, the highest honor a military concert band can receive. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Nalanie Davila)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Weston W. McCall, a french horn instrumentalist with Marine Forces Reserve Band, performs during an award ceremony held for the Marine Forces Reserve Band at Marine Forces Support Facility New Orleans, June 4, 2026. Each year only a select few military bands are presented with the Colonel George S. Howard Citation of Musical Excellence award, the highest honor a military concert band can receive. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Nalanie Davila)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Nalanie Davila

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Weston W. McCall, a french horn instrumentalist with Marine Forces Reserve Band, performs during an award ceremony held for the Marine Forces Reserve Band at Marine Forces Support Facility New Orleans, June 4, 2026. Each year only a select few military bands are presented with the Colonel George S. Howard Citation of Musical Excellence award, the highest honor a military concert band can receive. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Nalanie Davila)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Weston W. McCall, a french horn instrumentalist with Marine Forces Reserve Band, performs during an award ceremony held for the Marine Forces Reserve Band at Marine Forces Support Facility New Orleans, June 4, 2026. Each year only a select few military bands are presented with the Colonel George S. Howard Citation of Musical Excellence award, the highest honor a military concert band can receive. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Nalanie Davila)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Nalanie Davila

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