WELCOME TO THE OFFICIAL WEBSITE OF THE BRISTOL 4TH OF JULY CELEBRATION!
The Cadets — 2011 DCI World Champions
Welcome to our 2012
Tuesday, July 3 at 7:00 p.m. (Rain or Shine)
Mt. Hope High School, 199 Chestnut Street, Bristol, RI
The Bristol Fourth of July Committee is proud to present the 24th Fourth of July Drum and Bugle Corps Competition, the Summer Music Preview. The Competition is one of the highlights of the Bristol Fourth of July Celebration. It has grown to become one of the finest competitions, featuring top Drum and Bugle Corps from the United States and Canada.
Gates open at 5:00 p.m.
2012 Summer Music Preview Lineup
The Cadets - Allentown, PA
Carolina Crown - Ft. Mill, SC
Colts - Dubuque, IA
Crossmen - San Antonio, TX
Jersey Surf - Camden County, NJ
Raiders - Wayne, NJ
Spartans - Nashua, NH
Teal Sound - Jacksonville, FL
2011 Show Scores:
WORLD CLASS:
1st Place: Carolina Crown - 81.60
2nd Place: Madison Scouts - 78.80
3rd Place: Spirit oa Atlanta - 75.30
4th Place: Crossmen - 72.90
5th Place: Jersey Surf - 64.80
OPEN CLASS:
1st Place: 7th Regiment - 64.50
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NEWS/UPDATES
25-WEEK LOTTERY
Our 25-Week Lottery began on January 11, 2011 and end on July 4, 2011. Tickets can be purchased from any member of the Fourth of July Committee. You could still be a winner! ... Purchase your ticket now, if the number assigned to you was previously drawn, you win!
Tickets are $25.00.
$50.00 daily drawings will begin in January with seven $227.00 drawings being drawn at the General Committee Meetings of the Fourth of July Committee.
That's 175 chances to win $50.00 and 7 chances to win $227.00.
Good Luck to all!
CONTACTS
General Chairman: Dick Devault
genchair@july4thbristolri.com
Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 561
Bristol, Rhode Island 02809
Vice Chairman: Ray Lavey
paradechair@july4thbristolri.com
DRUM CORPS INTERNATIONAL
From modest beginnings more than three decades ago, Drum Corps International (DCI) has developed into a powerful, nonprofit, global youth activity with far-reaching artistic, educational and organizational influence. Through the annual DCI Tour and more than 35 World Championships in 17 North American cities, Drum Corps International provides entertainment to millions through live performances and nationally-televised events. Drum Corps International is Marching Music’s Major League™.
Read more: http://www.dci.org/
ABOUT BRISTOL
Bristol is a town in and the historic county seat of Bristol County, Rhode Island, United States. The population was 22,954 at the 2010 census. Bristol, a deepwater seaport, is named after Bristol, England. Major industries include boat building (and related marine industries), manufacturing and tourism.
Town Administrator: Diane Mederos
Town Hall: 10 Court Street, Bristol, R.I. 02809
Town Website: www.bristolri.us
EVENT CHAIRMAN
The Summer Music Preview Chairman is Anthony Mederos.
For all inquires regarding the competition, placing a program ad or you wish to become a sponsor, contact Anthony by calling 401.316.1353 or email at musicpreview@july4thbristolri.com.
TICKET INFORMATION
Reserved Bleachers - $30.00
(Section A-D)
Reserved Bleachers - $25.00
(Section E-G)
Lawn Seating - only $10.00
(Bring chairs & Blankets)
Lawn Seating Special - 4 for $35.00
(Bring chairs & Blankets)
Please mail check or money order to:
Bristol Fourth of July Committee
P.O. Box 825
Bristol, RI 02809
Payment Information
No Credit Cards Accepted
Cash or Check Only.
All sales are FINAL, NO REFUNDS, EXCHANGES, OR RAINCHECKS will be given under any circumstances. The license granted by this ticket is for the purpose of viewing the performances at this event as an eyewitness.
The management reserves the right to reject and or eject any person using it for any other purposes.
Please include $1.00 per order for postage & handling.
When will I get my Tickets?
Tickets will be mailed after March 1, 2012.
Orders received after June 24, 2012 will be held at the Ticket Gate.
Ticket Booth opens at 4:00 p.m.
Audio and Video Recording
The use of either Audio and or Visual Recording Devices is prohibited per Drum Corps International contract
Restrictions
A "No Smoking Policy" is in effect per Bristol/Warren Regional School Department
Alcoholic Beverages and Pets are not allowed at this event.
LINKS
Ticket Order Form
Directions/Parking
Bleacher Chart
Frequently Asked Questions
DRUM CORPS SHOW ETIQUETTE
In order to allow all fans to enjoy the show, Drum Corps International asks that you observe the following:
- Please refrain from the use of cell phones during a corps performance
- We ask that you not Enter or Leave during a corps performance
- Smoking or Alcohol is not permitted at this event
- The use of either Audio and or Video Recording Devices is strictly prohibited.
WHERE CAN I SEE THE DRUM CORPS PRACTICE?
TBA