Alcorn State University will celebrate its 2025 Homecoming with a week of Mardi Gras-themed events, culminating in the football game on Saturday, Oct. 11, 2025, at Jack Spinks-Marino Casem Stadium.
The campus will be alive with activities for students, alumni, and fans throughout the week of Oct. 6-11, 2025. The main event on Saturday begins with the annual parade at 9 a.m., followed by the Alcorn State Braves taking on Lincoln University at 2 p.m. in the stadium.
“We are excited to welcome our students, alumni, and fans back to campus for an unforgettable homecoming week,” said Kelunda Robinson-Thomas, assistant director of student engagement. “Our Mardi Gras theme, ‘Laissez les bons temps rouler,’ is a call for everyone to embrace the spirit of celebration and join us in honoring Alcorn’s rich traditions and heritage. We look forward to seeing the purple, green, and gold spirit on full display throughout the week and on game day.”
Key events earlier in the week include the National Pan-Hellenic Council Step Show on Wednesday, Oct. 8, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the E.E. Simmons Gymnasium and the coronation of Mister and Miss Alcorn State University on Thursday, Oct. 9, at 7 p.m. at the Davey L. Whitney HPER Complex.
The homecoming parade will begin at 9 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 11. Participants must enter campus via the back gate on Highway 552 by 7 a.m. Tailgating is permitted in designated areas for those with a valid pass, with set-up beginning at noon on Friday.
For the convenience of all visitors, Alcorn State University has transitioned to cashless operations for all home game days. Purchases for parking, tickets, and concessions will require a debit/credit card or electronic tap. Game tickets can be purchased in advance online at alcornsports.myimpacttickets.com, with ticket booths opening at 7 a.m.
Visitors are reminded that the institution’s clear-bag policy will be enforced inside Jack Spinks-Marino Casem Stadium. Prohibited items include outside food, drinks, umbrellas, and firearms. The campus is a tobacco-free environment, and re-entry to the stadium is not permitted.
For more information, those needing disability accommodations for stadium seating can contact the Athletic Ticket Office at 601-877-6822. For general inquiries, call 601-877-6818 or 601-877-6823.
