Each year, the Bayou Classic is held in New Orleans at the Casear’s Superdome the weekend following Thanksgiving. This year, events start on Monday, Nov. 25.

The Bayou Classic turns 50 in New Orleans. Who will get bragging rights this year? Tourism leaders say 250,000 visitors expected to city, with an economic impact of $30 million.

Grambling State University riders cheer and throws Grambling beads to Southern University alumni during the Bayou Classic Parade in New Orleans, Thursday, Nov. 23, 2023.

According to Bayou Classic officials, the weekend of events is projected to bring more than 250,000 visitors to New Orleans this year. The Bayou Classic, presented by Procter & Gamble, annually ...

The Bayou Classic gridiron rivalry of Grambling State University vs. Southern University turns 50 years old on Saturday, Nov. 25, 2023, and the City of New Orleans is preparing for a week of pre-game ...

Bayou Classic Fan Festival The “Embrace the Culture” Stage is presented by The City of New Orleans, Office of Cultural Economy and the New Orleans Tourism and Cultural Fund 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Are you heading to New Orleans for the Southern University football game? ... The Bayou Classic is a rivalry between the two universities dating back to 1974, according to the official website.

Each year, the Bayou Classic is held in New Orleans at the Casear’s Superdome the weekend following Thanksgiving. This year, events start on Monday, Nov. 25.

Grambling's Tiger Marching Band performs during halftime of the 49th Bayou Classic against Southern Saturday, Nov. 26, 2022, at the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans.

Each year, the Bayou Classic is held in New Orleans at the Casear’s Superdome the weekend following Thanksgiving. This year, events start on Monday, Nov. 25.