Schedule of Events

ESpn’s first take

ESPN’s First Take is going live from Birmingham with Stephen A. Smith and Cam Newton bringing the energy to the stage. Admission is FREE but you must RSVP. Gates open at 7:30 AM.

Friday, October 24 | 9 – 11 AM

 Historic Legion Field

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Parade

Join us in the streets of downtown Birmingham and prepare to be entertained by the best bands, dance teams and entertainment around at Magic City Classic Parade presented by Disney on the Yard! 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.

Saturday, October 25 | 8 AM

 Downtown Birmingham

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Tailgate

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

Saturday, October 25 | 10 AM – 2 PM

 Historic Legion Field, West Side Parking Lot

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Game

Witness the 84th 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 Hornet

Saturday, October 25 | 2:30 PM

Historic Legion Field

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