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See photos of the Orange Blossom Classic between FAMU-Howard

More than 22,000 fans endured a weather delay to celebrate Historically Black Colleges and Universities at the Orange Blossom Classic on Saturday. Local fans may have gone home disappointed as Howard University kicked a last-second field goal to defeat Florida A&M 10-9, but the weekend was more than a game result.

It’s a celebration of Black culture (and not just for fans and friends for Washington and Tallahassee). There’s with music, food festivities and more.

If you missed the festivities, take a look here.

Michael Bartley, center, a choir teacher at Palm Beach Lakes Community High School, dances as his students react during a fan festival before the Orange Blossom Classic football game between the Florida A&M Rattlers and the Howard Bison at Hard Rock Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla.
Michael Bartley, center, a choir teacher at Palm Beach Lakes Community High School, dances as his students react during a fan festival before the Orange Blossom Classic football game between the Florida A&M Rattlers and the Howard Bison at Hard Rock Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla. Photo by Matias J. Ocner mocner@miamiherald.com
Erin Johnson takes a selfie with mascot Olley during a fan festival before the Orange Blossom Classic football game between the Florida A&M Rattlers and the Howard Bison at Hard Rock Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla.
Erin Johnson takes a selfie with mascot Olley during a fan festival before the Orange Blossom Classic football game between the Florida A&M Rattlers and the Howard Bison at Hard Rock Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla. Photo by Matias J. Ocner mocner@miamiherald.com
Laila Mathis, 9, dances during a fan festival before the Orange Blossom Classic football game between the Florida A&M Rattlers and the Howard Bison at Hard Rock Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla.
Laila Mathis, 9, dances during a fan festival before the Orange Blossom Classic football game between the Florida A&M Rattlers and the Howard Bison at Hard Rock Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla. Photo by Matias J. Ocner mocner@miamiherald.com
Major Nine performs during a fan festival before the Orange Blossom Classic football game between the Florida A&M Rattlers and the Howard Bison at Hard Rock Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla.
Major Nine performs during a fan festival before the Orange Blossom Classic football game between the Florida A&M Rattlers and the Howard Bison at Hard Rock Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla. Photo by Matias J. Ocner mocner@miamiherald.com
Major Nine performs during a fan festival before the Orange Blossom Classic football game between the Florida A&M Rattlers and the Howard Bison at Hard Rock Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla.
Major Nine performs during a fan festival before the Orange Blossom Classic football game between the Florida A&M Rattlers and the Howard Bison at Hard Rock Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla. Photo by Matias J. Ocner mocner@miamiherald.com
Howard Bison head coach Larry Scott runs on the field with his players before playing against Florida A&M Rattlers in their Orange Blossom Classic football game at Hard Rock Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla.
Howard Bison head coach Larry Scott runs on the field with his players before playing against Florida A&M Rattlers in their Orange Blossom Classic football game at Hard Rock Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla. Photo by Matias J. Ocner mocner@miamiherald.com
Florida A&M Rattlers head coach James Colzie III runs on the field with his players before playing against Howard Bison in their Orange Blossom Classic football game at Hard Rock Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla.
Florida A&M Rattlers head coach James Colzie III runs on the field with his players before playing against Howard Bison in their Orange Blossom Classic football game at Hard Rock Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla. Photo by Matias J. Ocner mocner@miamiherald.com
Florida A&M Rattlers linebacker Justice Cross (5) runs on the field with his teammates before playing against Howard Bison in their Orange Blossom Classic football game at Hard Rock Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla.
Florida A&M Rattlers linebacker Justice Cross (5) runs on the field with his teammates before playing against Howard Bison in their Orange Blossom Classic football game at Hard Rock Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla. Photo by Matias J. Ocner mocner@miamiherald.com
The Marching 100 perform as their team Florida A&M Rattlers plays against Howard Bison in the first half of their Orange Blossom Classic football game at Hard Rock Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla.
The Marching 100 perform as their team Florida A&M Rattlers plays against Howard Bison in the first half of their Orange Blossom Classic football game at Hard Rock Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla. Photo by Matias J. Ocner mocner@miamiherald.com
Howard Bison running back Travis Kerney (4) runs with the ball in the first half of his Orange Blossom Classic football game against Florida A&M Rattlers at Hard Rock Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla.
