2016 Southern Heritage Classic presented by FedEx
Thousands come back annually to Memphis, Tennessee, USA to cheer for Tennessee State University and Jackson State University; for lively tailgate parties; to tee off in the celebrity golf tournament; for a glimpse at women’s fall fashions; and to experience music made in Memphis and other familiar rhythms. These are the tangibles. Still, celebrating the Southern Heritage Classic presented by FedEx that began in 1990 is much more. The greatness of the SHC rests on how it connects kindred spirits - young and old - in celebration of the beauty of cultural diversity and the richness of the City's heritage.
The mission of the Southern Heritage Classic is to provide an annual cultural celebration as the premier sports and entertainment event in Memphis that creates a strong economic impact and promotes higher education.
Memphis, Tennessee
EVENTS
Thursday, September 8
Classic Tailgate 10 a.m., Liberty Bowl Memorial Stadium parking lot and Tobey Park. Friends, Football and Food. Premium Tiger Lane, RV and tailgating packages available. ON SALE NOW at Ticketmaster outlets or online at www.ticketmaster.com. To charge by phone, call 1-800-745-3000. For more information, call (901) 729-4344.
Classic VIP Party 5 p.m., Halloran Centre. Music by Trio Plus. Invitation only.
Classic Concert 8 p.m., Orpheum Theatre. Enjoy a Classic performance by Stephanie Mills with Jammin Jay Lamont. Tickets: $65 and $55 plus service charges. All seats reserved. ON SALE NOW at Ticketmaster outlets, Orpheum Theatre Box Office or online atwww.ticketmaster.com. To charge by phone, call 1-800-745-3000.
Friday, September 9
Classic College Fair 9 a.m., Pipkin Building at Tiger Lane/Fairgrounds. Presented by the City of Memphis Office of Youth Services. Regional college and university representatives will be available to provide information about attending college. For information and a list of participating schools, call (901) 636-6264 or online at www.cityofmemphisyouth.org. Free admission.
Classic Tailgate 10 a.m., Liberty Bowl Memorial Stadium parking lot and Tobey Park. Friends, Football and Food. Premium Tiger Lane, RV and tailgating packages available. ON SALE NOW at Ticketmaster outlets or online at www.ticketmaster.com. To charge by phone, call 1-800-745-3000. For more information, call (901) 729-4344.
Nike Classic Coaches Luncheon Noon., Sheraton Memphis Downtown/Heritage Ballroom. A Classic salute to JSU head football coach Tony Hughes and TSU head football coach Rod Reed. Invitation only.
Classic Music Festival 8 p.m., Landers Center. Enjoy Classic performances by MAZE featuring Frankie Beverly and KEM. Hosted by Jammin Jay Lamont. Tickets: $95, $85, $65 plus service charges. All seats reserved. ON SALE NOW at Ticketmaster outlets, Landers Center Box Office or online at www.ticketmaster.com. To charge by phone, call 1-800-745-3000.
Saturday, September 10
Classic Tailgate 8 a.m., Liberty Bowl Memorial Stadium parking lot and Tobey Park. Friends, Football and Food. Premium Tiger Lane, RV and tailgating packages available. ON SALE NOW at Ticketmaster outlets or online at www.ticketmaster.com.
To charge by phone, call 1-800-745-3000. For more information, call (901) 729-4344.
Ed “Too Tall” Jones Golf Classic 8 a.m., Tunica National Golf & Tennis. $150 per person, includes green fee and 1/2 cart.
For more information, call (901) 398-6655.
Classic Parade 9 a.m., Presented by the Orange Mound Parade Committee as a salute to the Southern Heritage Classic. The parade route is along Park Avenue from Haynes to Airways featuring area high school marching bands. For information, contact Claudette Boyd at (901) 413-7109 or online at www.orangemound.vze.com.
Classic Battle of the Bands 10 a.m., Whitehaven High School Stadium. The competition will feature the best high school show bands in the region with show-stopping dance routines. Tickets: $10 plus service charges. ON SALE NOW at Ticketmaster outlets or online at www.ticketmaster.com. To charge by phone, call 1-800-745-3000. For tickets and information, contact Andre Newsom at anewsom01@yahoo.com or (901) 230-6973 or Walter Banks Jr. at walterbanksjr@aol.com.
Classic Fashions & Brunch 11 a.m., Holiday Inn University of Memphis. Bedazzled: Bold and Beautiful presented by the National Coalition of 100 Black Women-Memphis Chapter. Tickets: $50. For tickets and information, contact Bettye Boone at (901) 831-8739.
Southern Heritage Classic Football Game 6 p.m., Liberty Bowl Memorial Stadium. A great football rivalry featuring JACKSON STATE andTENNESSEE STATE. Tickets: $50, $35 and $20 plus service charges. All seats reserved.
ON SALE NOW at Ticketmaster outlets or online at www.ticketmaster.com. To charge by phone, call 1-800-745-3000.
AutoZone Halftime Show featuring JSU’s Sonic Boom of the South and TSU’s Aristocrat of Bands
Classic 5th Quarter A grand finale for the Southern Heritage Classic football game featuring a battle of the bands.
SCHEDULE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE
