Homecoming 2026
Dancing with the Stars
Homecoming 2026
October 19-24
Your Homecoming. Your Moment. Your Spotlight.
What’s your Homecoming role? ⭐
🎤 TAKE THE STAGE
Perform. Compete. Show off your talent.
🎉 JOIN THE CROWD
Come to the events, bring your friends, and make some memories.
📸 MAKE YOUR MARK
Take the photo. Wear the gear. Be part of the week.
🦁 REPRESENT THE PRIDE
Students, student organizations, residence halls, departments, alumni, families, and supporters all have a place in the celebration.
Homecoming Schedule
The Homecoming premiere! Kick off Homecoming with the official pep rally, music, Lion pride, and your first chance to get in on the action.
Featured Moments
🦁 Homecoming Pep Rally
🌱 Put Down Roots: Adopt-a-Plant
Throughout the day, we’ll recognize and celebrate our transfer Lions and the unique journeys that brought them to Lindenwood, then keep the celebration going into the evening with a special screening of Michael (2026).
Featured Moments
💛 Transfer Appreciation Day
🎬 Movie Night: Michael (2026)
Grab your people. Bring your knowledge. Leave with bragging rights and prizes!
THE BIGGEST NIGHT OF HOMECOMING! Get ready for a night of music, big performances, unforgettable moments, and serious star power as Lindenwood takes over the stage for Homecoming Lip Sync. Grab your student organization, group of friends, roommates, teammates, or crew and bring your best performance to the spotlight.
The stars come out! Friday night is for hanging out, singing badly, singing loudly, and making memories.
🔥 Bonfire
🎤 Karaoke
🎶 Music
🍕 Food
Come for the bonfire. Stay for the karaoke. Leave with a story.
Homecoming reaches its finale on Saturday with a full day of Lion pride, connection, and celebration!
Start at the tailgate, where you can enjoy food, games, music, and the inaugural Tailgate Decorating Contest as fellow Lions transform their spaces and show off their creativity. Then, bring your Lion pride to Hunter Stadium to cheer on Lindenwood as the Lions take on Chicago State Cougars. After the final whistle, keep the celebration going with Family and Supporter Playlist Bingo, where a live musician host will take you on a musical trip through the decades.
Whether you’re here to tailgate, compete, cheer from the stands, sing along, or simply enjoy the Homecoming atmosphere, Saturday is your chance to show up, show out, and make the finale one to remember.
🔥 Tailgate
🏆 Tailgate Decorating Contest
🏈 Football
🎶 Family and Supporter Playlist Bingo
Looking for More Details?
For student events, including event times, locations, registration information, and participation details, visit Mane Connection. This is where students can find the most up-to-date information about student-focused Homecoming events and activities.