Howard Bison running back Travis Kerney (4) runs with the ball in the first half of his Orange Blossom Classic football game against Florida A&M Rattlers at Hard Rock Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla. Photo by Matias J. Ocner mocner@miamiherald.com
Florida A&M Rattlers quarterback RJ Johnson (12) slides with the ball as Howard Bison tight end KD Mosley (0) defends in the first half of their Orange Blossom Classic football game at Hard Rock Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla.
Florida A&M Rattlers quarterback RJ Johnson (12) slides with the ball as Howard Bison tight end KD Mosley (0) defends in the first half of their Orange Blossom Classic football game at Hard Rock Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla. Photo by Matias J. Ocner mocner@miamiherald.com
Florida A&M Rattlers cheerleaders perform in the first half of their team’s Orange Blossom Classic football game against the Howard Bison at Hard Rock Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla.
Florida A&M Rattlers cheerleaders perform in the first half of their team’s Orange Blossom Classic football game against the Howard Bison at Hard Rock Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla. Photo by Matias J. Ocner mocner@miamiherald.com
The Marching 100 perform as their team Florida A&M Rattlers plays against Howard Bison in the first half of their Orange Blossom Classic football game at Hard Rock Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla.
The Marching 100 perform as their team Florida A&M Rattlers plays against Howard Bison in the first half of their Orange Blossom Classic football game at Hard Rock Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla. Photo by Matias J. Ocner mocner@miamiherald.com
Howard Bison wide receiver CJ Neely (8) celebrates with offensive lineman Cesar Reyes (75) after scoring a touchdown against Florida A&M Rattlers in the first half of their Orange Blossom Classic football game at Hard Rock Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla.
Howard Bison wide receiver CJ Neely (8) celebrates with offensive lineman Cesar Reyes (75) after scoring a touchdown against Florida A&M Rattlers in the first half of their Orange Blossom Classic football game at Hard Rock Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla. Photo by Matias J. Ocner mocner@miamiherald.com
Howard Bison cheerleaders perform as their team plays against Florida A&M Rattlers in the first half of their Orange Blossom Classic football game at Hard Rock Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla.
Howard Bison cheerleaders perform as their team plays against Florida A&M Rattlers in the first half of their Orange Blossom Classic football game at Hard Rock Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla. Photo by Matias J. Ocner mocner@miamiherald.com
Howard Bison linebacker Judah McJimpsey (3) tackles Florida A&M Rattlers running back Levontai Summersett (9) in the first half of their Orange Blossom Classic football game at Hard Rock Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla.
Howard Bison linebacker Judah McJimpsey (3) tackles Florida A&M Rattlers running back Levontai Summersett (9) in the first half of their Orange Blossom Classic football game at Hard Rock Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla. Photo by Matias J. Ocner mocner@miamiherald.com
Florida A&M Rattlers running back Thad Franklin Jr. (0) misses a catch in the first half of his Orange Blossom Classic football game against Howard Bison at Hard Rock Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla.
Florida A&M Rattlers running back Thad Franklin Jr. (0) misses a catch in the first half of his Orange Blossom Classic football game against Howard Bison at Hard Rock Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla. Photo by Matias J. Ocner mocner@miamiherald.com
Howard Bison quarterback Tyriq Starks (1) recovers the ball as Florida A&M Rattlers linebacker Jason Riles (27) tries to tackle him in the first half of their Orange Blossom Classic football game at Hard Rock Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla.
Howard Bison quarterback Tyriq Starks (1) recovers the ball as Florida A&M Rattlers linebacker Jason Riles (27) tries to tackle him in the first half of their Orange Blossom Classic football game at Hard Rock Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla. Photo by Matias J. Ocner mocner@miamiherald.com
Showtime Marching Band performs during the halftime of the Orange Blossom Classic football game between Howard Bison and Florida A&M Rattlers at Hard Rock Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla.
