BATTLE OF THE BANDS 2026 - ROUND 1

There will be 3 preliminary rounds taking place on March 8, March 22 and April 13:Each preliminary round will contain 7 bandsEach band will have a 15 minute setBand order for the night will be chosen at randomDrummers must use the house kit, but can bring breakablesThe winner of each preliminary round will be determined by an audience vote:Admission will be $10 (in advance or at the door) Each ticketed entry will grant a single vote Each additional purchase of beer, NA drinks, food or merch will grant an additional voteThe final round will take place on Sunday April 19:The final round will contain 4 bands: the winner from each preliminary round plus a wildcard entrant from the previous rounds chosen by team TransplantsFor the final round, each band will have a 30 minute setBand order will be chosen at randomThe winner of the final round will be determined by a panel of judgesGuitar and bass players are strongly encouraged to use the house cabs for quick changeover