8:30 a.m. – Visual Arts Show
View art from Holmes’ Visual Arts Students in McMorrough Library. The library closes at kick-off.
McMorrough Library: 14 on map
9 a.m. – Baseball & Softball Highlight
Watch as our teams hold practices. Alumni and families are encouraged to attend.
Baseball & Softball Fields: 35 & 37 on map
9 a.m. – Career & Transfer Fair
Grow with us and explore your future! Our career and college transfer fair is for all Holmes students in the Grove, hosted by Academic Programs and Career Technical Education.
In the grove under the white tent: PURPLE on the map
9:15 a.m. – Women's Basketball Open Practice
The Lady Bulldogs kick off their season with an open practice. All are invited to visit the newly renovated Frank Branch Coliseum for a glimpse of what you’ll see this season.
In Frank Branch Coliseum: 5 on the map
10 a.m. – Major’s Truck Expo
Come to the Chapel parking lot to check out the big trucks that Holmes’ Workforce Development programs use for training.
In chapel parking lot: BLUE on the map
10 a.m. – Honoree Recognition
We will honor recipients of the Alumnus of the Year, the Distinguished Service Award, Young Alumnus of the Year, and Veteran of the Year in McDaniel Auditorium.
In McDaniel Auditorium: 15 on the map
10:20 – a.m. Coachmen & Connection! Perform
Join us in McDaniel Auditorium to watch the Coachmen & Holmes Connection! – an energetic pop ensemble that loves entertaining on stage.
In McDaniel Auditorium: 15 on the map
11 a.m. – Fun and Games in the grove
Fun activities for all ages! Let the kids play in inflatables and more.
In the grove: BROWN on the map
11 a.m. – Lunch
Get your fill at Carroll Cafeteria, the Lorance Student Center, or one of the food trucks in front of McDaniel Hall.
Carrol Cafeteria: 18 on the map
Lorance Student Center: 26 on the map
Food Trucks in front of McDaniel Hall: Yellow on the map
Noon – Basketball Alumni Game
Frank Branch Coliseum livens up as former basketball players put on a show during an alumni game.
In Frank Branch Coliseum: 5 on the map
12:15 p.m. – Concert Chorale Performance
The Chorale performs music from all periods and styles.
In the Chapel on the Hill: 25 on the map
1 p.m. – Tailgating Experience
Set up a tent near the practice field! Gather your class, department, or Alumni group and tailgate with us. Feel free to unload your items until 1 p.m. then loading station will be closed.
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At the football practice field: Pink on the main map
1:00 p.m. – Feature Act on the main Stage
The music kicks off on the main stage. You’ll be dancing in your tailgating tent before you know it.
At the football practice field: Pink on the map
1:45 p.m. – Annual Alumni meeting
If you are an alumnus, we would love for you to join us at the Tailgate area in the Alumni Tent.
At the football practice field: Pink on the map
2 p.m. – Pep Rally at Tailgate Area
Get fired up with the cheerleaders and band on the practice field as we prepare for the big game.
At the football practice field: Pink on the map
2:25 p.m. – Band Enters Stadium
Ras Branch Field: 22 on the map
2:30 – Homecoming Court
Presentation of Homecoming Court and the crowning of the 2025 Homecoming Queen.
Ras Branch Field: 22 on the map
2:45 p.m. – Honorees Recognized
2025’s Honorees will be recognized on the football field.
Ras Branch Field: 22 on the map
2:55 p.m. – National Anthem
Performed by the HCC Chorale.
Ras Branch Field: 22 on the map
3 p.m. – Kick-Off!
It’s time to cheer the Bulldogs to victory against Mississippi Delta Community College!
Ras Branch Field: 22 on the map