THE STEWARD · VISIT NOTES
85th Magic City Classic
Prepared 2026-10-16 · Birmingham, AL
Date, admission and booking
2026-10-31
Game 2:30 p.m. Central; separate downtown parade 8 a.m. Central.
Birmingham event times are Central, one hour behind Georgia. Allow for that difference in both travel plans.
Cost: Game ticket price/fees not established. Parade free. Stadium parking/shuttle costs separate.
Suitable for: Family attendance described; child ticket exceptions unknown.
Find the right entrance
Game destination: Legion Field, 400 Graymont Avenue West. The morning parade is downtown, starting 18th Street North/7th Avenue North; do not confuse the two.
Legion Field
400 Graymont Avenue West, Birmingham, AL 35204
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CrossPlex shuttle pickup; reconfirm current plan
2340 CrossPlex Boulevard, Birmingham, AL
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Parking, access and practical needs
Organizer lists CrossPlex shuttle pickup at 2340 CrossPlex Boulevard; starts 9 a.m., ends two hours after game. Round trip: $5, ages 6 and under free, card only; confirm final plan.
Accessible game parking Lot F off Graymont, first come. Organizer lists ADA shuttles.
Check stadium prohibited-items and clear-bag links before boarding; organizer says there is no storage for prohibited belongings.
The stadium game is outdoors. Check the organizer’s current updates and forecast before travelling; the separate parade is advertised rain or shine.
Optional extra stop
Railroad Park picnic or outdoor pause: A separate downtown outdoor pause with free admission. The park lists 7 a.m.–11 p.m. hours and restrooms at the 17th Street Plaza; check opening and reserved areas. Food is allowed, with no glass, outside alcohol or grilling. It is not event parking. Visitor details
Check opening hours and travel separately; event parking does not automatically cover another stop.