Homecoming

Kick off The Royal Affair: VSU Homecoming 2026 with late-night celebration featuring live DJs, games, dance competitions, giveaways, and plenty of Blazer spirit. Join us for the midnight countdown as Homecoming Week officially begins.

Location: Langdale Lawn 11pm-1am

Try your luck with casino-inspired games, prize challenges, mask painting, and giveaways during this afternoon pop-up. Grab some goodies and get ready for an unforgettable evening at Royal Flush!

Location: Student Union Display 12:00PM- 2:00PM 

Step into an elegant masquerade casino experience featuring professional casino games, a live DJ, photo opportunities, signature mocktails, and delicious small bites. Dress to impress, grab a mask, and see if luck is on your side!

Location: Student Union Ballrooms 6:30PM- 9:30PM 

Create something fit for royalty at this interactive DIY experience featuring custom street signs, keychains, charms, and more. Stopy by, get creative, and leave with your own personalized Homecoming keepsake!

Location: Student Union Rotunda 11:00AM- 1:00PM 

Get ready for a night of nonstop laughs as professional comedians take the stage for one of Homecoming Week's biggest nights of entertainment. Bring your friends and prepare for an evening of comedy, crowd interaction, and Blazer fun!

Location: Bailey Science Center Auditorium 1011 7:00PM- 9:00PM 

CAB, SGA, and FIRE PIT are bringing Winning Wednesday into the Homecoming
celebration! Stop by for an afternoon of games, prizes, giveaways, and plenty of
opportunities to win while showing your Blazer pride.

Location: Converse Square 12:00PM-2:00PM

 

 Housing, Student Organizations, and Greek Life will battle for the crown in the ultimate
Homecoming Lip Sync Competition. Watch teams bring legendary music artists to life
through creativity, choreography, performance, and Blazer spirit!

Location: Whitehead Auditorium 7:00pm-9:00pm

 Travel back in time for a Renaissance-inspired marketplace filled with vendors, food, live
entertainment, interactive attractions, and unique experiences. Shop, explore, and enjoy
an afternoon where Homecoming meets the Renaissance!

Location: Langdale Lawn 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Celebrate VSU pride with the Homecoming Court, student competitions, athletics, VSU
Cheer, Red Hots, the Blazinʼ Brigade Marching Band, giveaways, and more before closing
out the night with a live concert featuring special musical guests.

The 2026 Homecoming Prince and Princess for each class will also be crowned during
the event.

Location: The Plex 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Welcome to Blaze’s Country Club, where Homecoming meets a laid-back afternoon on the
lawn! Enjoy live DJs, lawn games, caricatures, photo opportunities, food, refreshments,
and time to celebrate with fellow Blazers.

Location: Hopper Courtyard 12:00PM - 3:00 PM 

 

Witness the Divine Nine take the stage in an electrifying showcase of tradition, creativity,
precision, and performance. Organizations will battle for the championship title and Crowd
Favorite in one of Homecoming Week’s most anticipated events.

Location: VHS Performing Arts Center 7:00PM - 10:00 PM 

 

Parade 11:00 AM (Participants report at 10:00AM in Oak Street Parking Lot)

Celebrate VSU tradition as the Homecoming Parade brings Blazer pride to campus with
student organizations, community participants, spirited displays, and more. Grab your
friends, find your spot along the route, and help us celebrate The Royal Affair!

BlazerGate 12:00 PM 

Location: Tailgate Lot (Next to the University Center) 

Keep the celebration going at the official VSU Homecoming Tailgate! Enjoy the pregame
atmosphere, connect with the Blazer community, and get fired up before heading into
Bazemore-Hyder Stadium.

Valdosta State Blazers Football Game  

Location: Bazemore-Hyder Stadium 3:00 PM

 

Cheer on the VSU Blazers as they take the field for the 2026 Homecoming Game! During
halftime, the 2026 Homecoming King and Queen will be crowned and Homecoming
competition winners will be recognized.

The Annual Alumni & Friends Golf Tournament will be held at Stone Creek Golf Club on October 23rd from 7:30am-2:00pm. Find more information on the tournament and register your team here! 

The Valdosta State University Alumni Association Distinguished Alumni and Graduate of the Last Decade (GOLD) Awards program recognizes VSU alumni and friends who have distinguished themselves professionally, brought honor to the University, and have made significant contributions of time and/or philanthropy to the university or their community.

Please join us for an evening of celebration where we will recognize our 2026 Distinguished Alumni and Graduate of the Last Decade (GOLD) Award recipients! 

Find more information and a link to register here!

Join us for the President's Homecoming Tailgate on October 24th from 12:30-2:30pm at the Alumni House!
Find more information and a link to register here.