January 31, 2025 - February 1, 2025
Get Ready for the Ultimate Homecoming Celebration 2025 at Columbia College – There’s No Place Like Home!
We’re thrilled to invite all students, faculty, staff, alumni, parents, families, and friends to join us for Columbia College Homecoming 2025! Mark your calendars now for this exciting event, happening January 31 – February 1.
Spirit Week Fun
Students will kick off the celebration with Spirit Week, featuring:
- Pajama Day Monday
- Twin Tuesday
- Wild Wednesday
- Throwback Thursday
- Purple Friday
The week culminates in a thrilling faculty-staff basketball game, a fun home softball game, and plenty of delicious options from food trucks!
Saturday Tailgate and Games
On Saturday, the excitement continues with tailgating before we cheer on the Koalas!
- RSVP to secure your premium parking and tailgate spot right outside Godbold Center for just $5.
- Bring your tailgate essentials—tables, chairs, tents, and pre-packaged or prepared food and non-alcoholic beverages. Please note: open flames, grilling, and on-site food prep are not allowed. We also kindly request that alcohol, smoking, and vaping be avoided.
- Lunch will be served in the Student Union Dining Hall for $15 per ticket (students eat free!). Feel free to enjoy your meal at your tailgate spot.
Parking Options
- Premium tailgate parking at Godbold Center is available for $5.
- Free parking is available in Visitor Lots A and B (at the corner of Columbia College Dr. and Colonial Blvd). Please note that tailgating is not permitted in visitor lots.
Basketball Games and Homecoming Royalty
The tailgate sets the stage for our women’s and men’s basketball games, where we’ll also crown our Homecoming Royalty! Tickets for the games will be available on a first-come, first-served basis at the gym before each game.
Show Your Spirit
Whether you're cheering on the Koalas, enjoying great food, or making memories with current and former students, there’s something for everyone at Homecoming! Don’t forget to wear your brightest purple attire to show your school spirit and create the energy that makes Homecoming one of the most cherished events of the year.
We can’t wait to see you at Homecoming 2025!