52nd Annual Bayou Classic: Southern v Grambling Football pres. by P&G

* Please note that all events are subject to change.

Monday – Thursday Events Friday Events Saturday Events Halftime & Postgame
Welcome Press Conference
Presented by ExxonMobil
Monday, November 24
10:00 AM — Caesars Superdome

Annual Bayou Classic Thanksgiving Day Parade
Thursday, November 27
3:00 PM — Downtown New Orleans

Business at Bayou Classic
A Black Business Showcase in partnership with the Louisiana Chamber of Commerce Foundation
Networking • Technical Assistance • Business Marketplace

Business at Bayou is a business expo that showcases nonprofit, corporate, and local businesses. Students, alumni, and visitors are invited to stop by the Business at Bayou to purchase from small Black businesses and explore networking opportunities.

Friday, November 28
10:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Hyatt Regency New Orleans
Free and open to the public

PHOTO: Bayou Classic Events Pic
Bayou Classic Coaches Luncheon (Invite Only)
Friday, November 28
Noon — Hyatt Regency New Orleans

Beats Before Battle
Presented by Sprite
Friday, November 28
3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Caesars Superdome, Gate C Plaza Level
Please note: clear bag policy for entrance

Greek Show & Battle of the Bands
Greek Show Presented by Sprite
Battle of the Bands Presented by the Louisiana Office of Tourism
Featuring the 4th Annual Bayou Classic Invitational High School Battle of the Bands to open the event

Friday, November 28
Doors 5:00 PM; Event 6:00 PM
Caesars Superdome, Gate C
Clear bag policy in effect

Southern University Human Jukebox — South End Zone
Grambling State University World Famed Tiger Band — North End Zone
BAYOU CLASSIC / SPECIAL OLYMPICS Unified Rivalry Flag Football Game
Presented by Special Olympics Louisiana
Saturday, November 29
9:00 AM — Pan American Stadium, City Park
Free and open to all ages

Annual Bayou Classic Fan Festival
Saturday, November 29
9:00 AM – Noon — Champions Square, Caesars Superdome
Free and open to all ages; clear bag policy applies

52nd Annual Bayou Classic Football Game
Presented by Procter & Gamble
Saturday, November 29
Kickoff 1:00 PM — Doors open 11:30 AM
Caesars Superdome
Clear bag policy in effect

Southern University Jaguars — East Sideline (Sections 101–128)
Grambling State University Tigers — West Sideline (Sections 129–156)
52nd Annual Bayou Classic Halftime Show
Presented by Coca-Cola
Saturday, November 29
Caesars Superdome

52nd Annual Bayou Classic Post-Game Trophy Presentation
Presented by Entergy
Saturday, November 29
Caesars Superdome

Important Event Info:
Grambling University (HOME) — West Sideline (Sections 129–156)
Southern University (VISITOR) — East Side (Sections 101–128)

Ticket Policy:
No refunds, exchanges, or alternate pickups.
All tickets must be delivered via Ticketmaster Mobile or Mobile Transfer.
Clear Bag Policy in effect.
Buy in advance — limited ticket sales at venue.