Homecoming 2026: Forever Bulldogs

Forever Bulldogs: Homecoming ’26 – October 26–31

Homecoming is one of the best weeks of the year to be a Bulldog. From Bulldog Madness to the Saturday doubleheader in the Fred DeLay Gym, this week brings students, alumni, faculty, staff, and friends together to celebrate the Union University community. Come cheer on our teams, serve alongside one another in the community, and compete for the Homecoming Cup. Whether you’re a first-year student or a graduate coming home, there’s a place for you here. Once a Bulldog, forever a Bulldog.

Events marked with an asterisk (*) award Homecoming Cup points, so bring your group and show up strong.

Monday, October 26

Bulldog Madness* | 7 p.m. | Fred DeLay Gymnasium

Tuesday, October 27

Campus & Community Day* | 8 a.m.–1 p.m. | Meet at the Tornado Memorial between the quads
University Singers Concert* | 7 p.m. | First Baptist Church, Jackson
Jaxx Ultimate Frisbee vs. Vanderbilt University* | 7 p.m. | Soccer Complex

Wednesday, October 28

No events

Thursday, October 29

Bulldog Olympics* | 4–6 p.m. | Great Lawn | Hosted by SGA
Hullabaloo | 7 p.m. | Barefoots Coffee + Venue | Hosted by the Student Activities Council

Friday, October 30

Homecoming Tailgate* | 6–7 p.m. | Intramural Field
Women’s Flag Football Intramural Championship* | 6:30 p.m. | Intramural Field
Men’s Flag Football Intramural Championship* | 7:30 p.m. | Intramural Field

Saturday, October 31

Women’s Basketball vs. LaGrange College | 2 p.m. | Fred DeLay Gym
Homecoming Court presentation at halftime
Men’s Basketball vs. Belhaven University | 4 p.m. | Fred DeLay Gym
Homecoming Cup presentation at halftime

*Homecoming Cup points are awarded at events marked with an asterisk.