Homecoming
October 17-19, 2019
Download the Homecoming Parade packet for line up instructions, registration information, and more.
Join us for Homecoming 2019, October 17-19 as we celebrate this year’s theme - Return of the Racers. Murray State alumni from all over the world are invited to return to campus for all of the Homecoming festivities including special class reunions, the Homecoming parade, Tent City and of course, the football game and crowning of the Homecoming King and Queen. Regardless of when you were a student at Murray State, this will always be your home. Go Racers!
Event Schedule (subject to change)
Click the arrow for more informationThursday, October 17, 2019
5-10 p.m.
A Taste of the Arts Dinner and Auction
Friday, October 18, 2019
9 a.m.
ATO Golf Outing Murray Country Club details at msuato.com
10 a.m.- 5p.m.
Hancock Biological Station Tours
11 a.m.
Hutson School of Agriculture: Dean's Circle Luncheon register online.
5 p.m.
Applied Health Science Gathering
5:30 p.m.
Golden Reunion
6 p.m.
Hutson School of Agriculture Alumni Picnic, register online.
6 p.m.
Racer Football Reunion
6 p.m.
Nursing Alumni Banquet
7:06 p.m.
Miss Black and Gold Scholarship Pageant & Reception
7 p.m.
Young Alumni Reunion
8 p.m.
African American Alumni Reunion Meet & Greet with Homecoming Dance
8 p.m.
Homecoming Jazz Swing Dance
8 p.m.
Alumni Meeting at ATO House followed by party
Saturday, October 19, 2019
8-9:30 a.m.
COEHS Homecoming Breakfast
8-10 a.m.
M-Club Breakfast, register online
9:30 a.m.
Homecoming Parade
10 a.m.
Race for the Homecoming Cup Brunch followed by race starting at 11 a.m.
10 a.m.
Baseball Alumni Homecoming
10: 30 a.m.
Tent City
1 p.m.
SGA annual picture
1:45 a.m.
Pre-game
2 p.m.
Football Game
7 p.m.
NPHC Alumni Reception in the small ballroom of the Curris Center
8 p.m.
NPHC Yard Show, doors open at 7:30 p.m. in the large Ballroom of the Curris Center
9 p.m.
Alpha Phi Alpha 50th Anniversary Alumni Bash (with Live DJ) more details on their
website
Reunions
Alpha Phi Alpha Reunion 50th Anniversary
Alpha Sigma Phi
Alpha Tau Omega
Football Alumni Reunion
Make plans to join former teammates for Racer Homecoming this fall, Oct. 18-19! Celebrate
the best of Racer football experiences during Homecoming 2019. Relive the thrilling
wins, last second victories and so much more by gathering with Racers from all years!
Special recognition this year for the 1979 Championship team! For more information
about the reunion and plans call Brock Rydecki at 270-809-3369. Check out the attendees list here.Golden Reunion
Calling all graduates of the Class of ’69! Do you ever think about your college roommate,
or the person who sat by you in class? What about a sister you shared a bond with
or a brother who guided you along the first year? Reunions are a special time for
renewing friendships and making more memories. We have some special events planned
for you on Friday, October 18 and Saturday, October 19 including a campus tour, anniversary
dinner, reserved seating at the Homecoming parade and of course, the big game on Saturday
afternoon! Please call 1-800-758-8510 for more information or check out the reunion website. Check out the attendee list here.
Sigma Phi Epsilon
SGA President's Reunion
Baseball Alumni Reunion
Started in the 1970s by Hall of Fame Head Coach Johnny Reagan, the Baseball Alumni
gathering has been one of the most consistent groups to return to campus for Homecoming
each year. The reunion combines players from all eras and includes a small gathering
Friday night to watch the current team’s inter squad scrimmage, Batting Practice on
Saturday at 10:00 am followed by an alumni luncheon. For more information, contact
the Murray State athletics office at 270-809-6800.
The Big Day
Parade
Saturday morning, October 19 beginning at 9:30 a.m., handcrafted floats line up around
the Murray square and student organizations parade along Main Street to Murray State’s
campus, greeting and passing out candy and party favors to the other students and
residents crowding the street. Special participants of interest include Racer One,
marching bands (especially Racer Band) and political candidates. This year, we’re
honored to welcome Murray State University graduates, Melvin and Vanna Ferguson, who
will serve as parade grand marshals.
Download the Homecoming Parade packet for line up instructions, registration information, and more.
Tent City
Every homecoming football game needs a good round of tailgating before kickoff, but
Murray State has its own approach to meeting and greeting. Held annually since 1989,
Tent City houses nearly many tents set up on the east side of the track at Roy Stewart
Stadium. The tents represent a multitude of Murray State groups, from Greek organizations
and student clubs to academic departments and residential colleges. The organizations
use Tent City as a chance to mingle with alumni and raise funds for their semester
activities, while also providing entertainment for homecoming spectators. Be sure
to stop by the Murray State Alumni Association during Tent City for fun games, activities,
special appearances by Murray State celebrities and more surprises! View the 2019 Tent City map.
Royalty
One of the many highlights of Homecoming weekend is the announcement of the homecoming
court. The coronation of Homecoming King and Queen will take place Saturday afternoon,
Oct. 19 at Roy Stewart Stadium before kickoff at 2 p.m. against Eastern Kentucky University.
Football Game
Join Racer Nation on Saturday afternoon to cheer Murray State on to victory against
Eastern Kentucky University! Kick-off at Roy Stewart Stadium is set for 2 p.m.