The Washington Tattoo 2025 is a breathtaking spectacle of international music and dance, formed in the tradition of military tattoos around the world, featuring military bands alongside world-renowned artists and ensembles:

• The U.S. Army Old Guard Fife & Drum Corps, The U.S. Navy Drill Team, and The Commandant’s Own, United States Marine Drum & Bugle Corps – Showcasing the finest in military precision and music

• U.S. Naval Academy Pipes and Drums - Highlighting our future military leaders 

• The Rollin Drones – Bagpipe rock band from Glasgow, Scotland​​

• The OzScot Championship Highland Dancers from Australia - Combining traditional and contemporary highland dance for the 21st Century

• The Washington Opera Society – Mesmerizing vocal performances celebrating the arts

• The Sean Heely Band – Traditional Celtic sound with a contemporary twist

• The Saint Andrew's Society of Washington, D.C. Color Guard – Honoring tradition with vibrant display

• The Culkin Irish Dance Academy – Bringing the magic of Irish dance to the stage

The mission of The Washington Tattoo is not only to entertain with inspiring cultural performances, but to provide much needed support to our military veterans, first responders and youth to shine a light on the challenges they face. The Washington Tattoo is a non-profit organization that uses music and culture to provide much needed mental health programs to veterans and young people. 

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Your ticket purchase supports our outreach and wellness programs like Rudiments to Recovery, which provides mental health resources for veterans, and Rudiments to Opportunity, which mentors at-risk youth through music. Together, we can make a meaningful difference.