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Step 1
Contact the Air National Guard band closest to the event to confirm their availability during the necessary time frame. Visit Air Force Link to locate the band closest to your vicinity.
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Step 2
Obtain a current Request for Armed Forces Participation in Public Events Form DD2536. This is the official form used by civilian sponsors to request the participation and services of all armed services in public events. Obtain it from the band, public affairs office or locate it on the Socom website, where you can download and print it off to complete.
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Step 3
Be certain to complete all sections of the request form carefully. Read all requirements and review for accuracy, making sure that no question has been left blank.
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Step 4
Locate the correct Geographic Area of Responsibility (GAR) office closest to the event, or the appropriate military service. Visit the Pentagon site and chose "print" from the upper left printer icon and submit the form no less than 30 days, and no more than 90 days before the event.
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Step 5
Await confirmation and the decision to arrive within two weeks following the request, at which time proceed coordination with the Air National Guard Band.








