Tune in to the Morehouse Tuskegee Classic kickoff Oct. 8

Tailgaters and football fanatics will want to hear this news. The Morehouse Tuskegee Classic is returning to Legion Field on Saturday, October 8 at 7PM. Don’t miss these rivals battle in Birmingham in one of the longest-running NCAA Division II classics in the South.

What is the Morehouse Tuskegee Classic?

Since 1902, Alabama’s Tuskegee University faces Georgia’s Morehouse College in a historic football match in The Magic City. The teams meet in Birmingham since it’s centrally located. Plus, Bham has historically been a spot where sports lovers congregate.

The countdown begins

Celebrating your favorite football isn’t just a one-day affair. On Friday, October 7, hang out at the Morehouse College block party. There will be food truck vendors and more.

• When: Friday, October 7 | 11AM–3PM
• Where: Birmingham City Hall, 710 20th St N, Birmingham, AL 35203

If you have a ticket to the classic, then you have free entry to the Jeezy and Lil Bam concert. It’ll be the place to get your body moving all evening!

• When: Friday, October 7 | 7PM
• Where: Boutwell Auditorium, 1930 Reverend Abraham Woods Jr Boulevard, Birmingham, AL 35203

GAME DAY! Whether you’re tailgating or shouting in the stadium, the Morehouse Tuskegee Classis will take place at 7PM on Saturday. YOU can also stream it on ESPN+. This game is presented by City of Birmingham and Alabama Power, we’re excited to see alumni and sports fans celebrate this game.

Who are you rooting for?

• When: Saturday, October 8 | 7PM
• Where: Legion Field, 400 Graymont Avenue W. Birmingham, AL 35204
• Tickets

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