Philly Pride Colorguard Registration 2026

Be part of the Phill Pride Colorguard and march with Pride in one of the most visible moments of the weekend.

Directed by Nicole Younger and choreographed by Dylan Watson.

• Mandatory Daytime Rehearsal on Saturday, June 6th

• Perform in the Pride March stepping off at 11:00 AM on Sunday, June 7th.

USE CODE PRIDE2026 for $20 off EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION 

• Registration is open to anyone high school age and older, with parent or guardian permission required for all high school students. 

• Are you a director?  Bring 5 Students and receive a free registration code.

• The $75 registration fee includes your performance t-shirt, two meals, and one ticket to Pride. 

• Early registration includes a $20 discount.

• For Group Discounts Contact Nicole Younger nicole@guardcloset.com

  
  

Accommodations are not provided, though discounted hotel options may be shared later.

Select participants may also be chosen for additional paid performance opportunities during Pride weekend.

Nicole Younger – Director - Learn More About Nicole

Nicole Younger brings more than two decades of experience in the marching arts as a performer, educator, and designer. She began performing with Revelation Winterguard before marching with the Patriots Drum & Bugle Corps, helping lead the corps to the DCI Division II World Championship. Nicole also performed with Patriots Winterguard in World Class competition and later marched with the Rochester Crusaders and Empire Statesmen in DCA. Throughout her career she has taught and designed for programs across the country, working with scholastic and independent color guards, marching bands, drumlines, and drum corps. Known for her strong leadership and commitment to building inclusive and empowering performance spaces, Nicole will serve as the Director of the Pride Colorguard.

Dylan Watson – Choreographer - Learn More about Dylan

Dylan Watson is an accomplished performer and choreographer with extensive experience at the highest levels of the color guard activity. As a performer, Dylan marched with the Cavaliers Color Guard from 2015–2018 and later performed with Pride of Cincinnati in Independent World (2018, 2019, 2022, 2023, 2025). He also performed with Paramount Open Winterguard in 2017 and with Inspire Winterguard (2020) and Lexis Winterguard (2024). As an educator and designer, Dylan has served as Assistant Color Guard Director and Choreographer at Greenfield Central High School, Main Designer and Choreographer at Carroll High School (a WGI A Class Finalist program), and designer for Bridgeland High School in Texas. He has also worked as the Main Weapon Technician for The Cavaliers Drum & Bugle Corps (2023–2024) and will serve as the Main Weapon Choreographer for Elevate IW in 2026. Dylan brings a high-energy, performance-driven approach that blends strong dance technique with dynamic equipment choreography.

 Sponsored in part by Guard Closet and Field and Floor FX.

General Terms

By registering, you are committing to participate in the scheduled rehearsal and Pride March performance.

Refund Policy

Refund requests may be made through 5/10/2026. No refunds will be issued after 5/10/2026.

Cancellation Policy

This is a rain or shine event. Event details may be adjusted if needed due to weather, safety, or other operational circumstances.

Item Transfer Policy

Registrations are non-transferable unless approved in advance by the organizers.

Age Restriction

Open to anyone high school age or older, with parent or guardian permission required for all high school students.

Miscellaneous Policies

Performance roles, choreography level, and equipment assignments will be determined based on participation and final group needs.