PARADE

WHAT: Join us in the streets of downtown Birmingham and prepare to be entertained by the best bands, dance teams and entertainment around! The parade will be led by the famous McDonald’s float carrying celebrities and the Magic City Classic Ambassador. Don’t miss the bands and dance teams from both Alabama State University and Alabama A&M University as they put on a show! This is a rain-or-shine event, and admission is free.

WHEN: Saturday, October 25, 2025 | 8 AM

WHERE: Downtown Birmingham

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TAILGATE

WHAT: There’s no tailgate party in the country like the Coors Light Pregame Tailgate Party at the McDonald’s Magic City Classic presented by Coca-Cola. Enjoy sponsor activations, giveaways, entertainment and more!

WHEN: Saturday, October 25, 2025 | 10 AM – 2 PM

WHERE: Historic Legion Field, West Side Parking Lot

GAME

WHAT: Witness the 83rd football clash between Alabama A&M University and Alabama State University, two in-state SWAC rivals who come together every year to put on the No. 1 HBCU Classic in the country. The competition is just as fierce at halftime with the battle of the bands between A&M’s Marching Maroon & White and ASU’s Mighty Marching Hornets.

WHEN: Saturday, October 25, 2025 | 2:30 PM

WHERE: Historic Legion Field