Showtime Marching Band performs during the halftime of the Orange Blossom Classic football game between Howard Bison and Florida A&M Rattlers at Hard Rock Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla. Photo by Matias J. Ocner mocner@miamiherald.com
Showtime Marching Band performs during the halftime of the Orange Blossom Classic football game between Howard Bison and Florida A&M Rattlers at Hard Rock Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla.
Showtime Marching Band performs during the halftime of the Orange Blossom Classic football game between Howard Bison and Florida A&M Rattlers at Hard Rock Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla. Photo by Matias J. Ocner mocner@miamiherald.com
Showtime Marching Band performs during the halftime of the Orange Blossom Classic football game between Howard Bison and Florida A&M Rattlers at Hard Rock Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla.
Showtime Marching Band performs during the halftime of the Orange Blossom Classic football game between Howard Bison and Florida A&M Rattlers at Hard Rock Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla. Photo by Matias J. Ocner mocner@miamiherald.com
Showtime Marching Band performs during the halftime of the Orange Blossom Classic football game between Howard Bison and Florida A&M Rattlers at Hard Rock Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla.
Showtime Marching Band performs during the halftime of the Orange Blossom Classic football game between Howard Bison and Florida A&M Rattlers at Hard Rock Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla. Photo by Matias J. Ocner mocner@miamiherald.com
Showtime Marching Band performs during the halftime of the Orange Blossom Classic football game between Howard Bison and Florida A&M Rattlers at Hard Rock Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla.
Showtime Marching Band performs during the halftime of the Orange Blossom Classic football game between Howard Bison and Florida A&M Rattlers at Hard Rock Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla. Photo by Matias J. Ocner mocner@miamiherald.com
Showtime Marching Band performs during the halftime of the Orange Blossom Classic football game between Howard Bison and Florida A&M Rattlers at Hard Rock Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla.
Showtime Marching Band performs during the halftime of the Orange Blossom Classic football game between Howard Bison and Florida A&M Rattlers at Hard Rock Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla. Photo by Matias J. Ocner mocner@miamiherald.com
Showtime Marching Band performs during the halftime of the Orange Blossom Classic football game between Howard Bison and Florida A&M Rattlers at Hard Rock Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla.
Showtime Marching Band performs during the halftime of the Orange Blossom Classic football game between Howard Bison and Florida A&M Rattlers at Hard Rock Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla. Photo by Matias J. Ocner mocner@miamiherald.com
Showtime Marching Band performs during the halftime of the Orange Blossom Classic football game between Howard Bison and Florida A&M Rattlers at Hard Rock Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla.
Showtime Marching Band performs during the halftime of the Orange Blossom Classic football game between Howard Bison and Florida A&M Rattlers at Hard Rock Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla. Photo by Matias J. Ocner mocner@miamiherald.com
The Marching 100 performs during the halftime of the Orange Blossom Classic football game between Howard Bison and Florida A&M Rattlers at Hard Rock Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla.
The Marching 100 performs during the halftime of the Orange Blossom Classic football game between Howard Bison and Florida A&M Rattlers at Hard Rock Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla. Photo by Matias J. Ocner mocner@miamiherald.com
The Marching 100 performs during the halftime of the Orange Blossom Classic football game between Howard Bison and Florida A&M Rattlers at Hard Rock Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla.
The Marching 100 performs during the halftime of the Orange Blossom Classic football game between Howard Bison and Florida A&M Rattlers at Hard Rock Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla. Photo by Matias J. Ocner mocner@miamiherald.com
The Marching 100 performs during the halftime of the Orange Blossom Classic football game between Howard Bison and Florida A&M Rattlers at Hard Rock Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla.
The Marching 100 performs during the halftime of the Orange Blossom Classic football game between Howard Bison and Florida A&M Rattlers at Hard Rock Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla. Photo by Matias J. Ocner mocner@miamiherald.com
The Marching 100 performs during the halftime of the Orange Blossom Classic football game between Howard Bison and Florida A&M Rattlers at Hard Rock Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla.
The Marching 100 performs during the halftime of the Orange Blossom Classic football game between Howard Bison and Florida A&M Rattlers at Hard Rock Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla. Photo by Matias J. Ocner mocner@miamiherald.com
The Marching 100 performs during the halftime of the Orange Blossom Classic football game between Howard Bison and Florida A&M Rattlers at Hard Rock Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla.
