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Tuskegee University prepares for inaugural Red Tails Classic Weekend in Montgomery MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WSFA) - A first-of-its-kind, three-day celebration honoring the historic legacy of the Tuskegee Airmen is coming to Montgomery this weekend. Tuskegee University will host its inaugural “Red Tails Classic Weekend” from Friday, Aug. 28 through Sunday, Aug. 30, blending history, high-tech academic exploration, and exciting athletic matchups. “We are honoring a generation of men who served our nation honorably despite extraordinary circumstances,” said Dr. Mark A. Brown, President and CEO of Tuskegee University. “This weekend creates educational opportunities and a platform for supporters to learn more about the state-of-the-art preparation our students receive.” The weekend kicks off on Friday with two major events: - Scholarship Golf Tournament: Taking place at Lagoon Park, raising critical funds for student scholarships. - Tuskegee Talent Summit and Workforce Solutions Forum: Held at the Renaissance Hotel, this summit connects Tuskegee students directly with Alabama employers in fields like aviation, robotics, nursing, and education. Saturday’s focus shifts to academics and future leaders: - K-12 STEM Exploration Day: From 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on the Montgomery Riverfront, students can collect stamps on a “STEM Passport” while exploring aviation, cybersecurity, agriculture, and artificial intelligence. - Red Tails Classic Gala: Held Saturday evening from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. to raise funds for students entering Tuskegee’s “Renaissance Era.” The weekend culminates on Sunday at Cramton Bowl when the Tuskegee University Golden Tigers football team will take the field against the University of West Alabama. Kickoff is scheduled for 7 p.m. Advance registration and tickets are required for Saturday’s free STEM day on the riverfront, the fundraising gala, or cheering on the Golden Tigers at the Cramton Bowl, . To purchase your game tickets or register for the weekend’s events, visit www.tuskegee.edu/. Not reading this story on the WSFA News App? Get news alerts FASTER and FREE in the Apple App Store and the Google Play Store! Copyright 2026 WSFA. All rights reserved.