The Marching Thunder has been invited to perform in the 2020 New Year’s Day Parade in London, England. This event is seen by over 600,000 spectators on the streets and broadcast to millions around the world. The week long trip will include amazing experiences and create lifelong memories. The trip is open to every member of the Marching Thunder as well as alumni and family members.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it too late to join the trip?
Absolutely not! Anyone can join through September 15th.
When is the trip?
December 29-January 5
Who can travel?
The trip is open to all members of the 2019-2020 Marching Thunder. Alumni are invited and have the option to perform with the band or participate as a spectator. Friends and Family members are also invited to go as well!
What is included?
Travel from Huntington, WV to London and back
Accommodations at DoubleTree by Hilton Westminster
Traditional English Breakfast Buffet
Three dinners in hotel restaurant
Vouchers for 3 additional meals
Lunch the day of the parade
Oyster card for use on public transportation
Educational tours to Windsor, Hampton Court, Greenwich, and more
What am I responsible for?
Passport
Some meals
How much does it cost?
The total cost for the trip is $3,510. There are options to purchase a land only package and arrange your own airfare.
Students registered for Marching Thunder in the fall of 2019 will receive $1,000 to assist in the cost of the trip.
Payment Schedule
November 1, 2018- $200 ($100 Non-refundable)
February 1, 2019- $200
April 1, 2019- $800
October 1, 2019- $1000
November 1, 2019- $1,310*
*Subject to change based on final cost of airfare. The $1,000 from the University will also be applied to this payment.
Anyone can register for the trip after November 1st with
How do I sign up?
Signing up is simple! Make your $200 deposit and you’re all set!
Cash or Check Only
Payments will be given to Rachel Williamson in the College of Arts and Media Dean’s Office
Checks should be made out to Marshall University Foundation
Write “Marching Thunder London Payment” in the memo line
Include your name and instrument with each payment
If you are mailing a check, the address is
Rachael Williamson
Marshall University
College of Arts and Media
Attn: Rachael Williamson
1 John Marshall Drive
Huntington, WV 25755
Please note that new resistrations will need to catch up with the payment schedule as soon as possible.
What if I have more questions?
We will have another information meeting on August 26 at 6pm in the Henderson Center Band Room. We will discuss all the details of the trip and answer any questions you may have. We will have a lot of exciting things to discuss at this meeting.
If you have more immediate questions, please contact Adam Dalton- daltona@marshall.edu
Also visit www.lnydp.com for more information about the parade!
Participants, please complete this form once you have obtained your passport.