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.

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.

Floats carrying Grambling and Southern University fans parade up and down Poydras street during the Bayou Classic Parade in New Orleans, Thursday, Nov. 23, 2023.

The Bayou Classic gridiron rivalry of Grambling State University vs. Southern University turns 50 years old on Saturday, Nov. 25, 2023, and the City of New Orleans is preparing for a week of pre-game ...

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.

Southern players hoist the Bayou Classic trophy after beating Grambling 34-17 in the 49th Bayou Classic Saturday, Nov. 26, 2022, at the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans.

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.