Fort Hays State Homecoming
Save the Date
October 1-3, 2026
FHSU Homecoming Schedule of Events
Thursday
September 25
Homecoming Golf Tournament*
Register your team for a fun-filled day on the course to help raise scholarship funds for FHSU students. Registration at this link: Pending
Smoky Hill Country Club, 3303 Hall St., Hays
Registration: 8 AM
Shotgun Start: 9 AM
4-person scramble
Registration includes green fee, golf cart, lunch, refreshments, souvenir and prizes.
Tiger Bonfire
Join Victor E. Tiger, the FHSU Marching Band, the Tiger Debs, cheerleaders, football team, and coaches as we kick off Homecoming weekend with a pep rally and introduction of the Homecoming King and Queen candidates.
Sponsored by FHSU Student Engagement
Robbins Center (east lawn)
Food trucks: 7 PM
Bonfire and pep rally: 7:30 PM
FRIDAY
September 26
Homecoming Welcome Desk
Pick up your event itinerary and name tags for registered events, and ask any event questions here. It’s also a wonderful opportunity to browse old volumes of the Reveille, meet other Tigers, and reminisce about your days on campus.
Memorial Union
8 AM - 4:30 PM
Free refreshments
Major Gift Announcement
Location TBD
9 AM
Alumni Award Recipients Meet & Greet
Help us celebrate the Fort Hays State University alumni award recipients. Community members, students, and the general public are welcome to join us in recognizing these incredible award recipients.
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Moss-Thorns Gallery of Art
Oktoberfest
During this two-day event, enjoy authentic German food, music, and fun activities to reunite with old friends while celebrating Ellis County Volga German culture and tradition. Make sure to visit our Alumni/Foundation tent!
Hays Municipal Park, South Main Street
10:30 AM - 7 PM
Half Century Club Social & Luncheon*
What could be better than reuniting with college classmates on campus? Join us as we induct the 50-year class of 1975 into the Half Century Club, comprised of Tigers who graduated 50 or more years ago and retired FHSU faculty and staff. We will also recognize the 60-year class of 1965.
Members of the honored classes will have their photo taken with President Tisa Mason during the social.
Memorial Union
Social: 11 AM
Luncheon followed by Induction: 12 PM
Campus Walking Tour
Relive your time at Fort Hays State as you walk through campus and see what’s new.
Memorial Union – Meet in Sunset Atrium
1:30 PM
Class Reunion Campus/Hays Bus Tour
Members of the honor classes of 1975 and 1965 can enjoy a bus tour around campus and the city of Hays. Your guide will tell you all about the latest changes and projects.
Memorial Union – Meet in Sunset Atrium
2 PM
Alumni & Friends Awards Banquet*
Join us as we present the 2025 Alumni Achievement Awards, Distinguished Service Award, Nita Landrum Award, and Young Alumni Awards to our deserving award recipients.
Memorial Union
Reception Social: 6 PM
Dinner Banquet: 7 PM
SATURDAY
September 27
Homecoming Welcome Desk
Pick up your event itinerary and name tags for registered events, and ask any event questions here. It’s also a wonderful opportunity to browse old volumes of the Reveille, meet other Tigers, and reminisce about your days on campus.
Memorial Union
8 AM - 11 AM
Free refreshments
Class of 1965 & 1975 Reunion Breakfast*
Celebrate and share the latest in your life with former classmates over breakfast. Afterward, members of the class of 1965 & 1975 are invited to join President Tisa Mason to watch the parade at her viewing stand. Transportation to and from the Memorial Union to the parade is complimentary.
Memorial Union - Stouffer Lounge
8:30 AM
Wooster Society Breakfast*
Enjoy a buffet breakfast in the Memorial Union honoring documented Wooster Society Members.
Memorial Union - 2nd Floor
8:30 AM
SGA Reunion Breakfast*
Enjoy a buffet breakfast in the Memorial Union, reminiscing with past SGA members.
Memorial Union - 2nd Floor
9:00 AM
Campus Walking Tour
Relive your time at Fort Hays State as you walk through campus and see what’s new.
Memorial Union – Meet in Sunset Atrium
9:30 AM
Oktoberfest
Enjoy a second day of celebrating Ellis County heritage at this annual festival showcasing the rich Volga-German culture, food, music, and fun! Make sure to visit our Alumni/Foundation tent!
Hays Municipal Park
10 AM – 6 PM
Homecoming Parade
Celebrate the sights and sounds of the 2025 Homecoming parade as floats, bands, and parade entries make their way down the parade route on Main Street.
Want to be in the parade? Visit www.fhsu.edu/homecoming or call Student Engagement and Belonging at 785-628-4664.
The Bricks in Downtown Hays
11 AM
SGA Reunion Come & Go Reception
Memorial Union
2 PM - 4 PM
Tiger Tailgate*
Calling all Tiger fans! Bring your family and friends to the pre-game Tiger Tailgate. Food and beverages will be provided in the alumni tent for all registered guests. Price is for the buffet and DOES NOT include a game ticket.
Lewis Field Stadium, East Lawn
5 PM
Sigma Sigma Sigma Reunion*
Tri Sigma: Anchored at FHSU Centennial Celebration
Celebrating 100 years at FHSU during a pre-game tailgate. Held in conjunction with our Tiger Tailgate with a special area designated for this reunion.
Lewis Field Stadium, East Lawn
5 PM
FHSU Football Game
Join football fans for a fall evening of cheering on your Tigers to victory against Missouri Western.
Game tickets are only available through www.FHSUathletics.com, calling the atheltic office at (785) 628-4050, or purchasing at the gate.
Lewis Field Stadium
Pre-game ceremonies: 6:30 PM
Kick-off: 7 PM
*Denotes that Advanced Registration is Required