HOMECOMING 2026
October 23-25, 2026
No matter when you last set foot on campus, we're calling all Panthers home. Wear your red and black with pride and join us for Homecoming 2026, October 23-25, as we honor our shared memories and the LaGrange College community we all love.
Class years ending in 1 or 6: this is your reunion year! Want to help plan your class celebration? Contact us at alumni@lagrange.edu to join your reunion committee.
Friday, October 23rd
42nd Tom Duckett Memorial Golf Classic:
Remembering Tom Duckett and contributing to the scholarship named in his honor at LaGrange College! A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the LaGrange College Sports Management Club.
8 a.m. The Fields Golf Club, sponsored by the LaGrange College Sports Management Club
Chick Fil A breakfast will be provided at 7:45 a.m with registration begining at 8 a.m. and a shotgun start at 9:00 a.m. The practice range will be available at this time. Awards ceremony and dinner will follow completion of play. Pre-registration and sponsorship opportunities are available. $500 per team until October 1st. After October 1st, team cost increases to $600. Registration includes green fees and range balls. A portion of the fee is tax deductible. For more information contact Dr. Clay Bolton cbolton@lagrange.edu 803-917-5138
Registration opens August 1st.
2026 Alumni Awards Luncheon hosted by Board of Trustees
Noon, Dickson Assembly Room, Turner Hall
The event will feature the presentation of:
2026 Honorary Alumni Award to Dr. Greg McClanahan and Rebecca Roth Nicks
2026 Outstanding Young Alumni Award to
2026 Shackelford Alumni Achievement Awards to
$25 per person, Limited availability, RSVP is requested. Contact 706.880.8244 or alumni@lagrange.edu
Xavier "Zeke" Mann '86 & Friends gathering
5 p.m., Panther Field/Callaway Auditorium side
Tailgating fish fry. Contact Xavier Mann '86 for more information. (678) 851-6584 or zaymann@aol.com
50th Reunion Celebration -Class of 1976 - hosted by President Susanna L. Baxter and Mark Huffman
6:00 p.m.-7:30 p.m. Lamar Dodd Art Center, 310 Panther Way
Join classmates for a dinner reception and group photo. Then, the celebration will continue at the Overlook Plaza at Wild Leap Brew Co. located in downtown LaGrange. Please respond by Tuesday, October 8 via email alumni@lagrange.edu or call Martha Pirkle, (706) 880-8245.
ABC (Association of Black Collegians) Cookout
6:00 p.m., West Side, Beason Recital Hall, 301 Panther Way - enter from back lot
The Griller Guys will begin around 3:00; festivities begin for all at 6:00 p.m. For more information contact Leon "JoJo" Johnson '74 843.331.0562 leondjohnson@gmail.com, George Baker '74 or William King '76
Flashback Friday Party at Overlook Plaza
308 Main Street, two blocks South of Lafayette Square, located beside Wild Leap Brew Co.
Overlook Plaza is an outdoor event space featuring a spacious brick-covered plaza and covered outdoor stage. 6:30-11 p.m., Live Music * Food Truck: Midnyt Burger & Nachos Mexicana * Corn Hole *
Create your own impromptu reunion during this Homecoming favorite. Complete with music, fire pits and refreshments, all you need to bring is your friends. The family-friendly event is free and will feature food trucks, games and live music by River City Horns, an R&B Soul and Contemporary band from Columbus.
*No outside beverages permitted.
Music begins at 7:30 p.m. Must present valid I.D at the gate for a 21+ wristband.
Saturday, October 18th
Brunch to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., Sigma Eta Chapter
10:00 am - 11:30 a.m., Sunny Gables Alumni House, 910 Broad Street
Group photo at 10:30 a.m. Contact Taryl Woods Anderson ’80 M ’81 taryl.anderson@gmail.com (706) 302-3647 or Cheryl Hines Ward ’82 zetaphibeta1979@gmail.com (404) 664- 4103 for more information.
