2022 Duke's Mayo Classic Generates Estimated $14.6 Million in Economic Impact
CHARLOTTE, N.C. – This year’s Duke’s Mayo Classic was a celebration of the 100th anniversary of a historic HBCU rivalry, with North Carolina Central University defeating North Carolina A&T State University on Saturday, September 3rd in Bank of America Stadium.
With an attendance of 35,798 the event was estimated by the Charlotte Regional Visitors Authority to generate $14.6 million in economic impact for the Charlotte region, including $7.9 million in direct visitor spending with 20,476 visitors to the Charlotte region.
To celebrate the incredible history of this rivalry the Charlotte Sports Foundation (CSF), the 100 Black Men of Charlotte, and other partners hosted three days of events throughout the Charlotte region including a college and career fair, step show and a FanFest featuring local artists.