The FCHS Band Program believes that travel is an important part of the high school band experience, providing students with opportunities to perform in new settings, grow as musicians, and build lasting memories as a team. Whether attending festivals, competitions, or performance trips, traveling allows students to showcase their talents to wider audiences while experiencing the discipline and excitement of performing at a higher level. Beyond music, these trips help students develop responsibility, independence, and teamwork, while strengthening friendships and creating a strong sense of community within the band. Traveling together not only enriches students’ musical education but also provides life experiences that extend far beyond the classroom.

In 2025 the FCHS Band traveled to California to participate in a Disney Soundtrack Workshop, where the band students experienced a "day in the life" of an LA Soundtrack Musician. Students were led through a soundtrack recording workshop with a Disney Music Producer and got to experience watching numerous film scenes that they had recorded during the workshop. 

Other trips the FCHS Band Directors have taken their students on include:

• The Music For All National Concert Band Festival in Indianapolis

• The Dallas Wind Band Festival

• Bands of America Super Regional Competitions (Marching Band) in St. Louis

• The Colorado Music Educators Association Convention in Colorado Springs

• The Canyon City Blossom Festival

• The UNC/Greeley Jazz Festival

• The Legends Jazz Festival in Parker

Additionally, the Performing Arts Department has taken group trips as a department to Australia and multiple trips to Western and Central Europe.