Homecoming 2026

Homecoming 2026 - Oct. 15-18

The Murray State University Office of Alumni Relations and the Murray State University Alumni Association can't wait to welcome you back to campus for Homecoming 2026! 

From the parade to Tent City and special reunions to Racer Football, we are working in collaboration with Student Affairs, Racer Athletics and others to bring you the best weekend of the year! Note Saturday's new times for 2026 - Tent City will open at Noon.

Are you hosting an event during Homecoming weekend? Please send us the information regarding your event as soon as possible for inclusion on the Homecoming website and in social media Homecoming promotion. Please submit your event online using the MSUAA's 2026 MSU Homecoming Event Form. With questions, reach out to Elizabeth Davis at edavis42@murraystate.edu.

For more University Events, check out the Murray State Events Calendar.

Featured Events

Thursday

Enjoy drinks and dinner at A Taste of the Arts

A Taste of the Arts

Support scholarships for students studying music, theatre, and art with a night you won't forget featuring student performances, dinner, and a live auction.

Register and RSVP

Saturday

Racer Band drum line

Homecoming Parade

Line up along Main Street to watch the annual Homecoming Parade. The Parade will begin at 9:30 a.m.

Learn more 

Saturday

Color guard member holds flag

Tent City

Listen to live music and run into old friends as you wander through the tents in Stewart Stadium.  New in 2025, kick-off for this year's Homecoming game is at 4 p.m. Therefore,  Tent City will open at 12 p.m. CT.

Saturday

wide shot of stewart stadium

Racer Football

After Tent City, watch the Homecoming game. More details coming soon!

The Homecoming King and Queen Coronation will be during the pregame ceremonies. 

2026 Football Schedule

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