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Amazon Takes Title Sponsorship as Magic City Classic Weekend Begins

Organizers tout a community-focused partnership rooted in Amazon’s Bessemer presence.

Overview

  • The Alabama StateAlabama A&M game kicks off Saturday, Oct. 25 at 2:30 p.m. CT at Legion Field.
  • The 84th edition carries the branding Amazon Magic City Classic presented by Coca-Cola after Amazon replaced McDonald’s as title sponsor.
  • Organizers expect roughly 100,000 attendees with tickets sold across about 30 states.
  • Birmingham’s schedule features ESPN’s First Take on Friday, a downtown parade Saturday morning, and official tailgating before kickoff.
  • Event leaders say Amazon’s role grew from a four-year outreach that began before COVID, emphasizing employee engagement and local involvement.