What to know about the Alabama State-Alabama A&M rivalry weekend

The Magic City Classic 2024 is getting closer and closer.

The game is the annual football rivalry between Alabama State and Alabama A&M, with the two schools meeting about halfway in Birmingham at historic Legion Field. This year marks the 83rd year of the annual rivalry.

This year's game will take place on Saturday, October 26th and will include all the normal events that make the Classic a special event.

Magic City Classic 2024: date, time

Date: Saturday, October 26th
Time: 2:30 p.m. CT
Location: Legion Field in Birmingham, Alabama

How to get Magic City Classic tickets

Tickets via the Classic website are sold out. Tickets are available on StubHub starting at around $26.

Get Magic City Classic tickets on STUBHUB to watch Alabama State take on Alabama A&M

Where can you park for Magic City Classic?

Lots around Birmingham are available for parking, with three areas offering shuttle service to Legion Field. Shuttles stop at the Birmingham Crossplex, Park Place near Boutwell Auditorium, and 7th Ave N & 23rd St N in downtown Birmingham.

The shuttles cost $5 per person round trip and accept credit cards only. For more click here.

History of the Magic City Classic: Alabama State vs. Alabama A&M

First matchup: October 31, 1924 (Alabama State won 30-0)
Series balance: Alabama A&M leads 44-41-3
Alabama State's last win: 2023 (31-16)
Alabama A&M's last win: 2021 (42-28)

The rivalry between Alabama State and Alabama A&M began in 1924 when the Hornets earned their first victory. The series moved to Legion Field since 1940. The two schools have played every year since 1945.

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How to watch Magic City Classic on TV or streaming

Streaming: ESPN+

The Magic City Classic between Alabama State and Alabama A&M will be broadcast on ESPN+.

Watch Alabama State in the Magic City Classic on ESPN+

Magic City Classic 2024 weekend schedule

Saturday, October 26th

8am – Magic City Classic Parade in downtown Birmingham

10 a.m. – Tailgate at Legion Field

2:30 p.m. – Magic City Classic begins

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