Thousands of alumni from across the U.S. will converge upon the Capital City next week to join Florida A&M University (FAMU) students, faculty and staff in celebrating the University’s annual Homecoming Week celebration.
Scheduled for October 8-October 15, this year’s Homecoming theme is “A FAMUly Reunion: Celebrating 130 Years of Excellence,” honoring the University’s 130th anniversary since its founding on October 3, 1887.
“Homecoming is such an exciting time because it allows Rattlers from far and near to unite to celebrate the unrivaled experiences that Florida A&M University has provided,” said Homecoming Committee Chair Carmen Cummings-Martin. “Homecoming also allows us to share the great things that are happening on our campus every day with our community, friends and supporters.”
The Homecoming Week schedule includes the annual Homecoming Convocation featuring FAMU alumnus and stage, television, and film actor Montrel Miller; the President’s Homecoming Gala featuring alumna and actress T’Keyah Crystal Keymáh and Tallahassee Nights Live; and the Homecoming game versus North Carolina A&T.
“This is an exciting time for FAMU,” said Interim President Larry Robinson, Ph.D. “We have another opportunity to welcome back our alumni and pay homage to FAMU’s legacy of providing affordable educational pathways that have a positive impact on the economic reality of countless families and communities. We also look forward to coming together to show our students that we support them and are committed to their success.”
Fans and community members will also enjoy the annual Homecoming Parade featuring the world-renowned Marching “100” and statewide organizations and schools.
Events include:
Sunday
• The Coronation Ball for Mr. & Miss FAMU
Sunday, Oct. 8, 6-11 p.m., Lee Hall Auditorium
*Free and open to the public
Monday
• The Housing Step Show
Monday, Oct. 9, 7-10 p.m., Al Lawson Center and Gymnasium
*Free and open to the public
Tuesday
• Community Health Fair
Tuesday, Oct. 10, 9:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., Tookes Recreation Center
*Free and open to the public
• Art Talks, African Art and Visual Arts Collection Exhibition
Tuesday, Oct. 10, 6-8 p.m., Foster-Tanner Fine Arts Gallery
*Free and open to the public
• Freestyle Funny Comedy Show Featuring Comedian Kountry Wayne and the Plastic Cup Boys
Tuesday, Oct. 10, 7-9 p.m., Al Lawson Center and Gymnasium
*No cost for FAMU students. Tickets available at ticket master/FAMU Box Office for non-FAMU students.
Wednesday
• Taste of a Rattler and BET Lounge
Wednesday, Oct. 11, 12 – 4 p.m., Gaither Gymnasium Parking Lot
*Free and open to the public
• Homecoming Concert featuring 2 Chainz and 21 Savage
Wednesday, Oct. 11, 7-10 p.m., Al Lawson Center and Gymnasium
*Tickets available at Ticketmaster/ FAMU Box Office
Thursday
• Rip the Runway Fashion Show
Thursday, 7:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m., Tookes Recreation Center
*Free and open to the public
• National Pan-Hellenic Council Greek Step Show
Thursday, Oct. 12, 6-9 p.m., Al Lawson Center and Gymnasium
*Tickets available at Ticketmaster/FAMU Box Office
• Student Government Association (SGA) Block Party
Thursday, Oct. 12, 9:30 p.m. -12 a.m., Greenspace area of Gaither Gym
*Free and open to the public
Friday
• Homecoming Convocation with Speaker, Alumnus and Actor Montrel Miller
Friday, Oct. 13, 10:10 a.m.-12:10 p.m., Al Lawson Center and Gymnasium
*Free and open to the public
• National Alumni Association Tailgate
Friday, Oct. 13, 12-2 p.m., Al Lawson Center and Gymnasium
*Free and open to the public
• Young Alumni Giving Brunch (Fundraiser for Scholarships)
Friday, Oct. 13, 12-3 p.m., Grand Ballroom
*Tickets available at https://my.famu.edu/event/yagbrunch
• Marching “100” Band Showcase
Friday, Oct. 13, 3-5 p.m., Gaither Gymnasium
*Free and open to the public
• President’s Gala: FAMU Nights Masquerade (Fundraiser for Scholarships)
Featuring T’Keyah Crystal Keymáh and Tallahassee Nights Live
Friday, Oct. 13, 6:30 -10 p.m., Al Lawson Center and Gymnasium
Saturday
• Homecoming Parade
Saturday, Oct.14, 8:30-11 a.m., Campus Route (See attached map)
*Free and open to the public
• Strike Zone Tailgate
Saturday, Oct. 14, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m., Football Practice Field
*Free and open to the public
• Football Game: FAMU vs. North Carolina A&T
Saturday, Oct.14, 3-7 p.m., Bragg Memorial Stadium
*Tickets available at Ticketmaster/ FAMU Box Office
• Post-Game Tailgate
Saturday, Oct.14, 8-10 p.m., Howard Hall
*Free and open to the public
• Gospel Concert featuring the FAMU Gospel Choir
Saturday, Oct. 14, 7-11 p.m., Lee Hall Auditorium
*Free and open to the public
*** Colleges and Schools will host alumni fests and reunions throughout campus Oct. 11-13. Additional details are available at HomecomingOnTheHill.com
HOMECOMING PARADE MAP
