The "Nationals"
The largest participatory event of its kind in the world!
The "Nationals"
The largest participatory event of its kind in the world!
The National Brass Band Championships of Great Britain, organised by Kapitol Promotions Ltd. is the country’s principal national brass band competition, bringing together leading ensembles from across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland and forming the bedrock of competitive "banding" in Great Britain.
Known as The Nationals, the Championships represent the highest level of competitive brass band performance in Great Britain and have been held in their current format since 1945. The annual ten-event series comprises six regional heats plus the Scottish & Welsh Championships (spring) & two National Finals weekends (autumn), with approximately 500 bands taking part every year!
We are delighted that HM King Charles III continues to bestow his Patronage to the Championships.
Events Calendar
The annual Nationals series is formed of ten events - eight regional, two national. Find out when the next events are below!
Finals 2026 - Test Pieces
One of the most eagerly-anticipated announcements of the year has been made...
Music Panel
Music Panel
Music Panel
Choosing set works for our ten events is an extremely challenging job. Discover the identity of our Music Panel members, as well as more about the process from start to finish.
About Us
Music Panel
2025 Recap
Who are we, and what do we do? Let us briefly guide you through the amazing history of the Nationals...
2025 Recap
Music Panel
2025 Recap
500 bands, one National Champion Band.
Let's see what happened!