Can’t Miss Alabama: ‘Disney on Ice,‘ Magic City Classic are among weekend favorites

By: Shirley Jackson

Magic City Classic
The Magic City Classic (MCC) is the largest historically Black college and university (HBCU) football rivalry game in the country. Alabama A&M University and Alabama State University play the game annually at Birmingham’s historic Legion Field, and the winner could potentially earn a spot in the SWAC Championship game. Festivities surrounding the game include the MCC Parade, Tailgate Party and the halftime show performed by the Mighty Marching Hornets and the Marching Maroon and White. Actor and philanthropist Omari Hardwick is this year’s MCC ambassador. Hardwick is known for his roles in “Power” and “Army of the Dead.” The game kicks off at 2:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26, at 2:30 p.m. at Legion Field in Birmingham. Alabama Power is supporting the event. For the complete schedule of events, visit magiccityclassic.com.

‘Disney on Ice’
“Disney on Ice: Into the Magic” takes families on an action-packed extravaganza Oct. 24-27 at the Birmingham-Jefferson Convention Complex. Showgoers will see performances produced by Feld Entertainment: Disney’s “Moana,” “Frozen,” “Coco” and “Beauty and the Beast” with other Disney characters. Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse will host the show. Showtimes are Thursday and Friday at 7 p.m., Saturday at 11 a.m. and 3 p.m., and Sunday at 1 p.m. and 5 p.m.

Alabama Theatre
Get your fill of chills and thrills at “Phantom of the Opera” Sunday, Oct. 27, at the Alabama Theatre in Birmingham. The 1925 silent classic horror film tells the tale of a mad, disfigured composer who seeks love with a beautiful, young opera singer. Doors open at 1 p.m. and the show starts at 2 p.m. Buy tickets at ticketmaster.com.

The Alabama Weather Blog is pleased to present an excerpt from a featured article in partnership with the Alabama News Center. For the full post including images, videos, and related links, please visit the article HERE.

Category: ALL POSTS, Partner News Stories, Social Media