Carolina Winter
Ensemble Association
Dedicated to the education and support of the Indoor Performing Arts.
what we do
CWEA continues to create an environment where all performers feel welcome and free to explore the marching arts.
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Latest News & Updates
Sep 16, 2026
CWEA Strengthens Administrative Leadership with New Staff Structure
As the Carolina Winter Ensemble Association celebrates its 25th anniversary, CWEA is strengthening its administrative leadership and organizational infrastructure with the appointment of Cody Crawford as Chief of Staff and the addition of Carl Nelson as Operations Manager. For 25 years, CWEA has provided competitive and educational opportunities for performers and ensembles throughout the Carolinas […]
Jun 25, 2026
CWEA Announces Tentative 2027 Contest Schedule as We Celebrate 25 Years!
The Carolina Winter Ensemble Association is excited to officially launch preparations for our 25th Anniversary Season! As we look ahead to 2027, we are pleased to share our tentative contest schedule, giving ensembles, directors, instructors, and event partners an opportunity to begin planning for what promises to be a memorable milestone year. While host sites […]
May 04, 2026
2027 Event Partner Application
We’re excited to officially announce that the 2027 CWEA Event Partner Application is now open! This upcoming indoor season marks a major milestone for our circuit as we celebrate 25 years of CWEA, and we’re looking forward to making it one of our most memorable seasons yet. Hosting a CWEA contest is a rewarding opportunity […]
who we are
CWEA is the premiere indoor color guard, percussion, and winds circuit in the Carolinas since 2003.
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We’re kicking off 25 years of #teamCWEA in a BIG way!
The 2026 CWEA Education...
Registration for our 25th Anniversary Season is right around the corner!
Before registration opens, directors...
DCI season may be over, but we’re not done celebrating our CWEA family! ✨
Here’s...
As we reach the end of the 2026 DCI season, we’re proud to celebrate the...
⏰ Friendly Reminder!
Applications to become a 2027 CWEA Event Partner are due by this...