Jaguarpalooza kicks off with the 5th Annual Jaguar 5K on Sunday, Oct. 27.

Registration for the 5K begins at 8 a.m., and the race starts at 9 a.m. After the race, there will be a party with food trucks, a DJ, prizes, swag, and more.

Opening night of homecoming includes a student and alumni talent show in Sherman Hall at 8 p.m. A talent show performer meet-and-greet in the E Lounge will follow.

Other events on the calendar include:

Monday, Oct. 28

• Toss, Tune & Two-Step! – Hall of Governors at 12 p.m.
  • Cornhole, line dancing, and karaoke.

• The College of Education and Human Development Homecoming Reception – Engbretson Hall 6 p.m.
  • CEHD will host alumni, community members, faculty, staff, and students at the third annual Homecoming reception and dinner. RSVP

• Skate Palooza – Hall of Governors 7 p.m.
  • Roller skating.

Tuesday, Oct. 29

• First-gen VIP Lounge – Engbretson Hall 12:30 p.m.
  • Festival gear and mindfulness activities.

• Cricket Tournament – Prairie Place Field 1 p.m.
  • The GovState international cricket tourney is back.

• Pumpkin Mash – Hall of Governors 2:30 p.m.
  • Pumpkin painting and Kaleidoscope food drive.

• Homecoming Bonfire – Hall of Governors Patio 8 p.m.
  • Nothing says homecoming like a bonfire.

Wednesday, Oct. 30

• Junior Jaguar Parade – Hall of Governors 10 a.m.
  • The youngest students at GovState show their school spirit!

• Family Fun Fair – Hall of Governors 3:30 p.m.
  • Fun for all ages.

• Greek Life Resource Fair – E Lounge 6 p.m.
  • Meet GovState fraternity and sorority members.

• Greek Stroll Off – E Lounge 7 p.m.
  • Learn more about Greek life on campus.

Thursday, Oct. 31

•  Homecoming Pep Rally – GovState Gym 1 p.m.
  •  Maximize your school spirit!

Friday, Nov. 1

• Mini Midday Mosh – Hall of Governors 9:45 a.m.
  • A glow-in-the-dark dance party for Junior Jaguars.

• Day of the Dead Altar – Latinx Resource Center C2340 11 a.m.
  • Día de los Muertos event.

• Winter Classic Tournament GovState Gym 5 p.m. & 7 p.m.
  • Cheer on the Jaguars Basketball team as they compete in a tournament.
• Rewriting the Declaration – Sherman Hall 7:30 p.m.
  • This performance considers the past and imagines a more inclusive future.

• Homecoming 2000’s Party – E Lounge 10 p.m.
  • A party like last decade.

Saturday, Nov 2

• Tailgate Day Party – B Wing Patio 12 p.m.
  • The festivities conclude with another party.

• Men’s Basketball Game – GovState Gym 1 p.m. & 3 p.m.
  • Support our student-athletes.

• Women’s Basketball Game – GovState Gym 5:30 p.m.
  • Support our student-athletes.

• Distinguished Alumni Reception – Hall of Governors 5 p.m.
  • GovState alumni will gather for a final networking event.

 Find out more about GovState’s homecoming events on the university website.