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by Bangieb on 11/28/23Caesars Superdome - New OrleansThe experience was a thrill and Fantasia was fantastic as well as the game and bands
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About the Bayou Classic
In 2024, Celebrating its 51st year, the Bayou Classic continues to uphold its legacy as a symbol of excellence and camaraderie within the HBCU community. Year after year, fans gather in New Orleans over Thanksgiving weekend to witness the thrilling football matchup between Southern University and Grambling State University, accompanied by the electrifying Battle of the Bands & Greek Show and the highly anticipated halftime show featuring two of the greatest marching bands in the nation. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit www.mybayouclassic.com. And follow Bayou Classic on Facebook at @MyBayouClassic and on Instagram at @bayouclassic74.
History of the Bayou Classic
Southern University first played Grambling State in football in 1930, when the latter was known as the Louisiana Negro Normal and Industrial Institute. It was not until 1958 that Grambling joined the Jaguars in the Southwestern Athletic Conference, and the two teams started to play on a yearly basis. The prominence of both teams greatly increased in the 1960s and early '70s, with the rise of coach Eddie Robinson's Tiger teams, featuring such Grambling legends as Charlie Joiner, Doug Williams and Buck Buchanan, and Southern's success featuring such stars as Harold Carmichael and Mel Blount. The Bayou Classic was first held at Tulane Stadium in 1974, before moving to the brand-new Louisiana Superdome the following year. The dome has held the Bayou Classic every year since, except for 2005 when it was moved to Houston after Hurricane Katrina, and 2021, when a rescheduled Bayou Classic conflicted with renovations to the stadium.
No Bayou Classic weekend is complete without the legendary Battle of the Bands, between Grambling's World Famed Tiger Marching Band, and Southern's Human Jukebox. The Friday night spectacular features hundreds of marchers on each side performing alongside Grambling's Orchesis dance line and the Fabulous Dancing Dolls of Southern. In 2015, the Waterford crystal trophy which had been awarded to the Bayou Classic winner since the late '80s was retired and donated to the Smithsonian's National Museum of African American History and Culture by both universities. Due to the postponement of the 2020 NCAA Division I FCS season, the first-ever springtime Bayou Classic game was scheduled for April 17, 2021, in Shreveport.
Rating: 4 out of 5 Rating: 5 out of 5 Family Fun
by Anita on 11/28/23Caesars Superdome - New OrleansWe had an awesome amazing time with family and new friends we met. The game was exciting and the entertainment by special guess and the bands from both universities was excellent. We will be back in 2025…if Gods will.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Great Time!!!!!
by HF on 11/28/23Caesars Superdome - New OrleansThe Bayou Classic was a great time. Great event put on by the two schools and the city of New Orleans.
Rating: 5 out of 5 I had a great time!
by Johnette on 11/28/23Caesars Superdome - New OrleansIt was a spectacular event! Everything was great. I'm looking forward to going back next year!!!
Rating: 5 out of 5 The best ever!!
by Mrs Cj Sims on 11/28/23Caesars Superdome - New OrleansThe people the company and music! I fell in love over and over again!!
Rating: 3 out of 5 boring
by Anna on 11/28/23Caesars Superdome - New OrleansIt was boring. Not enough excitement. Should have to walk very far for food
Rating: 5 out of 5 Absolutely Fantastic Event!!
by SU Jaguar! on 11/28/23Caesars Superdome - New OrleansI had such a great time!! If you've never experienced The Bayou Classic, it is a must attend, bucket list event!
Rating: 5 out of 5 Fun as always
by Angie on 11/28/23Caesars Superdome - New OrleansI will be ordering tickets again for next year. Loved my seats.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Best Bayou Classic ever!!!!!
by EK, SU Alumni on 11/28/23Caesars Superdome - New OrleansWatching the Bayou Classic from the Humana Suite with community partners and friends was an awesome experience. A great time was had by all!!!!
Rating: 5 out of 5 Epic
by Janebug on 11/28/23Caesars Superdome - New OrleansThis was a phenomenal experience. This was my first time attending the Bayou Classic and my first time in New Orleans as an adult. The game was amazing. The environment was safe and fun. The opening acts, halftime show and fan feast were fantastic. I will be back again.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Bayo Classic
by Rodney on 11/28/23Caesars Superdome - New OrleansThe event was great! Being able to use my phone to gain access was very nice!
Rating: 5 out of 5 A fun experience
by Trish on 11/28/23Caesars Superdome - New OrleansThis was the 50th anniversary for the Bayou Classic and everything was done well. The staff was friendly everything was organized well. We really had fun!!
Rating: 5 out of 5 The Pinnacle of HBCU Football Games
by Kema on 11/28/23Caesars Superdome - New OrleansThis 50th year was outstanding! The game, the bands, the performers, and the fans made this experience exceptional!
Rating: 4 out of 5 Great marching at halftime
by Amanda on 11/28/23Caesars Superdome - New OrleansFootball was fine and made better by our team winning!! Cold in the stadium (up high in cheap seats!) and noisy with 2 fabulous bands playing but the marching displays were seriously amazing and I could have watched them all day…
Rating: 4 out of 5 Bayou Classic
by Tiffany on 11/28/23Caesars Superdome - New OrleansGreat seats. Love the location near the stairs. We didn't have to walk too far up.
Rating: 4 out of 5 Great Experience
by Donald on 11/28/23Caesars Superdome - New OrleansThe battle of the bands was great. The band competition was okay, the step shows was not great, and the school bands were great.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Awesome game but Refs not so much!
by Bri on 11/28/23Caesars Superdome - New OrleansTeams competed but refs made many questionable calls. Enjoyed the team rally at the end. Wish it had been present throughout!
Rating: 5 out of 5 Loved it
by Twyla on 11/28/23Caesars Superdome - New OrleansGreat seats and great experience! Easy admission and Southern won!
Rating: 4 out of 5 Everything but the seats
by Jess on 11/28/23Caesars Superdome - New OrleansThe whole event was very exciting and fun except for the seats they were very small and I’m only 5’2” and my legs were so cramped up from lack of leg room my 6’ husband was so uncomfortable we had to leave in the 3rd quarter
Rating: 5 out of 5 Bayou Classic 50th Anniversary
by Kismet on 11/28/23Caesars Superdome - New OrleansIt was the best experience I have had in the 28 years I have been attending. I always love to reunite with fellow Southern University Alumni and connect with my fellow HBCU's members of Grambling State University!!