North Iowa Band Festival

The 88th North Iowa Band Festival theme is “ 88 Keys of Harmony” — Inspired by the 88 keys of a piano, this year’s theme symbolizes the unity, rhythm, and harmony that music brings to our community. For 88 years, the North Iowa Band Festival has brought together musicians, families, and visitors in a shared celebration of sound and tradition, and this year promises to continue that legacy in perfect harmony. The North Iowa Band Festival is the largest free marching band competition in the Midwest. Tourism-related expenditures contributed an estimated $136.18 million into Mason City’s economy in 2018. In Cerro Gordo County, tourism generated an estimated $214.46 million in visitor spending, a record for the county and the 11th highest County level in the State. Tourism related jobs employed nearly 1,570 people in Cerro Gordo County. For photos and a recap of Band Festival weekend, visi...