Summary
City Hall was set to sign off on up to $2 million in spending for the 85th Annual Magic City Classic at Legion Field — one of the biggest HBCU football events in the country and a major tourism draw.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 4
- Last 30 days
- 1
Last discussed Aug 4, 2026.
Impact analysis
Up to $2 million of city money for event goods and services.
Event attendees, downtown and Legion Field-area businesses, and tourism operations.
No groups negatively affected
Mentions & discussions (4)
Breaking down Magic City Classic contract between Birmingham and ASU, AAMU
Breaking down Magic City Classic contract between Birmingham and ASU, AAMU Montgomery Advertiser
City Council (Regular) - Aug 4, 2026
City Hall was set to sign off on up to $2 million in spending for the 85th Annual Magic City Classic at Legion Field — one of the biggest HBCU football events in the country and a major tourism draw.
City Council (Regular) - Aug 3, 2026
The council was asked to approve up to $2 million in city spending for the 85th Annual Magic City Classic at Legion Field, one of the city's biggest annual events for tourism and economic activity.
City Council (Regular) - Mar 10, 2026
The city will host two SWAC college football games at Legion Field in 2026 and 2027, kicking off August 26, 2026, with up to $225,000 in city incentives. The city expects an economic boost and community buzz from the games.
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