The Marching Firebirds enter several marching band competitions each year. In doing so, they aim for awards such as:
- Best Music
- Best Visuals
- Best General Effect
- Best Percussion
- Best Auxiliary (Color Guard)
- Grand Champion
In 2018, the Marching Firebirds are scheduled to appear at the following competitions:
- Saturday, September 15: Taylor Competition
- Saturday, September 22: Bands of America Regional at Miami U
- Saturday, October 13: Mason Invitational Competition, Mason, OH
- Friday & Saturday, October 19-20: Indianapolis BOA Super Regional, Lucas Oil Stadium
- Saturday, November 3: Mid-States Championship, Mason, Ohio