About this Event
๐ฅ 2026 BIG HBCU SOUTHERN CLASSIC WEEKEND ๐ฅ
7 Events. One Epic Weekend. One Unforgettable Experience.
FRIDAY | March 13, 2026
๐ Official Welcome Event โ Meet & Greet / Mixer
Live Band + Live DJ
Kick off the weekend in style at our Official Welcome Event!
Connect with alumni, Greeks, professionals, and HBCU supporters from across the country as we set the tone for an incredible weekend. Enjoy live music, curated vibes from our DJ, signature drinks, and high-level networking in a vibrant, upscale atmosphere.
This is where the energy begins.
SATURDAY | March 14, 2026
๐ 2:00 PM โ 7:00 PM
โA Vibe Called HBCUโ โ The Boots On The Ground Day Party
Featuring a LIVE Performance by 803 Fresh
Saturday afternoon we turn it ALL the way up.
Expect nonstop energy, DJs spinning the hottest tracks, and a live performance by 803 Fresh bringing the crowd to life. Grab your crew, rep your school, and come ready to dance.
Boots on the ground. HBCU pride in the air.
This is the daytime event everyone will be talking about.
๐ณ 9:00 PM โ 1:00 AM
Bowling & Strolling
Featuring Sunshine Anderson
An upscale vibe with a nostalgic twist. Enjoy bowling, good music, great drinks, and a live performance from Sunshine Anderson. Whether youโre strolling with your organization or vibing with friends, this is grown, classy, and unforgettable.
๐ค 10:00 PM โ 2:00 AM
DJ Envyโs All Black Party
Featuring Traci Steele from Love & Hip Hop
One night. One color. All black everything.
Join nationally recognized DJ Envy for one of the hottest parties of the weekend. Special guest Traci Steele from Love & Hip Hop brings the star power, while the dance floor stays packed all night.
Dress code strictly enforced. Come camera ready.
SUNDAY | March 15, 2026
๐ฎ 10:00 AM โ 4:00 PM
The Big Food Truck Festival & Fanfest
A full-scale outdoor celebration featuring food trucks, vendors, live entertainment, college recruitment opportunities, and community activations. Bring the family and experience the culture up close before the main event.
๐บ 4:00 PM
The BIG HBCU Southern Classic Battle of the Bands
The moment weโve all been waiting for.
Witness powerhouse HBCU marching bands take the stage in an electrifying, high-energy showdown of sound, precision, and tradition. This is more than a competition โ itโs a cultural experience.
๐ค 9:00 PM โ 2:00 AM
The Weekend Grand Finale Party
Hosted by Loren LoRosa from The Breakfast Club
Featuring Live Performance by Sunshine Anderson
We close the weekend BIG.
Join media personality Loren LoRosa for the ultimate finale celebration, featuring another incredible live performance by Sunshine Anderson. High energy. Elite crowd. Unmatched vibes.
This is how you end a legendary weekend.
๐ 7 Events. 1 Weekend Pass. Limited Availability.Donโt wait. Donโt risk sellout.
Secure your 2026 BIG HBCU Southern Classic Weekend Pass now and experience the culture at its highest level.
The energy. The music. The pride. The moment.
See you in Charlotte.
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USD 166.25 to USD 474.95
