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.

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.

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 ...

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.

Bayou Classic weekend kicks off with parade through downtown New Orleans The history of the Bayou Classic rivalry dates back decades. To stream WWL TV on your phone, you need the WWL TV app.

The 51st annual Bayou Classic weekend kicked off Thursday with a parade in downtown New Orleans. Fans lined up alongside Canal Street to witness the fanfare of decorated floats and parade spectacles.

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.

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.