MSU to show ‘There’s No Place Like State’ during Homecoming festivities
Contact: Brock Turnipseed
STARKVILLE, Miss.—For Bulldogs near and far, there’s no place like home and “There’s No Place Like State.” Mississippi State will celebrate Homecoming 2026 Nov. 1-8 with a week of traditions and festivities, all for the Bulldog family to enjoy.
The weeklong celebration leads to a fun-filled Saturday, Nov. 7, at Davis Wade Stadium as MSU takes on Vanderbilt University. Kickoff is set for 3:15 p.m.
Homecoming events include:
—Sunday [Nov.1], 1-3 p.m., Chapel Service, MSU Chapel of Memories. Open Homecoming week opens with remarks from Queen Annie Long, a senior majoring in interdisciplinary studies from Nesbit; King JJ Latham, a social work senior from Madison; Mr. MSU Jacob Moore, an accounting senior from New Albany; Miss MSU Madelyn Berry, an aerospace engineering senior concentrating in aeronautics from Brandon; and Vice President for Student Affairs Regina Hyatt.
—Monday [Nov. 2], 8 a.m., Breakfast with Royalty, Holmes Plaza. The Homecoming Court invites students for free chicken biscuits and donuts while supplies last.
—Monday [Nov. 2], 8 p.m., The Brook & The Bluff’s Werewolf Tour Concert, Rick’s Café. Music Maker Productions presents the Nashville-based band with supporting act Bella and The Donnas. Doors open at 7 p.m., and the show begins at 8 p.m. Tickets are $10 for students and $15 for non-students, available at msstate.universitytickets.com.
—Tuesday [Nov. 3], 11 a.m.-2 p.m., State of Flight, The Junction. Students can zipline and pick up a Homecoming T-shirt designed by Jared Smalley and Leila Alvarado, both marketing juniors from Olive Branch, while supplies last.
—Tuesday [Nov. 3], 7 p.m., Homecoming After Dark, Sanderson Center Pickleball Courts. Play glow-in-the-dark pickleball and glow golf, complete with a DJ and glow supplies.
—Wednesday [Nov. 4], 6:30 p.m., The Drill, Drill Field. Enjoy hamburgers, hotdogs, cotton candy and a dirty soda bar, and watch a free showing of Wicked.
—Wednesday [Nov. 4], noon-4 p.m. Judging for spirit competitions, door decorations, banners, and house and lawn displays. Winners will be announced at the Homecoming game.
—Thursday [Nov 5], 11 a.m.-2 p.m., Homecoming Palooza, George Perry Street. Get into the Homecoming spirit and build a Bulldog plushie, create a custom airbrush hat, and enjoy free MSU ice cream served by the Homecoming Court. Stop by the photo booth to capture memories with friends and celebrate what makes being part of the Bulldog Family so special.
—Friday [Nov. 6], 5:30 p.m., True Maroon Trek. Run or walk through campus, visit familiar MSU landmarks and complete activities inspired by Bulldog traditions along the way. The trek begins at the Hunter Henry Center and finishes at the Duff Center, where participants can enjoy free MSU ice cream while supplies last. Registration is free.
—Friday [Nov. 6], 7 p.m., NPHC Homecoming Step Show, Newell-Grissom Building. Chapters of the National Pan-Hellenic Council continue their tradition of rhythmic routines during the annual show. Tickets can be purchased starting at $20.
—Friday [Nov. 6], 7 p.m., Farm Bureau Diamond Dawg Classic powered by State 1878, Dudy Noble Field, Polk-DeMent Stadium. Purchase tickets to watch some of the greatest players who have worn Maroon and White return to the diamond. Bulldog baseball legends Will Clark and Rafael Palmeiro serve as general managers of their respective teams, with Mitch Moreland leading Team Thunder and Jonathan Papelbon managing Team Lightning.
—Saturday [Nov. 7], 3:15 p.m., Homecoming Football Game, MSU vs. Vanderbilt University, Davis Wade Stadium.
Mississippi State University is taking care of what matters.