2024 Homecoming Events
It’s time to make plans to come back to Fort Hays State for this year’s Homecoming!
There will be something for everyone: a bonfire, the groundbreaking celebration for the new Bickle-Schmidt Athletic Complex, reunions, a banquet, and more. You don’t want to miss any of this year’s events!
Alumni and Friends Awards Banquet
Friday, Oct. 4
FHSU Memorial Union
Help us honor a distinguished group of well-accomplished FHSU alumni. Come to the social to meet these deserving award recipients prior to taking part in the banquet where they will be presented with their awards.
Half Century Club Luncheon and Induction
Friday, Oct. 4
FHSU Memorial Union
What could be better than coming back to campus and reunite with college classmates? Join us for a social, and luncheon, followed by the induction of the Class of 1974 and the recognition of graduates from 1964.
Tiger Bonfire
Thursday, Oct. 3
FHSU Robbins Center
Be part of a favorite FHSU tradition by joining Victor E. Tiger, the FHSU marching band, the Tiger Debs, cheerleaders, the football team, and coaches as we kick off Homecoming weekend with a pep rally and introduction of the 2024 Homecoming king and queen candidates.
Oktoberfest
Friday, Oct. 4 – Saturday, Oct. 5
Hays Municipal Park
Enjoy authentic German food, music, and fun activities to reunite with old friends while celebrating Ellis County Volga German culture and tradition during this two-day event.
Alumni Homecoming Event Schedule
Thursday
October 3
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: 8:00 am
Tee Off: 9:00 am
4-person scramble
Cost per player/team: $175/$700
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
October 4
Homecoming Welcome Desk
Pick up your event itinerary and name tags, 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
Bickle-Schmidt Athletic Complex Groundbreaking
Celebrate the beginning of construction for this game-changing facility that will benefit all our student-athletes.
Lewis Field Stadium
9:00 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 am
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 1974 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 1964.
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 am
Cost: $22
Registration deadline: September 20
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 1974 and 1964 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
2:00 pm
Alumni & Friends Awards Banquet
Join us as we present the 2024 Alumni Achievement Awards, Distinguished Service Award, and Young Alumni Awards to our deserving award recipients.
Memorial Union
Reception Social: 6 pm
Dinner Banquet: 7 pm
Cost: $30
Registration deadline: September 20
SATURDAY
October 5
Homecoming Welcome Desk
Pick up your event itinerary and name tags, 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 1964 & 1974 Reunion Breakfast
Celebrate and share the latest in your life with former classmates over breakfast. Afterward, members of the class of 1964 & 1974 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
Cost: $15
Registration deadline: September 20
FHSU Football Alumni Breakfast
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 2024 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 the Center for Student Involvement at 785-628-4664.
The Bricks in Downtown Hays
11 am
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
5:00 pm
Ticket price: $18
FHSU Football Game
Join football fans for a fall evening of cheering on your Tigers to victory against Central Missouri.
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
For information about other Homecoming events taking place at FHSU, click here: FHSU.edu/homecoming