Festival of Music Performance Opportunities at Worlds of Fun

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Festival of Music

2026 Registration Is Now Open

Worlds of Fun Festival of Music is returning in 2026! Don't miss this chance to be part of the fun and excitement of performing at Worlds of Fun in 2026.

Directors are encouraged to create an account as soon as possible. Sessions fill up quickly and are only available on a first come, first served basis.

Instrumental

  • May 8, 9, 10, 15, 16 & 17

Choral

  • May 2 & 3

Performance Venues

Smaller choral groups (less than 50 performers) can reserve a performance timeslot in the Moulin Rouge Theater. Larger choral groups (more than 50) can reserve a timeslot in the Tivoli Music Hall.

Registration Instructions

Festival of Music is one of the most anticipated and celebrated student performance events in Kansas City.

Our festival offers two performance venues for bands, orchestras, and choirs to perform in and is open to all grade levels and group types. Internationally known composers will adjudicate the performance and make comments throughout the performance for the group to keep as a file.

This file will be sent to the group organizer by email following their performance. Once the performance is over, the director can pick up their ratings and music from the Festival of Music Registration Booth located at the front of the park. 

This program is a great school trip idea and a special reward for your students who have dedicated themselves to your school band! Festival of Music is open to all elementary, middle, and senior high school instrumental and choral groups.

PLEASE NOTE: You will select and register for a performance time. Warm-up times will begin prior to the selected time, with 30 minutes for instrumental groups and 20 minutes for choral groups.

Register Your Ensembles

Complete the online registration with a $125 registration fee per performing group to reserve your 2026 Worlds of Fun Festival of Music performance time. The registration fee is non-refundable, non-transferable, and must be received prior to finalization of your scheduled performance time. The $125 fee is for registration purposes only and does not apply to your ticket purchase. lf paying by check, a copy of the invoice must be mailed with payment to ensure proper credit to the correct ensemble.

Order Your Tickets

Each person entering Worlds of Fun will need to present an admission ticket or a season pass to gain access to the Festival of Music and the park. This includes students, directors, accompanists, chaperones, group members, family, and friends.

Ticket Prices

  • $40 through March 31
  • $44 April 1 or later 

Meal Options

Worlds of Fun makes it easy to take care of your group during your visit. The following meal and drink options are available:

  • Single Meal Deal (1 meal, snack, and a drink) - $19.99 plus tax
  • Drink Wristband - $12.99 plus tax
  • Single Meal Deal + Drink Wristband Combo - $28.99 plus tax
  • Premium All Day Dining - $39.99 plus tax
  • Snack Voucher - $7.99 plus tax
  • Catered Buffet - To be announced

Perform and Have Fun at the Park

Your group will take home the recording of the adjudicators' notes from the performance! After your performance, your group can enjoy everything Worlds of Fun has to offer!