Gulf Coast Challenge

07/29/2026

🎤 FRED HAMMOND LIVE IN CONCERT! 🎤

Join us on Thursday, October 1st right outside Ladd Stadium in Mobile, Alabama, for an unforgettable evening of praise, worship, and inspiration!

🎟️ Concert Tickets: $55

🔥 OR get even more value with a $35 Game Day Ticket, which includes:
✅ Admission to the Fred Hammond Gospel Xplosion Concert
✅ Admission to the Friday Night Concert (Juvenile & Webbie)

Now that’s a DEAL!

Bring the kids 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦, bring the family ❤️, grab your lawn chairs 🪑, and come experience a powerful night of music, fellowship, and celebration.

This exciting concert kicks off the Ultimate HBCU Weekend as Alabama A&M takes on Jackson State! 🏈🔥

Stay tuned for more details at www.mobilegulfcoastchallenge.com

07/23/2026

🚨 Vendor Applications Are NOW OPEN! 🚨

Want to showcase your business during one of the Gulf Coast's biggest HBCU weekends? This is your opportunity to connect with thousands of fans, alumni, students, and visitors at the 2026 Gulf Coast Challenge!

Whether you sell food, apparel, merchandise, or unique products, we want YOU to be part of the excitement.

📅 October 1–3, 2026
📍 Mobile, Alabama

Don't wait—vendor spaces are limited and expected to fill quickly. Apply today and put your business in front of one of the year's biggest crowds!

07/10/2026

🔥🏈 The HOTTEST Deal of the Summer is HERE! 🔥🎟️

The Gulf Coast Challenge is giving you MORE for your money! 🙌🏾

For just $35, your Game Day Ticket includes:

🏈 Admission to the Gulf Coast Challenge featuring Alabama A&M vs. Jackson State
🎤 Admission to the Gospel Xplosion featuring Fred Hammond on Thursday, October 1st
🎶 Admission to the HBCU Fest Concert featuring Juvenile & Webbie on Friday, October 2nd

That’s 3 incredible events… ONE ticket… ONLY $35! 🤯🔥

You won’t find a better HBCU weekend value anywhere!

🎟️ Get your tickets today at Northside Check Exchange or www.mobilegulfcoastchallenge.com.

Don’t wait—this deal won’t last forever! Grab your crew and get ready for an unforgettable weekend of football, faith, music, and HBCU culture! 💙💛🏈🎉

07/08/2026

It’s OFFICIAL 🔥Purchase a $35 Game Ticket - includes admission to the concert!

HBCU Fest
📍 Mobile, Alabama
⏰ Friday, October 2

See y’all at the HBCU Fest! It’s going up. 🔥🎤

07/01/2026

🚨🎉 MOBILE & THE GULF COAST… IT’S OFFICIAL! 🎉🚨

The Gulf Coast Challenge HBCU Fest is bringing two Southern hip-hop legends to the stage…

🎤 JUVENILE & WEBBIE LIVE IN CONCERT! 🔥

Join us Friday, October 2nd outside Ladd-Peebles Stadium in Mobile, Alabama, for an unforgettable night of music as we celebrate HBCU culture, community, and football weekend!

🎟️ Concert Tickets: $55

💥 Or get the BEST VALUE with a $35 Game Day Ticket, which includes:�✅ Admission to the Fred Hammond Gospel Xplosion Concert (10/1)�✅ Admission to the HBCU Fest featuring Juvenile & Webbie�✅ Entry to the Gulf Coast Challenge football game featuring Alabama A&M vs. Jackson State 🏈

That’s THREE incredible events for one low price! 🔥🙌🏾

🎟️ Tickets are on sale NOW!�📍 Northside Check Exchange�🌐 www.mobilegulfcoastchallenge.com

Grab your crew, secure your tickets, and get ready for one of the biggest HBCU weekends on the Gulf Coast!

06/29/2026

2️⃣ More Days until 🎟️ tickets go on sale and we announce our next 2 Artists

Fans have been asking for BIGGER & BETTER entertainment for the Gulf Coast Challenge Weekend 🏈🔥 — and this year we’re taking things to the NEXT LEVEL! 🙌🏾🎶

We’ve announced our first artist, Fred Hammond, who will be headlining our Gospel Xplosion.

Next up we will announce our 2 artists who will be performing live on Friday, October 2nd leading up to the Gulf Coast Challenge game.

To bring you bigger artists, higher energy, and an even more unforgettable concert experience, we’ve introduced a 🎟️ $55 Concert Ticket. This small change helps us deliver the talent, production, and excitement that our fans truly deserve! 💥

But here’s the GREAT NEWS 👀👇🏾

You can STILL enjoy the FULL Gulf Coast Challenge Weekend with a 🎟️ $35 Game Day Ticket! 🏟️🔥

✅ Access to BOTH concerts
✅ Full weekend of Gulf Coast Challenge events
✅ HBCU culture, music, vibes & unforgettable memories

This year is going to be BIGGER. LOUDER. BETTER. 💯🔥

📣 Stay Tuned as we announce our first artist in this coming Wednesday!!!

Who’s ready for Gulf Coast Challenge Weekend?! 🙌🏾🎉

06/26/2026

🚨🏈 The Countdown is ON! 🏈🚨

Get ready, HBCU football fans… the wait is almost over! 🔥

🎟️ Tickets go on sale July 1st for the 2026 Gulf Coast Challenge, featuring an epic showdown between Alabama A&M University and Jackson State University!

📅 Game Day - October 3rd
🏈 Alabama A&M vs. Jackson State
📍 Ladd-Peebles Stadium | Mobile, Alabama

This isn’t just a football game—it’s an entire HBCU Weekend Experience filled with culture, concerts, tailgating, alumni events, and unforgettable memories! 🙌🏾🔥

Mark your calendars, grab your crew, and be ready to secure your seats before they’re gone!

Who’s ready for one of the biggest HBCU events of the year? 👀💙❤️

06/25/2026

🎥🏈 Gulf Coast Challenge Media Day Recap 🏈🎥

What an incredible day as we officially kicked off the countdown to the 2026 Gulf Coast Challenge featuring Alabama A&M University vs. Jackson State University! 🔥

A huge THANK YOU to the coaches, athletic directors, city officials, sponsors, alumni, fans, media partners, and everyone who joined us for Media Day. Your energy and support continue to make the Gulf Coast Challenge one of the premier HBCU football experiences in the country!

The excitement is building as two powerhouse HBCU football programs prepare to battle under the lights for pride, tradition, and bragging rights in Mobile, Alabama! 💙❤️🏈

This is more than a football game—it’s a weekend filled with HBCU culture, live entertainment, fellowship, and unforgettable memories.

🎟️ Secure your tickets on July 1st and experience the Gulf Coast Challenge for yourself!

🏈 Alabama A&M vs. Jackson State
📍 Ladd-Peebles Stadium | Mobile, AL

Who’s ready for Gulf Coast Challenge Weekend? 🙌🏾🔥

06/24/2026

The Gulf Coast Challenge is powered by the Mobile Sports Authority!! We thank you for your continued support!

06/24/2026

Huge thanks to the Mobile City Council for their continued support!
Media Day 🎥