5 Things: Homecoming Weekend At The University Of Alabama

TUSCALOOSA, AL — The Alabama Crimson Tide is set to host the rival Tennessee Volunteers Saturday in Bryant-Denny Stadium for UA's 2021 Homecoming, which will also feature a wide range of events and traditions before the big game.

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Here's a look at 5 things you need to know for Homecoming weekend at the University of Alabama this year ...

1. The annual Homecoming Bon Fire and Pep Rally is set for Friday night on the UA Quad at 6:30 p.m.
2. The Alabama Crimson Tide Basketball Tide Tip-Off will follow the Bon Fire and Pep Rally at 7:30 p.m. in Foster Auditorium. This will be a first as both the men's and women's teams will take to the court in the storied venue.
3. A Step Show sponsored by the National Panhellenic Conference will follow the basketball showcase, beginning at 8:3o p.m. in Coleman Coliseum.
4. The Homecoming Parade will be led by four UA alumni, three of whom are frontline health care workers who have served during the pandemic. The parade will begin at 1 p.m. and work its way up University Boulevard to the UA campus. Former Crimson Tide and NFL star Rashad Johnson will serve as Grand Marshal.
5. The 2021 Homecoming Queen will be announced during Friday night's Bon Fire and presented her crown at halftime of Saturday's game. Candidates are: Laney Ackles, Noelle Fall, Montana Fouts, Savanah Lemon and McLean Moore.

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