October 26, 2024 | Legion Field

 

Schedule of Events

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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. The parade also will be broadcast LIVE on Fox 6 in Birmingham as well as on Gray affiliates in Huntsville and Montgomery!

 

WHEN: SATURDAY, OCTOBER 28TH | 8 am CT

 

WHERE: DOWNTOWN BIRMINGHAM

 

Click here for Parade Route

tailgate

Tailgate Party

 

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 28TH | 10 am – 2 pm CT

 

WHERE: HISTORIC LEGION FIELD, WEST SIDE PARKING LOT

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Game

 

WHAT: Witness the 82nd 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 28TH |  2:30 pm CT

 

WHERE: HISTORIC LEGION FIELD

Big Boi

Postgame Concert

 

WHAT: Big Boi of Outkast will perform live on the 50-yard line immediately following the McDonald’s Magic City Classic presented by Coca-Cola.  The postgame concert is included with a reserved or general admission game ticket.

 

WHEN: SATURDAY, OCTOBER 29TH |  IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING GAME

 

WHERE: HISTORIC LEGION FIELD

Terri Sewell Magic City Classic Issue Forum on Student Debt Cancellation

 

WHAT: Discussion with University Presidents, Dr. Wims of Alabama A&M and Dr. Ross of Alabama State about the impact student debt is having on HBCU students.

 

WHEN: WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 26th, 12:30-1:30PM

 

WHERE: MEDICAL FORUM THEATER

950 22nd St N, Birmingham, AL 35203

Cigar Men of Distinction Kickoff Day Party

 

WHAT:  Hosted by Birmingham’s and the club’s own American Idol winning Ruben Studdard! Enjoy cigars, libations, food, hookah, music, and more! Feel free to bring your lawn chairs if you’d like to sit or purchase PREMIUM SEATING close to the stage with tables & easier bar access. These seats are limited to only 100!

By Ruben’s side will be Alabama’s own Souled Out Groove performing live, and DJ Feel all the way from Houston, TX will be holding it down on the 1’s & 2’s. So come out and have a great time for a great cause because proceeds will be donated to charity as always!

 

WHEN: SUNDAY, OCTOBER 23rd, 2-7PM

 

WHERE: LIT ON 8TH

518 Reverend Abraham Woods Jr. Blvd, Birmingham, AL 35204

Classic Kickoff presented by McDonald’s

 

WHAT: Kick off the long weekend with us at the Classic Kickoff presented by McDonald’s! Enjoy some light bites, featured drinks and entertainment by DJ Traci Steele.  Don’t miss the McDonald’s 360° photo booth, giveaways and a special appearance by the AAMU and ASU cheerleaders all for just $20!

 

WHEN: THURSDAY, OCTOBER 27TH, 6-9PM

 

WHERE: STADIUM CLUB AT PROTECTIVE STADIUM

1020 24th St N, Birmingham, AL 35203

Stadium Club entry is located on 22nd St N.