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The Official page of the Dobyns-Bennett High School Bands. Source of information and updates about band activities and events.

The Dobyns-Bennett High School Band is one of the most respected high school band programs in the Southeast and has established a reputation for musical excellence and achievement that has been fostered for over 100 years.

08/31/2026

The auction teasers continue!

We’ve already shown you a few of the incredible experiences and items coming to our Centennial Homecoming Live Auction… and we’re not done yet!

Ever dream of conducting the DB Band?
Get into the holiday spirit with the chance to step onto the podium and conduct “Sleigh Ride” during the 2026 Dobyns-Bennett Holiday Concert! It’s a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to lead the band through one of the most beloved sounds of the season.

Your seats. Your night. No Stress.
Dress up and show up! The winning bidder will receive reserved seating for 4 at the 2027 Dobyns-Bennett Band Banquet. No rushing to find a seat and no wondering where you’ll sit. Your seats will be waiting for you!

And remember, every bid makes a difference. Proceeds from the auction will help economically disadvantaged Dobyns-Bennett Band students participate in the 2026 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. Helping make a once-in-a-lifetime experience possible for deserving students!

📅 Saturday, September 12, 2026
📍 Kingsport Farmers Market
⏰ 6:00 PM

Registration closes THIS WEDNESDAY, September 2!

Come celebrate 100 years of the Dobyns-Bennett Band, bid on something unforgettable, and help shape its next 100 years.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/11YI_IS2jQngPxDiP8tMjFbWDR56yTr4UZfDIsUTdfVo/viewform?ts=6a30537d&edit_requested=true

08/28/2026

TEASER #2

Take another sneak peek at what’s coming to the live auction during our Centennial Fundraising Event on Saturday September 12th!

WANT THE BEST SEATS AT GRADUATION?
How about reserved seating for 8 on the home side at the Class of 2027 Graduation Ceremony? Bid for the chance to secure the best seats in the house and make sure you have the perfect view for all those unforgettable moments, and the pictures to prove it!

READY TO ROCK?
One lucky bidder will take home a Yamaha Gigmaker Electric Guitar Package, valued at $540! This complete package includes the electric guitar, amplifier, tuner, picks, gig bag, strap, and cables. Everything you need to start your music journey.

These are just two of the incredible opportunities we’ll be featuring in our live auction! More auction previews are coming, so stay tuned.

The best part? Every dollar raised helps provide economically disadvantaged Dobyns-Bennett Band students with the opportunity to participate in the 2026 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade.

📅 Saturday, September 12, 2026
📍 Kingsport Farmers Market
⏰ 6:00 PM

There are only a few days left to register. Come celebrate 100 years of the Dobyns-Bennett Band, make some memories, and help invest in its future. Follow the link below to register!

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/11YI_IS2jQngPxDiP8tMjFbWDR56yTr4UZfDIsUTdfVo/viewform?ts=6a30537d&edit_requested=true

08/27/2026

It’s time for a sneak peek at what’s coming to the live auction during our Centennial Fundraising Event on Saturday September 12th!

Ever dreamed of conducting the Dobyns-Bennett Marching Band? One lucky bidder will have the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to conduct the band as they play The Star-Spangled Banner at a home football game during the 2026 or 2027 season!

How about a week at the beach? Bid on a condo stay in beautiful Edisto Beach, South Carolina worth $2500. A 3-bedroom, 3-bath, first-floor condo perfect for a getaway!

These are just two of the incredible opportunities we’ll be featuring in our live auction! More auction previews are coming, so stay tuned.

The best part? Every dollar raised helps provide economically disadvantaged Dobyns-Bennett Band students with the opportunity to participate in the 2026 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade.

📅 Saturday, September 12, 2026
📍 Kingsport Farmers Market
⏰ 6:00 PM

There are only a few days left to register. Come celebrate 100 years of the Dobyns-Bennett Band, make some memories, and help invest in its future. Follow the link below to register!

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/11YI_IS2jQngPxDiP8tMjFbWDR56yTr4UZfDIsUTdfVo/viewform?ts=6a30537d&edit_requested=true

08/26/2026

Just one more week to register! If you have been on the fence about joining us for our Centennial Homecoming weekend you are almost out of time!

Everyone is invited you to join us for an unforgettable evening as we celebrate 100 years of the Dobyns-Bennett Band while helping shape its future. Whether you are an alumni, former band parent, friend of the band, or longtime fan we hope to see you there!

