- Date/time: Sep 25, 10:00am to Sep 27, 5:00pm
- Venue: Indianapolis In
Circle City Classic Fall Festival
The Circle City Classic is back for 2026 with a full week of events celebrating football, education, HBCU culture, community, music and Black excellence in Indianapolis!
This year’s Circle City Classic Fall Festival runs September 20 through September 26, leading up to a full day of action at Lucas Oil Stadium.
2026 Circle City Classic Calendar of Events
Sunday, September 20
- Circle City Classic Coronation
Wednesday, September 23
- Circle City Classic Prayer & Praise Worship Service
Friday, September 25
- Circle City Classic Coaches Luncheon
- Circle City Classic Talent Day
- Circle City Classic Pep Rally
- DJG Indy FunkFest
Saturday, September 26
- Circle City Classic Parade
- Girls Flag Football Matchup #1: Crispus Attucks vs. Arsenal Tech
- Education Day & College Fair
- Girls Flag Football Matchup #2: Lawrence North vs. Ben Davis
- Tailgate & Fan Festival
- High School Football Showcase Game #1: Warren Central vs. Pike
- HBCU Bands Showcase featuring Talladega College, Kentucky State University and Miles College
- High School Football Showcase Game #2: Lawrence North vs. Ben Davis
From the parade and pep rally to football, HBCU bands and community events, there’s something happening throughout the week.
One Legacy. One City. One Classic. Be a part of the tradition!
For tickets, event details and more information, visit CircleCityClassic.com.
