10) Celebration Bowl — SWAC Champion vs. MEAC Champion (Atlanta, GA)

A championship stage with a festival wrapper. The energy is different when trophies are on the line: bands play with bite, fans sing louder, and every drive feels decisive. Around the game you’ll find alumni galas, step shows, and media buzz that crowns a Black College National Champion.
Signature moments: Title-game intensity, trophy presentation, bands emptying the clip in the fifth.
Pro tip: Treat it like a mini-Super Bowl—book early and build a Friday-to-Sunday itinerary.

Planning Cheatsheet

• Tickets & hotels: Lock both early; alumni blocks go fast.
• Band etiquette: In your seat for pregame; nobody moves at halftime; stay for fifth quarter.
• Tailgate culture: Ask before joining, bring something to share, tip the pit boss.
• Comfort kit: Hand fan, portable charger, sunscreen, poncho, comfy sneakers.
• Family friendly: Target classics with parades/college fairs (Circle City, Florida, Magic City).