Bay Bay Brings the Block Party to the 100th Annual State Fair Classic

Dallas, TX — The countdown is on for Saturday, September 27, 2025, when the 100th Annual State Fair Classic takes over the Cotton Bowl Stadium in South Dallas. The annual clash between Grambling State University and Prairie View A&M University has always been more than a football game—it’s a cultural homecoming, a showcase of HBCU pride, and a Texas-sized celebration wrapped into one unforgettable weekend.

A Century of Classic Traditions

This year’s centennial celebration will spotlight all the moments that make the Classic a must-see event:

• National Anthem: sung by Jokia
• Black National Anthem: performed by Deitrick Haddon and the State Fair Classic Mass Choir
• Pre-Game: Southern Soul powerhouse Fat Daddy on the Chevy Main Stage
• Halftime: the legendary Battle of the Bands, pitting Grambling’s “World Famed Tiger Marching Band” against Prairie View’s “Marching Storm”
• 5th Quarter: an after-whistle showdown as both bands go head-to-head in the post-game musical tradition
• Post-Game Concert: TLC taking the Chevy Main Stage as part of their farewell tour

And of course, with every ticket, fans gain access to the State Fair of Texas—from fried food and carnival rides to vendor showcases and cultural exhibits—making this weekend one of the most unique cultural gatherings in America.

Dallas Music on the Rise

The 100th Classic also arrives at a moment when Dallas entertainment is booming like never before. From the national dominance of Big X Tha Plug, to the surge of The New Dallas movement, to the return of the Boogie movement across clubs and block parties—the city’s music scene is at the heart of Southern culture right now. That momentum only fuels the excitement around this year’s Classic, where football tradition and music innovation collide in spectacular fashion.

Bay Bay’s In-Stadium Block Party: The New Wave

At the center of it all is DJ Bay Bay’s In-Stadium Block Party. In just two years, the block party has become one of the most talked-about elements of Classic weekend. Held in the end zone during the game, it transforms the Cotton Bowl into a festival inside a football game, where athletes, celebrities, and fans all collide in the same electric space.

Past years brought unforgettable surprise appearances from Rick Ross, Trina, Trapboy Freddy, Montana 700, Erica Banks, and others. Those viral moments blurred the line between halftime spectacle and street festival, cementing Bay Bay’s party as the ultimate in-game experience.

“Get ready for big energy, big vibes, and the livest party in the city! You don’t wanna miss this one!” said DJ Bay Bay, promising that the 100th anniversary will deliver a block party to remember.

Anticipation for 2025: Who Will Show Up?

For the 100th anniversary, expectations are at an all-time high. With TLC and Fat Daddy already confirmed for the Chevy Main Stage, all eyes are on Bay Bay’s block party to see who steps onto that end-zone stage this year. His guest list is always unpredictable—and always star-studded.

As Dallas celebrates a century of Grambling vs. Prairie View, one thing is certain: the game honors the past, but Bay Bay’s Block Party embodies the city’s future. And with Dallas music surging on the national stage, this September’s Classic is shaping up to be a moment fans will never forget.

Writer: DJ Bobby Eupho

Dallas, Texas

BossTalk 101 Media Team