Homecoming 2026 Events!
*Homecoming event details are currently being finalized and are subject to change. Additional events and information will be added as details become available. Please check back regularly for the most up-to-date schedule.
Monday, September 21
Unity Walk
5 p.m. | Recreation Center
Kick off Homecoming Week with the Unity Walk! Student organizations present their banners at 4 p.m. in front of the Recreation Center for the Banner Competition before the walk begins at 5 p.m. The walk will travel to the Memorial Student Center Plaza, where attendees will enjoy remarks from special speakers, the announcement of the Homecoming Court and the Banner Competition winners.
Banner Competition Prizes:
First Place — $300
Second Place — $200
Third Place — $100
Tuesday, September 22
Homecoming Court Voting Begins
12 p.m. | HerdLife
Voting for the 2026 Homecoming Court begins at noon Tuesday and continues through 12 p.m. Friday in HerdLife. Court candidates and their organizations will also be tabling on the Memorial Student Center Plaza Tuesday through Thursday.
Funcle Sam with Tunes & Tacos
12 p.m. | MSC Plaza
Join Funcle Sam for Tunes & Tacos! Stop by the plaza for good food, good times and good vibes. Plus, Funcle Sam will be giving away 100 Funkafest tickets.
Wednesday, September 23
’80s Karaoke
12 p.m. | Harless Dining Hall
Grab the mic and show off your best ’80s hits! Details coming soon.
Casino Night
7 p.m. | Shawkey Dining Room & John Marshall Dining Room
Get ready for a night of games, fun and Homecoming excitement! Details coming soon.
Thursday, September 24
WMUL Car Bash
10 a.m.–4 p.m. | Buskirk Field
Come out for WMUL’s Car Bash! Details coming soon.
Mojo Brookzz: Outta Pocket Comedy Tour
7:30 p.m. | Joan C. Edwards Performing Arts Center
Presented by the Marshall Artist Series. SOLD OUT
Friday, September 25
Parent & Family Weekend Begins
Party on the Plaza
12 p.m. | MSC Plaza
Kick off Friday with music, food, games and more as the Herd gets ready for Homecoming weekend!
Homecoming Parade
6 p.m.
One of Marshall’s favorite Homecoming traditions returns! Grab your green and white and come out to cheer on the Herd.
Homecoming Bonfire
7 p.m. | Harless Field
Keep the Homecoming celebration going at the annual bonfire! Details coming soon.
Family Feud
8 p.m. | Playhouse
Part of Parent & Family Weekend.
Silent Disco
10 p.m.–1 a.m. | Don Morris Room
Part of Parent & Family Weekend.
Saturday, September 26
Game Day
Parent & Family Weekend Picnic
12–3 p.m. | First Year Field
Enjoy food and fun with the Marshall family before kickoff. Details coming soon.
Marshall vs. Gardner-Webb
3 p.m. | Joan C. Edwards Stadium
Cheer on the Herd as Marshall takes on Gardner-Webb! The 2026 Homecoming Royalty winners will be presented during halftime.
We Are Marshall Movie, Laser Tag & Neon Putt-Putt
8–10 p.m. | Memorial Student Center
Keep the celebration going after the game with a night of We Are Marshall, laser tag and neon putt-putt! Part of Parent & Family Weekend. Details coming soon.
NPHC Step Show
8 p.m. | Smith Music Hall
Experience an exciting night of rhythm, movement and tradition at the NPHC Step Show. Details coming soon.