The nation’s largest HBCU event is almost back and promises to be bigger than ever!
For the 84th year, 200,000+ people are set to convene in Greater Birmingham and participate in the Magic City Classic festivities – a week full of celebration culminating in a parade, tailgate, and football game at Legion Field on October 25.
A list of the week’s big events can be found below. Whether you’re here to support Alabama A&M, cheer on Alabama State, or just enjoy the party, the Magic City has something fun for everyone that comes through for the Classic.
Check out magiccityclassic.com for tickets and more information!
Events:
Magic City Classic Community Tailgate Awards
– Wednesday, Oct 22, 12-4pm
– Arlington Antebellum Home & Gardens
Magic City Tailgate Festival
– Thursday, Oct 23, Gates open at 3pm
– Birmingham Race Course
Live Broadcast of ESPN’s First Take
– Friday, Oct 24, 9-11am
– Legion Field
– Featuring Stephen A. Smith and Molly Qerim
Magic City Classic Parade
– Saturday, Oct 25, 8am
– Downtown Birmingham
– Featuring Alabama State & Alabama A&M bands and dance teams!
Coors Light Pregame Tailgate Party
– Saturday, Oct 25, 10am-2pm
– Legion Field West Side Parking Lot
The Magic City Classic Football Game
– Alabama A&M vs Alabama State
– Saturday, Oct 25, 2:30pm
– Historic Legion Field
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