The Fountain City Classic is back for its 36th year, bringing Fort Valley State and Albany State, and tens of thousands of fans, to Columbus for one of the biggest HBCU weekends in the South. Organizers estimate the game draws about 45,000 people to the stadium and the South Commons grounds.
Here’s everything you need to know, from tickets and tailgating to the parade and what you can bring into the stadium.
When and where
- Game: Saturday, Nov. 7, 2026, Fort Valley State Wildcats vs. Albany State Golden Rams
- Kickoff: 2 p.m. Gates open: noon
- Stadium: A.J. McClung Memorial Stadium, South Commons, Columbus
Tickets…