By Texas Southern University Homecoming 2026: Come Home for the Game, the Yard and the Celebration
Tigers, alumni, students, faculty, staff, families and friends are invited to come home for Texas Southern University Homecoming 2026, October 18–24.
Homecoming is a time to reconnect with the people, traditions and experiences that make Texas Southern University special. This year’s theme is Mission 99: The Final Ascent to 100, a recognition of this Homecoming being the last of the University’s first century as we prepare to exit the Road to 100 and celebrate our Centennial in 2027.
The week culminates Saturday, October 24, when the Texas Southern University Tigers take on Southern University at 2 p.m. at Reliant Stadium.
The Game Experience
Texas Southern University vs. Southern University
Saturday, October 24, 2026 | 2 p.m.
Reliant Stadium | Houston
The Homecoming game is the centerpiece of the celebration, bringing two HBCU football programs together for the 19th meeting between the Tigers and Southern University.
Texas Southern University won the most recent meeting, defeating Southern 35–30 in 2025.
The game will also feature the pageantry and tradition of HBCU football, with performances by Texas Southern University’s Ocean of Soul Marching Band and Southern University’s Human Jukebox.
Get Your Tickets
Whether you’re a Tiger coming home, a current student, a graduate, a family member or a first-time visitor, make plans to be at Reliant Stadium on October 24.
The Yard Experience
Homecoming extends beyond game day, with activities and events throughout the week designed to bring the Texas Southern University community together.
From the Homecoming Parade and campus traditions to alumni events, student activities, Yard Fest and the Ultimate Tailgate Experience, there will be opportunities throughout the week to reconnect, celebrate and show your Tiger pride.
The official Homecoming website will provide the latest information about events, the parade, tailgating, vendors, alumni activities and other Homecoming opportunities.
Visit the Official Homecoming Website
Homecoming Week
Sunday, October 18
Worship on the Avenue
7 a.m. | Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church
Monday, October 19
Maroon Monday
On Campus | All Day
Faculty, staff, students and supporters are encouraged to wear maroon.
Tuesday, October 20
True to Gray Day
On Campus | All Day
Faculty, staff, students and supporters are encouraged to wear gray.
Wednesday, October 21
Royal Court Coronation
7 p.m. | H&PE Arena
Thursday, October 22
Alumni Block Party
7–11 p.m. | Recreation Center
Hosted by the Office of Alumni Engagement & Annual Fund.
Greek Life Step Show
7 p.m. | H&PE Arena
Friday, October 23
TSUNAA General Body Meeting
10:30 a.m.–12 p.m. | COE Auditorium
Yard Fest & Concert
12–7 p.m. | Sawyer Plaza
Alumni Class Reunion
1 p.m. | Learning Library Center
The Office of Alumni Engagement celebrates graduates from classes ending in 1 and 6.
Alumni 1927 Giving Society Recognition
3 p.m. | Learning Library Center
Best Dressed in Tiger Spirit
On Campus | All Day
Saturday, October 24 — Homecoming Day
Homecoming Parade
8:30 a.m.
Begins at Cleburne and Tierwester and concludes at Wheeler and Ennis.
The Ultimate Tailgate Experience on the Yard
10 a.m.
Texas Southern University vs. Southern University
2 p.m. | Reliant Stadium | Houston
Campus Clean-Out at 9:00 p.m.: All people, tents, vehicles, equipment, merchandise, trash and other personal or event-related property must be removed from campus by 9:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 24. Attendees are asked to plan accordingly and follow the directions of University personnel and security.
Homecoming Safety
The University encourages everyone to celebrate responsibly and help make Homecoming safe and enjoyable for all. Attendees are expected to follow University policies and the directions of University Police, security and University personnel. Unsafe or prohibited behavior may result in removal from campus and/or referral to law enforcement.
Complimentary transportation is available to and from Reliant Stadium. Shuttle service will be provided from campus to the METRO rail stop at Main and Fannin, along with commemorative Mission 99 METRO passes. Bus transportation will also be available for alumni from campus to Reliant.
Come Home
Homecoming 2026 is more than a week of events. It is an opportunity to reconnect with Texas Southern University, celebrate 99 years of achievement and join the University on its Road to 100.
Come home. Come to the game. Come to the yard. Come celebrate.
For the complete Homecoming schedule, ticket information, tailgating information, parade details, vendor opportunities and updates, visit: tsu.edu/homecoming
For general Homecoming questions, contact homecoming@tsu.edu.
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