BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - WBRC 6 News is proud to sponsor the annual Magic City Classic Parade, giving viewers a front-row seat to the biggest pre-game celebration of the year.
The excitement begins Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026, ahead of the historic rivalry game between Alabama A&M University and Alabama State University at Legion Field.
Starting at 8 a.m., the streets of downtown Birmingham will come alive with top marching bands, dance teams, and community performers bringing big pre-game energy to the Magic City Classic Parade. The rain-or-shine event steps off at 18th Street North and 7th Avenue North.
Can’t make it to downtown Birmingham? Catch the parade live from the comfort of your couch!
The parade will be broadcasted LIVE on WBRC 6 News in Birmingham and across Alabama on Gray Television affiliates in Huntsville, Montgomery, Dothan, and Mobile.
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Note: The Magic City Classic Parade is a television-exclusive broadcast and cannot be streamed on digital or mobile platforms.
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