2025 PEPSI® National Battle of the Bands: A Celebration of Culture in Houston
The 2025 PEPSI® National Battle of the Bands (NBOTB) is set to make its triumphant return to
Houston on Saturday, August 23, after an impactful 2024 anniversary edition. A press conference held on May 14 at NRG Stadium, led by
Webber Marketing in partnership with the
Harris County-Houston Sports Authority and
Lone Star Sports Entertainment, unveiled the rich plans for this year's event.
The NBOTB embodies more than just a competition; it is a cultural phenomenon celebrating the musical talents of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs).
Derek Webber, CEO of Webber Marketing and Executive Producer of the NBOTB, emphasizes that this event represents a vibrant legacy of tradition, talent, and cultural influence that HBCUs contribute nationwide.
This year, the lineup features an array of talented bands, including:
- - Alabama A&M University – Marching Maroon and White
- - Albany State University – Marching Rams Show Band
- - **Florida A&M University – Marching