Rogers State University alumni, students, faculty, employees and community members are invited to return to the Hill for a week of school spirit and festive events as RSU celebrates Homecoming 2026 from Oct. 5 through Oct. 10.
Hosted by the RSU Alumni Association and the Office of Student Affairs, and Athletics, this year’s theme highlights campus traditions, student talent, and community engagement.
Schedule of Events
Monday, Oct. 5
8 a.m. — Homecoming King & Queen Voting Opens: Voting for the 2026–27 Homecoming Court opens via email ballot to all eligible students and closes Friday, Oct. 9, at noon.
8 a.m. to 5 p.m. — Shopping Cart Pickup (DCTC Conference Room A): Registered Student Organizations (RSOs) can pick up their reserved shopping carts to decorate for Friday’s campus parade. For walking entries, contact Meg Thompson at megthompson@rsu.edu.
To register for a shopping cart online, visit: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=5RVK5OqHa0WjOuYMKnb1Hq4KoJUfvWBOi9KFh6i3q0JUNE0xUlc3MTdKTVJNRjUzMkMzN00zOUVVUi4u
6-9 p.m. — Homecoming Karaoke at El Banquette: Enjoy great food, song, and laughter at a local restaurant. Free student shuttles will run between the Res Life Clubhouse and El Banquette at 6 p.m., 7:30 p.m., and 9 p.m.
Tuesday, Oct. 6
6 p.m. — Fairest on the Hill (Will Rogers Auditorium): The President’s Leadership Class hosts this annual showcase highlighting the artistic and performing talents of RSU students.
Wednesday, Oct. 7
5:30 p.m. — RSU Pep Rally (Soldier Field): Kick off the evening with the Claw Crew, Cheer, and Dance teams. A prize will be awarded to the most spirited attendee.
6:30 p.m. — Inaugural Employee vs. Student Kickball Game (Soldier Field): Cheer on your favorite side at the first-ever kickball showdown. Players must register via the IMLeagues app starting Wednesday, Sept. 30, at noon.
Thursday, Oct. 8
8-11 p.m. — “Roaring Twenties” Homecoming Dance (Will Rogers Downs Casino): Step back into the 1920s! Enjoy mocktails and dancing on the second floor.
Note: Each RSU student may bring one non-RSU guest (18+ only; valid ID required at entry).
Friday, Oct. 9
11 a.m. Lunch 12 p.m. Shotgun Start – Hillcat Hacker
12 p.m. — Homecoming Voting Closes
3 p.m. — Inaugural Campus Homecoming Parade: Spectators are encouraged to line the sidewalks along the route from the Bushyhead parking lot to the Chapman parking lot to cheer on student organizations and the Homecoming Court.
7 p.m. — Women’s Soccer vs. Washburn & International Student Night (Soldier Field): Support the Hillcats on the pitch. Halftime will feature a special ceremony honoring RSU’s international students and faculty.
Saturday, Oct. 10
10 a.m. — Homecoming Tailgate & Crusin’ for Wishes Car Show: Join fellow fans before the main match for food, music, and games. The Bushyhead Parking Lot will host a benefit car show, with all proceeds directly supporting the Make-A-Wish Foundation.
1 p.m. — Men’s Homecoming Soccer Game vs. Fort Hays State (Soldier Field): Root for the Hillcats in the homecoming finale. The 2026–27 RSU Homecoming King and Queen will be officially announced and crowned during halftime.
Rogers State University is a regional four-year university operating under the governance of the University of Oklahoma Board of Regents, serving northeastern Oklahoma with campuses in Claremore, Bartlesville, and Pryor.
For more information about RSU Homecoming, visit https://www.rsu.edu/alumni/homecoming/
