Birmingham Bowl: Find Out Who Is Playing At Selection Watch Party

BIRMINGHAM, AL — In just a few days, college football fans will find out where their teams will play in the coming bowl season, and bowl game host cities will find out who is coming to their towns. For those who want to watch the selection for the Birmingham Bowl in a festive atmosphere among other football fans, Birmingham City Council President William Parker is throwing a watch party at Legion Field.

Parker is inviting residents to join in the festivities Sunday from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. in the Parks and Recreation Board Room at Legion Field.

“This annual bowl game is a major piece of Birmingham’s continued effort to become the nation’s leading sports tourism destination,” Parker said. “Birmingham consistently ranks in the top tier of college football TV rating so it’s no surprise that we love college football. We are excited to host the two teams this year and make this year’s Birmingham Bowl the best one yet.”

This season's Birmingham Bowl will be played January 2, 2020 with a 3 p.m. kickoff at Legion Field.

Since 2006, the bowl game has brought an economic impact of roughly $151 million to Birmingham and is attended by people from all over the country. Last year's game saw Wake Forest defeat Memphis 37-34 in front of a crown of 25,717 fans.