FAYETTEVILLE, Ark., Sept. 1 -- The University of Arkansas issued the following news release:
The U of A Razorback Marching Band has been selected to perform in the 101st Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City in November 2027, earning a place in one of the nation's most iconic holiday celebrations.
Macy's Parade organizers worked closely and confidentially with university and band leadership to coordinate a surprise announcement to ensure students would be among the first to learn of the honor. Chase Jones, director of the Razorback Marching Band, revealed during the annual "Pignic" preview event that the band received and accepted an invitation to participate in the nationally televised parade.
The selection comes after a compe...