Sept. 28, 2022
Contact: Uriah Orland, 573-882-6212, uriah.orland@missouri.edu
As Mizzou celebrates its 111th Homecoming on Saturday, Oct. 22, the community is invited to participate in several traditional events. Media are welcome to attend. A full list of Homecoming events can be found here.
Tiger Food Drive
Friday, Sept. 30, Reynolds Alumni Center (circle drive) – Each fall, the Mizzou community makes a significant contribution to the Food Bank for Central and Northeast Missouri, which benefits Tiger Pantry on campus. Accepted items: peanut butter, canned meats, canned beans, canned chili, canned vegetables, canned fruit, canned soups and canned ravioli. Prohibited items: Ramen Noodles, perishable food items, any items not previously specified. Not in Columbia? Honor this tradition by making a financial donation to support the MU community through Tiger Pantry.
Homecoming Day of Service
Saturday, Oct. 8, 2022, various locations in Columbia – Join hundreds of local Tigers in giving back to the community through service hours and volunteer work. Find a community opportunity here.
Homecoming blood drive
Monday, Oct. 10 to Thursday, Oct. 13, Hearnes Center – Mizzou's four-day Homecoming blood drive is one of the largest student-run blood drives in the country. Honor this Homecoming tradition by donating through any blood center or blood drive in your local area.
Dome lighting ceremony
Sunday, Oct. 16, 7 p.m., Traditions Plaza – We're Painting the Town Gold… and starting with Jesse Hall! Join us as we light the dome to celebrate the start of Homecoming Week.
Homecoming Talent Competition
Monday, Oct. 17, to Wednesday, Oct. 19, 6:30 p.m., Jesse Auditorium – Students will spend three nights entertaining audiences through skit, song and dance. Doors open at 6 p.m.
Campus decorations
Friday, Oct. 21, 6:30 – 9 p.m., Greek Town, between Rollins Street and Kentucky Boulevard near campus – Don't miss this year's Campus Decorations displays and skits! Food will be available for purchase from local food trucks.
Homecoming Spirit Rally
Friday, Oct. 21, 8:30 p.m., Traditions Plaza – Stop by Traditions Plaza as Marching Mizzou and the Golden Girls help us get excited for the Homecoming football game!
Homecoming parade
Saturday, Oct. 22, TBD based on kickoff, MU campus and downtown Columbia – Strike up the band, alert the mule team and put on your best black and gold as we celebrate all we love about Mizzou!
Football game
Saturday, Oct. 22, TBD, Memorial Stadium – Cheer on the Tigers as they take on the Vanderbilt Commodores.