On Saturday, September 12, 2026, alumni, families, friends, and supporters are invited to the Dobyns-Bennett Band Centennial Homecoming Celebration at the Kingsport Farmers Market beginning at 6:00 PM.

This special evening will feature fellowship, memories, recognition, and a celebration of the remarkable people and traditions that have defined a century of excellence.

More importantly, this event serves as a fundraiser to help economically disadvantaged Dobyns-Bennett Band students participate in the 2026 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. Every ticket purchased and every auction item sold helps ensure that financial circumstances do not prevent a deserving student from experiencing this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.

Reserve your spot for one or both events today by following the link in below, and join us for an evening that honors our past while investing in the future of the Dobyns-Bennett Band. Registration closes on Wednesday September 2nd.

If you have already registered for Alumni Band the pregame materials and information about instrument pickup can be found at dbband.org/alumni-band

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/11YI_IS2jQngPxDiP8tMjFbWDR56yTr4UZfDIsUTdfVo/viewform?ts=6a30537d&edit_requested=true

08/25/2026

First football game of the 2026 season is in the books!

08/11/2026

Everyone is invited you to join us for an unforgettable evening as we celebrate 100 years of the Dobyns-Bennett Band while helping shape its future. Whether you are an alumni, former band parent, friend of the band, or longtime fan we hope to see you there!

On Saturday, September 12, 2026, alumni, families, friends, and supporters are invited to the Dobyns-Bennett Band Centennial Homecoming Celebration at the Kingsport Farmers Market beginning at 6:00 PM.

This special evening will feature fellowship, memories, recognition, and a celebration of the remarkable people and traditions that have defined a century of excellence.

More importantly, this event serves as a fundraiser to help economically disadvantaged Dobyns-Bennett Band students participate in the 2026 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. Every ticket purchased and every auction item sold helps ensure that financial circumstances do not prevent a deserving student from experiencing this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.

Reserve your spot for one or both events today by following the link in below, and join us for an evening that honors our past while investing in the future of the Dobyns-Bennett Band.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/11YI_IS2jQngPxDiP8tMjFbWDR56yTr4UZfDIsUTdfVo/viewform?ts=6a30537d&edit_requested=true

08/06/2026

Join us next Thursday evening as the Dobyns-Bennett High School Marching Band proudly celebrates 100 years of music with the premiere of our 2026 halftime production, Rhinestone Royalty! A spectacular tribute to Tennessee’s own, Dolly Parton.

As we celebrate our Centennial season, we’re honored to represent the Volunteer State this fall in the 100th Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, carrying the spirit, music, and heart of Tennessee from Friday nights under the lights in Kingsport all the way to the streets of Manhattan.

We hope you’ll join us for this special first performance and help us celebrate a century of tradition, excellence, and the music that continues to inspire generations.

A special thank you to our Halftime Community Show sponsor, Farm Bureau Kingsport Agency Manager Justin Hite, for making this evening possible.

📍 J. Fred Johnson Stadium
🗓️ Thursday, August 13, 2026
⏰ 8:30 PM

If you love Dolly, Tennessee, and great music come be part of this unforgettable night!

Dolly Parton's Imagination Library

08/04/2026

We want invite you to join us for an unforgettable evening as we celebrate 100 years of the Dobyns-Bennett Band while helping shape its future.

On Saturday, September 12, 2026, alumni, families, friends, and supporters are invited to the Dobyns-Bennett Band Centennial Homecoming Celebration at the Kingsport Farmers Market beginning at 6:00 PM.

This special evening will feature fellowship, memories, recognition, and a celebration of the remarkable people and traditions that have defined a century of excellence.

More importantly, this event serves as a fundraiser to help economically disadvantaged Dobyns-Bennett Band students participate in the 2026 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. Every ticket purchased and every auction item sold helps ensure that financial circumstances do not prevent a deserving student from experiencing this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.

Reserve your spot today by following the link in below, and join us for an evening that honors our past while investing in the future of the Dobyns-Bennett Band.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1jn-qSfIYt6lyoBUHm8uBdMLKuDuiD_9Y2DcTL0ATuAc/viewform?ts=6a71ed1a&edit_requested=true

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1 Tribe Way
Kingsport, TN
37664

Website

http://dbband.org/

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