Regional bands and duos have until April 1 to apply to the John Michael Kohler Arts Center's "Get the Gig" battle of the bands. The competition will be May 22 at Paradigm Coffee & Music in Sheboygan.

Ari's Battle of the Bands was held on Saturday, March 22, 2025, at Paloma Park in Athens, Georgia. The third annual event honors the legacy of University of Georgia student Ariana Zarse.