The preseason.

The Colts use three-day camps, one-day audition events, and video auditions to establish membership in the corps. Each of these events can lead to 1) a contract of membership, 2) a recall so we can evaluate you further, 3) a recommendation for our Open Class corps — Colt Cadets, or 4) an invitation to try again next year. Click “Audition” above for further details.

Video Auditions

YOU MUST BE ENROLLED IN THE RED ZONE TO SUBMIT AN AUDITION VIDEO. Video auditions are optional and available for an additional fee. You will receive an audition result based on your video. In some instances, students will be offered a contract of membership. To be considered for a contract prior to our first live audition event, SUBMIT YOUR VIDEO BY NOVEMBER 15! Follow the instructions in your audition packet.

Live Events

ALL STUDENTS SHOULD PLAN TO ATTEND ONE OF OUR WEEKEND CAMPS. Camps serve as a callback for video auditions, first-time auditions for those who did not submit a video, and rehearsals for all contracted members as we prepare for the coming season. Offers of full membership will be extended following each event. Contracted members are expected to attend all three-day rehearsal camps scheduled for their section — especially the April rehearsal weekend.

The cost to attend our three-day camps is $125. Camp fees can be paid in advance to save time at check in. Please note event details below may change. Always check colts.org before leaving for a camp for the most up to date information. Attendance at events, and communication about attendance, is required of all Colts members throughout the preseason.

THREE-DAY CAMPS

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December 18-20, 2026 | Indianapolis Area | Taylor High School, Kokomo, IN (all sections; use IND for flights)
January 22-24, 2027 | Indianapolis Area | Taylor High School, Kokomo, IN (brass, percussion and conductors; use IND for flights)
February 19-21, 2027 | Indianapolis Area | Taylor High School, Kokomo, IN (brass and conductors; use IND for flights)
April 23-25, 2027 | Des Moines Area (pending confirmation)

ONE-DAY AUDITION EVENTS

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Sunday, November 22, 2026 | Washington DC Area | Forest Park High School, Woodbridge, VA (percussion only; NO airport shuttle provided)
Sunday, November 29, 2026 | C.E. King High School, Houston, TX (brass and color guard only; NO airport shuttle provided)
Saturday, December 5, 2026 | Timber Creek High School, Orlando, FL (brass only; NO airport shuttle provided)
We are pursuing other one-day events in Omaha, Dallas, Kansas City, and California (guard). Details will be announced as soon as facilities are confirmed.

TRAVEL PLANS

For camps scheduled to take place at Taylor High School in Kokomo, we provide ground transportation to the school for flights into the Indianapolis airport (IND). Please land by 5:30 PM or earlier on Friday; and depart at 3:30 PM or later on Sunday. If you are considering a flight outside of these time parameters, you MUST notify us prior to booking (email kathleen@colts.org). All flight details MUST be listed on your RSVP along with your intention to ride the airport shuttle. If you need help finding a ride to camp, or to arrange a ride from a bus station, please notify us ASAP by emailing kathleen@colts.org. You can also help fellow members by offering a ride in your vehicle. Please indicate this on your RSVP.

The Colts do not provide ground transportation for one-day audition events.

Camp Documents and Forms

Sample Camp Schedules

Three-Day Event

6:00 PM
Unload equipment and food; Registration

8:00 PM
Full corps meeting

8:20 PM
Rehearsal begins

8:45 PM
Parent meeting

11:30 PM
Snack

12:00 AM
Lights out!

8:00 AM
Wake/eat

9:00 AM
Full corps stretch

9:30 AM
Sectionals rehearsal
Brass in visual

1:00 PM
Meal 2

2:00 PM
Sectionals rehearsal

5:45 PM
Full corps meeting

6:00 PM
Meal 3
Staff meeting

7:00 PM
Sectionals rehearsal

9:30 PM
Full ensemble

11:00 PM
Meal 4

11:45 PM
Student leadership meeting

12:00 AM
Lights out!

8:00 AM
Wake/eat

9:00 AM
Full corps stretch

9:30 AM
Sectionals rehearsal
Brass in visual

10:30 AM
Brass to sectionals

12:00 PM
Music ensemble

1:00 PM
Performance

1:30 PM
Full corps meeting
Pack and clean facility
Don't forget to grab a sack lunch!

3:00 PM
Dismissed

One-Day Event

8:00 AM
Unload equipment and food; Registration

9:00 AM
Member meeting, cafeteria

9:30 AM
Rehearsal begins

10:00 AM
Parent meeting

1:00 PM
Meal

2:00 PM
Rehearsal

4:45 PM
Final Meeting

5:00 PM
Pack and clean facility \ Dismissed