The Marching 100 performs during the halftime of the Orange Blossom Classic football game between Howard Bison and Florida A&M Rattlers at Hard Rock Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla. Photo by Matias J. Ocner mocner@miamiherald.com
The Marching 100 performs during the halftime of the Orange Blossom Classic football game between Howard Bison and Florida A&M Rattlers at Hard Rock Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla.
The Marching 100 performs during the halftime of the Orange Blossom Classic football game between Howard Bison and Florida A&M Rattlers at Hard Rock Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla. Photo by Matias J. Ocner mocner@miamiherald.com
The Marching 100 performs during the halftime of the Orange Blossom Classic football game between Howard Bison and Florida A&M Rattlers at Hard Rock Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla.
The Marching 100 performs during the halftime of the Orange Blossom Classic football game between Howard Bison and Florida A&M Rattlers at Hard Rock Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla. Photo by Matias J. Ocner mocner@miamiherald.com
Howard Bison linebacker Judah McJimpsey (3) tackles Florida A&M Rattlers quarterback RJ Johnson (12) in the second half of their Orange Blossom Classic football game at Hard Rock Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla.
Howard Bison linebacker Judah McJimpsey (3) tackles Florida A&M Rattlers quarterback RJ Johnson (12) in the second half of their Orange Blossom Classic football game at Hard Rock Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla. Photo by Matias J. Ocner mocner@miamiherald.com
Howard Bison place kicker Matt Conord (48) scores the winning field goal against Florida A&M Rattlers in the second half of their Orange Blossom Classic football game at Hard Rock Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla.
Howard Bison place kicker Matt Conord (48) scores the winning field goal against Florida A&M Rattlers in the second half of their Orange Blossom Classic football game at Hard Rock Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla. Photo by Matias J. Ocner mocner@miamiherald.com
Howard Bison players celebrate after defeating Florida A&M Rattlers in their Orange Blossom Classic football game at Hard Rock Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla.
Howard Bison players celebrate after defeating Florida A&M Rattlers in their Orange Blossom Classic football game at Hard Rock Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla. Photo by Matias J. Ocner mocner@miamiherald.com
Howard Bison wide receiver Antonio Hunter (3) reacts after his team defeated Florida A&M Rattlers in their Orange Blossom Classic football game at Hard Rock Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla.
Howard Bison wide receiver Antonio Hunter (3) reacts after his team defeated Florida A&M Rattlers in their Orange Blossom Classic football game at Hard Rock Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla. Photo by Matias J. Ocner mocner@miamiherald.com
Florida A&M Rattlers defensive lineman Stantavious Smith (92) gathers grass in a small suitcase after his team defeated Florida A&M Rattlers in their Orange Blossom Classic football game at Hard Rock Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla.
Florida A&M Rattlers defensive lineman Stantavious Smith (92) gathers grass in a small suitcase after his team defeated Florida A&M Rattlers in their Orange Blossom Classic football game at Hard Rock Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla. Photo by Matias J. Ocner mocner@miamiherald.com
Howard Bison players celebrate after defeating Florida A&M Rattlers in their Orange Blossom Classic football game at Hard Rock Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla.
Howard Bison players celebrate after defeating Florida A&M Rattlers in their Orange Blossom Classic football game at Hard Rock Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla. Photo by Matias J. Ocner mocner@miamiherald.com
Howard Bison head coach Larry Scott holds the trophy after defeating Florida A&M Rattlers in their Orange Blossom Classic football game at Hard Rock Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla.
Howard Bison head coach Larry Scott holds the trophy after defeating Florida A&M Rattlers in their Orange Blossom Classic football game at Hard Rock Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla. Photo by Matias J. Ocner mocner@miamiherald.com
Howard Bison defensive back J. Augustus Olidge (32) kisses the trophy after defeating Florida A&M Rattlers in their Orange Blossom Classic football game at Hard Rock Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla.
Howard Bison defensive back J. Augustus Olidge (32) kisses the trophy after defeating Florida A&M Rattlers in their Orange Blossom Classic football game at Hard Rock Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla. Photo by Matias J. Ocner mocner@miamiherald.com
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