Watch DCI In Theaters This Summer: Big, Loud & Live Is Back on August 6

Big, Loud & Live returns to theaters this summer for a special showing of DCI 2026 World Championship Prelims on Thurs, Aug 6. Here's what you need to know

May 5, 2026 by Natalie Shelton

Watch DCI In Theaters This Summer: Big, Loud & Live Is Back on August 6

It's baaaaaack!

Get excited because Big, Loud & Live is returning to a cinema near you this summer for another special evening full of fast-paced action and exclusive behind-the-scenes coverage.

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According to DCI, here's what fans can expect from the broadcast, in partnership with Fathom Entertainment:

Featuring the DCI World Championship Prelims live from Lucas Oil Stadium in downtown Indianapolis, the annual event showcases the top 15 competing corps. The broadcast is designed to capture every intricate visual detail and musical impact in high definition, providing fans with a cinematic perspective of one of the most competitive nights of the season.

The broadcast will run approximately five and a half hours, and will be led by Steve Rondinaro, who will offer expert commentary, analysis, and interviews alongside a broadcast delivering real-time score updates.

How to Watch DCI Big, Loud & Live 2026

To see which theaters near you will be offering showings of Big, Loud & Live, and to purchase tickets*, head to the Fathom Entertainment website for more information.

* Note that tickets will be available for purchase beginning on June 26

When Is DCI Big Loud & Live 2026

Big, Loud & Live is scheduled for Thursday, August 6 and will include a five-hour broadcast of the top 15 drum and bugle corps with live commentary, interviews, and real-time scores.

Will FloMarching Still Stream Prelims On Thursday, August 6?

Yes, FloMarching will still stream all performances on Thursday, August 7, plus a rebroadcast of the day on Friday. The entirety of the DCI Open Class, All-Age, and World Championships will be streamed live and rebroadcasted 24 hours later.

Select performances are available for viewing on-demand due to music licensing limitations.