For the first time since 2008, Bands of America is going to be back in the Sunshine State this weekend, on Saturday, October 13! Prelims competition will begin with Cooper City (FL) at 7:15 AM ET, nice and early under the morning lights of Camping World Stadium!

Prelims will finish at 4:45 PM following Gainesville's (FL) performance. The University of Miami will perform in exhibition directly afterwards, while everyone lines up for the prelims drum major retreat and awards!

Check at 5:00 PM ET to find out the top groups from each class and see which groups will make it into regional finals.

Tarpon Springs Makes Debut At 3:15 PM ET

One of the most highly anticipated shows of the season will hit your screens for the first time this Saturday in Orlando—Tarpon Springs' 2018 program "RP1."

Taking the field at 3:15 PM ET, Tarpon Springs will perform their virtual reality-themed production, hinted at by their recently released show announcement and graphics.

So far this season, Tarpon Springs has only performed once at a local circuit show. They will be taking on some tough competition this weekend in Orlando like Harrison (GA)—who just won the BOA Alabama Regional—and a number of other Florida schools.

It is critical for Tarpon Springs Outdoor Performance Ensemble to come out strong this weekend as they begin their push towards the 2018 Bands of America Grand National Championships.