Battle of the Bands 2026

New City College Returns to the Queen’s Theatre Hornchurch as Seven Schools go Head to Head in Celebration of Young

New City College Returns to the Queen’s Theatre Hornchurch as Seven Schools go Head to Head in Celebration of Young Musical Talent.

Queen’s Theatre Hornchurch is delighted to welcome New City College (NCC) back for another exciting Battle of the Bands on 25 November, as seven local schools go head to head in a celebration of young musical talent.

The competition will see school bands take to the stage and perform in front of a live audience, showcasing the creativity, energy and musical talent of young people from across the borough. Last year’s event delivered an unforgettable evening of live music, with students performing on a professional stage and impressing audiences and judges alike.

Tickets for this year’s event are available exclusively through the participating schools and are not on general sale. However, we’ll be sharing news of the winning band after the event, so watch this space for the results.

The event is presented in partnership with New City College as part of our ongoing commitment to supporting young people and celebrating local talent. We can’t wait to see which school will be crowned this year’s Battle of the Bands champion.