Frederick Douglass HBCU Football Classic

09/02/2026

Rochester, it’s almost game time!

The 3rd Annual Baldwin Richardson Foods Frederick Douglass HBCU Football Classic is bringing HBCU tradition, culture, competition, and community back to Rochester!

🏈 Lincoln University Lions vs. Virginia State University Trojans

📅 Saturday, October 3, 2026
📍 Rochester Community Sports Complex
🔥 Tailgate Party: 8 AM–12 PM
🏟️ Gates Open: 12 PM
🏈 Kickoff: 1 PM
🥁 Battle of the Bands: Post-Game

Come early for the tailgate, stay for the game, and don’t miss the energy of the bands after the final whistle.

🎟️ Get your tickets today at FDHBCUClassic.com

Who are you representing — 🧡💙 Lincoln or 🧡💙 Virginia State? Drop your school in the comments!

08/28/2026

Volunteers Needed! 🏈

Be part of the team behind the 3rd Annual Baldwin Richardson Foods Frederick Douglass HBCU Football Classic on Saturday, October 3, 2026, at the Rochester Community Sports Complex.

Help us make this year’s Classic an unforgettable experience for our students, families, alumni, and community.

Sign up today at FDHBCUClassic.com

08/28/2026

LAST CALL FOR VENDORS!

The Baldwin Richardson Foods Frederick Douglass HBCU Football Classic is coming to Rochester on Saturday, October 3, 2026, and vendor spaces are almost gone.

Food Vendors • Community Vendors • Nonprofit Vendors

Vendor application deadline: September 1, 2026

Apply today at FDHBCUClassic.com

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08/13/2026

Save the dates! 🏈🎓

Get ready for three exciting days leading up to the Baldwin Richardson Foods Frederick Douglass HBCU Football Classic:

📚 Sept. 30 – HBCU College Expo
🎉 Oct. 1 – HBCU Experience Day
👕 Oct. 2 – HBCU Spirit Day

Meet HBCU representatives, experience the pride and culture of HBCU life, and show your school spirit by wearing your favorite HBCU gear!

Learn more: CityofRochester.gov/HBCUClassic

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08/11/2026

When the final whistle blows, the bands take over! 🥁🔥

Stay in your seats for the 5th Quarter Battle of the Bands immediately following the game!

Lincoln University’s Orange Crush and Virginia State University’s Trojan Explosion are bringing the sound, energy and showmanship to Rochester!

📅 Saturday, October 3, 2026
🏈 Kickoff: 1 PM
📍 Rochester Community Sports Complex
🎟️ Tickets: FDHBCUClassic.com

08/05/2026

🏈 Don’t miss the 3rd Annual Baldwin Richardson Foods Frederick Douglass HBCU Football Classic!

📅 Saturday, October 3, 2026
📍 Rochester Community Sports Complex
🕛 Gates Open: 12 PM | Kickoff: 1 PM

Lincoln University (PA) vs. Virginia State University

🎟️ Tickets starting at $25
🎓 Student tickets include one adult chaperone.
👥 Group tickets available!

Get your tickets today at FDHBCUClassic.com

07/30/2026

The HBCU experience starts here. 🏈

Calling all Divine 9, HBCU alumni, students, and supporters—join us for an unforgettable tailgate before the big game!

Lincoln University (PA) Lions vs. Virginia State University Trojans

📅 October 3, 2026
🎉 Tailgate: 8 AM–12 PM
🏈 Kickoff: 1 PM
📍 Rochester Community Sports Complex

Reserve your tailgate space and get your tickets today at FDHBCUClassic.com.

07/29/2026

07/29/2026

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07/27/2026

It’s official! 🏈

Last Friday’s press conference announced the teams and details for the 2026 Baldwin Richardson Foods Frederick Douglass HBCU Classic.

🔥 Lincoln University Lions vs. Virginia State University Trojans

🎟️ Tickets are on sale now starting at $25
👥 Group tickets are available

Get your tickets and learn more at FDHBCUClassic.com.

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