VALDOSTA, GA (WTXL) - Valdosta State University's Homecoming has officially started and the university said that it will kick off its Homecoming Week with an 80's themed party.
From Monday to Sunday, the university has invited the entire community to join in on the festivities. The week will feature events like the Alumni and Friends Annual Golf Tournament, a pep rally, and an 80's Concert.
The events will lead up to the big football game on Saturday between VSU and Delta State University and a volleyball game on Sunday against the University of West Georgia.
"We think we have a fun-filled week prepared for our current students and a weekend stacked with events for the returning alumni," shared Dr. Kelli R. Brown, interim president of VSU.
The first event scheduled is the Blazin' Downtown Throw-Down, which is set for 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday on the lawn of the Lowndes County Courthouse. The event will feature performances from cheerleaders, food, and vendors.
A full list of VSU Homecoming events can be found below.
Blazin' Downtown Throw-Down
6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 18, Lowndes County Courthouse lawn
Black Light Pep Rally
7 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 20, VSU P.E. Complex
Lip Sync Competition
8 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 20, VSU P.E. Complex
Alumni and Friends Annual Golf Tournament
9 a.m. Friday, Oct. 21, Stone Creek Golf Club
Distinguished Alumni Dinner
6:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 21, VSU University Center Magnolia Room
Rubik's Groove 80's Concert
8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 21, VSU front lawn
Homecoming Parade
11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 22, VSU main campus
Blazer Nation Tailgate Competition
All day Saturday, Oct. 22, corner of Brookwood Drive and Slater Street
Alumni Tailgate
Noon to 2:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 22, corner of Brookwood Drive and Slater Street
Blazer Walk
1:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 22, outside Bazemore-Hyder Stadium
VSU vs. Delta State
3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 22, Bazemore-Hyder Stadium
Alpha Phi Alpha Step Show
7:06 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 22, VSU P.E. Complex
VSU vs. West Georgia
1 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 23, VSU P.E. Complex
