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APSU Homecoming

A week of tradition, competition, and Govs pride — welcome home, Governors.

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Welcome Home

What is APSU Homecoming

Every fall, campus comes alive for Homecoming Week. Student organizations compete for the coveted Homecoming Red Bowl, the campus gathers for the Bonfire, and Governors past and present line the streets for the Homecoming Parade before cheering on the football team.

From the Bonfire that kicks off the week to the parade and game that close it out, Homecoming is where APSU's history, traditions, and community come together. Whether you are a student ready to compete, an alum coming home, or a member of the Clarksville community, there is a place for you in the celebration.

Gov mascot celebrating at the Homecoming Bonfire.

Featured Events

September 28, 2026
Chearleaders at the Homecoming Bonfire. The bonfire is in the background behind the cheerleaders reaching high into the sky.

Bonfire

6:00 P.M.

Dunn Bowl

View the Homecoming Calendar

Explore Homecoming

Monocles and Memories Homecoming 2026 logo.

Schedule of Events

Browse the full calendar of Homecoming Week events.
Homecoming King and Queen posing for a picture at the football game.

Homecoming Court

Meet this year's candidates, vote, and see coronation details.
Color Guard marching in the Homecoming Parade.

Homecoming Parade

Route, map, viewing spots, and how to enter a float.
Students taking a group selfie at the Bonfire.

Traditions

The Red Bowl, bonfire, theme, and the history behind them.
Team practicing their routine for the Smash! Bang! Fight Song Competition.

Get Involved

Compete, build a float, run for court, or volunteer.
Student collecting their APSU Swag at the the Bonfire.

FAQ

Parking, tickets, accessibility, weather, and contacts.

Homecoming Memories

  • Cheerleaders in red jumpsuits performing a routine in front of a giant bonfire.

    Homecoming Bonfire

  • Student singing on stage for Govs Got Talent.

    Govs Got Talent

  • Students in back tracksuite and white blank face mask holding canes and peforming on stage during the step show.

    NPHC Step Show

  • Homecoming Court riding in vehicles during the parade and waving to the crowd.

    Homecoming Parade

  • Perscussion band member playing the xylophone during the halftime show.

    APSU Band

  • Fans in the stands holding up signs that say Lets Go Peay and Stunning PEAY formance, as they cheer on the football team.

    APSU Fans

  • APSU Cheerleaders run onto the field before the game.

    APSU Cheer

  • APSU Football players running onto the field before the game.

    APSU Football

logo showing the Austing Peay AP next to the number 100

Share Your APSU Story

100 years of Governors, one story at a time. Add yours to the 100-year celebration.

Share Your Story
Gov up logo showing the Gov Head graphic inside of a map drop marker.

Get Your APSU Apparel

Gear up in red and white. Find local vendors stocking official Govs apparel.

View the Vendor Directory
Two people posing for a picture at the Homecoming Tailgate party.

Come Home, Governor

Reconnect with classmates at reunions, alumni socials, and game-day gatherings. Find events, travel tips, and everything you need to plan your trip back to Clarksville.

Plan Your Alumni Visit
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