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​For the past 31 years, the L.D. Bell Blue Raider Band has taken to the street in a fantastic demonstration of musicianship, athletics, endurance and fun! Our yearly March-a-Thon was created as a way to promote the band in the community and to raise money for student band fees. The award-winning Blue Raider Band is one of the largest student groups at L.D. Bell with over 300 participants! We are proud to have you join us at at our 2025 event.
Alternating between neighborhoods in Bedford, this year's March-a-Thon includes two community stand-still performances, as well as music, cheers, chants, and stand-stills along the way. Is the March-a-Thon in or near your area? Grab your camp chairs and join us anywhere along the parade route for a fantastic time!
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This year's route (above) will be through neighborhoods near L.D. Bell, with a community performance stop at Generations Park/YMCA and will conclude at Bedford Heights Elementary. Join us for the 32nd Annual March-a-Thon!
IMPORTANT NOTE:
Concert Stop #1 will take place at Generations Park. The City of Beford will have the majority of the park fenced off for the Beats and Eats festival later that day. The band will be performing on the southwest side of the YMCA, adjacent to the pond. Please enter Generations Park from Harwood drive and park in what will be designated as vendor parking. You will be unable to enter Generations Park from Forest Ridge or enter from the neighborhood side. The band will line the edge of the sidewalk area after a water/snack/restroom break.​
Please see pictures of the space below:​​