ABC (Association of Black Collegians) Tailgate
Area at White Registration Tent, Callaway Auditorium parking area
The Grilling and Fish cooking will begin about 8:00 a.m. For more information contact Leon "JoJo" Johnson '74 843.331.0562 leondjohnson@gmail.com, George Baker '74 or William King '76
50th Reunion 1976 Legacy Bench Dedication
10:00 a.m. Caswell Plaza
To make a gift visit Make Your LC Memories Last
Men’s Alumni Basketball Meet and Greet
10-11:30 a.m. Mariotti Gym
Men's basketball alumni are invited to a meet-and-greet event with head Coach Kendal Wallace M’17 and the team. You'll have the chance to reconnect with former teammates and hear from Coach Wallace about his dreams for the program and meet the current players. For more information, contact kwallace@lagrange.edu or (706) 880-8328.
Red and Black Reunion Row Registration Tent
Tailgating 10 a.m. until the end of halftime of the football game White Registration Tent, Callaway Auditorium parking area
Register and pick up your nametags. (Show your nametag for a free alumni gift; supplies are limited.) Classes whose years end in 6's and 1's, along with other college friends, will gather, mingle and reminisce under a large white tent.
Enjoy a selection of food trucks and local vendors!
Xavier "Zeke" Mann '86 & Friends gathering
11 a.m., Panther Soccer Field/Callaway Auditorium side
Grilling and more! Contact Xavier Mann '86 for more information. (678) 851-6584 or zaymann@aol.com
Lamar Dodd Art Center Open House
11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m., Lamar Dodd Art Center, 310 Panther Way
Exhibits will run August 19th through the Fall Semster For information contact Lanora Yates lyates@lagrange.edu 706-880-8211
LaGrange College Panthers vs. Greensboro College
10:30 a.m. Callaway Stadium - Gates and ticket booth opens - $10 Admission
*Callaway Stadium Policies: Clear bags only - No pets - No weapons of any kind - No outside food or drink - No noise makers
11 a.m. Panther Walk - Cheer on your team and pump them up!
1 p.m. Kick Off!
Halftime will feature the announcement of the 2026 Homecoming King and Queen and SGA Spirit Contest winners.
Corn Hole Tournament
Panther Soccer Field side of Callway Auditorium parking area
Grab an Alumni partner and let’s play some cornhole!
3:30 p.m. Sign up and practice
5:00 p.m. Live bags-tournament begins – trophies!!
For additional information contact Tracy Caldwell ’89, 770-262-3006 (cell) tcaldwellgata@gmail.com
1965-1975 Classes Barbecue Dinner followed by music and fellowship around the adjoining outside fire pit
Dinner 6:30 p.m., Courtyard Marriott's Callaway Room, 25 W. Lafayette Square, Downtown LaGrange Country's Barbecue.
Reservations are necessary due to limited space. To reserve your space visit Reserve your space online or mail a check to Attn: Alumni and Community Relations, LaGrange College, 601 Broad Street, LaGrange, GA 30240 by October 6th.
Hawaiian Party – Classes of 1974–1980 & Friends
6:30 - 10:30 p.m., Beason Recital Hall, West Side
- Kick back with friends for a fun island-style evening of music, snacks, and a photo booth
- BYOB — Bring a snack to share and add to our “island feast”
- Dig out those old photos for a little trip down memory lane
- Wear your brightest Hawaiian shirts, florals, or tropical flair—leis welcome!
For night owls… the fun continues afterward in the lobby of the Fairfield by Marriott Inn.
Reunion Committee- Dawn Cummings Coker ’77, Ronnie & Cheryl Farr ’77, Ricky Jolly ’77. For more info: rfarr73@yahoo.com or farrcheryl@yahoo.com or alumni@lagrange.edu
Sunday, October 19th
LaGrange College Alumni and Community Memorial Service
10:30 a.m., the Chapel
This annual service celebrates the lives of alumni and members of the LaGrange College community who have passed away since Homecoming 2025.
For more information, contact alumni@lagrange.edu or 706.880.8244
Sunday Brunch Buffet
11 a.m. – 1 p.m., Margaret A. Pitts Dining Hall
Hot food line, pizza station, salad bar, dessert and drink station for $9.50 per person. Pay at the door.
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