Philadelphia Mummers
String Band Association
A Philadelphia Tradition since 1901
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About Us
The String Band Division is the musical highlight of the Mummers Parade. The String Bands are known for their happy music and elaborate costuming. The first String Band participated in the 1901 parade as a novelty. This continued to grow and in 1915 their own division was formed.
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2025 String Band Performances
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Collecting money through sponsorships is a crucial element in funding the diverse array of events the String Band Association hosts throughout the year. By partnering with esteemed sponsors, we are able to create mutually beneficial relationships that drive brand exposure, foster networking opportunities, and enhance attendee experiences. Sponsorships not only help to offset the costs associated with organizing these events but also enable us to elevate their quality, ensuring that each occasion leaves a lasting impression on our audience.Â
Upcoming Events
How to Watch the 2026 Parade
No Cable or Satellite:
In the Philadelphia area- Over the air on Channel 2 using a digital tuner or antenna. In the Lehigh Valley/Berks Area-Over the air on Channel 69.3 using a digital tuner or antenna.
Cable/Satellite providers:
Tune to Channel 2 for the following cable/satellite providers:
Comcast/Xfinity, Verizon Fios, DirecTV, Dish Network, Blue Ridge, Cablevision, and RCN.
Tune to Channel 7 if your service provider is Service Electric
Online Streaming:
MeTV2’s sister station WFMZ-TV will provide a livestream of the parade FREE on WFMZ.com. Visit WFMZ.com or download the WFMZ+ streaming app. The app is available for Roku, Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV, and available on mobile devices with iOS and Android.
2026 String Band Spectacular
We are excited to announce the 2026 String Band Spectacular, the official judged competition event for the String Band Division. The event will take place at Lincoln Financial Field on Saturday, January 31, 2026, at 2:00 p.m., with a rain date of Sunday, February 1, 2026.
The 2026 String Band Spectacular was created to ensure that Philadelphia’s String Bands receive the full competitive spotlight they deserve. Unpredictable and extreme weather conditions on New Year’s Day caused damage to production props and made it unsafe to proceed with the String Band competition as originally scheduled. While the String Bands proudly marched and performed during the parade, the judged competition portion was postponed in the interest of safety.
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