Philadelphia Announces Full Lineup for One Philly HBCU Week 2026, October 26-31, Capped by Two Football Games
Philadelphia is a city in Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania (a consolidated city-county). Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle L. Parker on October 13 announced the full schedule for One Philly HBCU Week 2026, a six-day celebration of Historically Black Colleges and Universities running Monday, October 26 through Saturday, October 31. The week is hosted by the City of Philadelphia in partnership with the Philadelphia Eagles and community partners.
Events will include music, church services, job and college fairs, step shows, band competitions and football games. "One Philly HBCU Week is about celebrating the excellence, history and traditions of our HBCUs while creating opportunities for the next generation," Mayor Parker said. "Whether you are a student considering college, a proud HBCU graduate, a member of the Divine Nine or simply someone who loves the culture, there is something for you during this week."
The daily lineup includes a Clergy Appreciation event at Community College of Philadelphia on October 26; a high school and community Battle of the Bands at West Philadelphia High School, 4901 Chestnut St, on October 27; a Collegiate Choir Competition at the Church of Christian Compassion on October 28; and a College & Job Fair at Lincoln Financial Field on the afternoon of October 30.
The week culminates at Lincoln Financial Field with two HBCU football matchups: Lincoln University vs. Virginia Union University on Friday, October 30, followed by Delaware State University vs. Norfolk State University on Saturday, October 31. Tickets are required for admission.
Source: Mayor's announcement published by the City of Philadelphia (phila.gov) on October 13, 2026.
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