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Annual Florida Classic weekend held in Orlando

ORLANDO, Fla.,None — Fans have gathered in Orlando for the 32nd annual Florida Classic weekend, featuring Saturday's football game at the Citrus Bowl.

Thousands of fans and tourists are in town for fhe Florida Classic, which runs from Friday morning through Saturday night.

Several Florida Classic events were held throughout the day on Friday, including a job fair and step show.

Florida A&M University will battle Bethune-Cookman University in the Florida Classic football game Saturday afternoon. Kickoff is set for 2:30 p.m.

The FAMU and BCU football teams both currently hold a 7-3 record.

The Florida Classic weekend has a significant financial impact on the City of Orlando, pumping thousands of tourist dollars into the local economy.

Orlando has hosted the two-day event since 1997.

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