Alumni and Friends gather for holiday lights
Alumni at Atlanta United
Two ladies enjoy the festivities under the tent at the Deep Roots festival

Upcoming Events 

Explore the schedule below to see where we'll be hosting events in the coming months! While keeping the classic gatherings you know and love, we're expanding our regional events to bring a little GCSU to alumni and friends across the state. Whether you're returning to Milledgeville for Deep Roots or Homecoming, or joining us at a regional gathering, family-friendly event, or special celebration, there are plenty of opportunities to connect and celebrate with your Georgia College & State University community.

Additional events and details will be added throughout the season, and we look forward to seeing you at one of the upcoming events. 

November 2026

DateTimeLocationEvent Details
Tuesday, November 176:00 - 8:00 PMLockerly Arboretum

Milledgeville, GA
GCSU Night at Lockerly in Lights
Our beloved holiday event at Lockerly in Lights has been expanded to include GCSU students, staff, and faculty. Join us for a night exploring the holiday lights and enjoying festive treats.

Learn More & Register

December 2026

DateTimeLocationEvent Details
Saturday, December 52:00 - 9:00 PMSix Flags over Georgia

275 Riverside Pkwy
Austell, GA
Six Flags Holiday in the Park Alumni Social
Join us at Six Flags over Georgia for the return of their Holiday in the Park. Tickets include Holiday in the Park admission, parking, a meal voucher (with beverage), and photo voucher. Full details, including Early Bird Pricing are on the registration page.
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Save the Date!

We're thrilled to share that even more alumni gatherings are in the works! Save the dates and we'll update this page once details are finalized for these upcoming events:

  • Atlanta Hawks vs. Golden State Warriors
    Friday, January 15, 2027
  • Macon Mayhem Hockey Outing
    Saturday, January 30, 2027
  • Alumni Awards & Homecoming Weekend
    Friday, February 19 and Saturday, February 20, 2027

Homecoming Weekend 2027

Thank you for joining us for Homecoming & Alumni Weekend 2026! From the Homecoming Parade and the Alumni Awards Banquet, to Tent City and Return of Champions, this Homecoming weekend was packed with unforgettable moments. We thoroughly enjoyed seeing so many of our alumni return to campus. 

Save the Date for Homecoming Weekend 2027
February 19-20, 2027

Enjoy some of our favorite photos from the weekend. 

Homecoming Photo Gallery

Alumni Events Photo Gallery

Explore photos, relive the memories, and start planning to join us for upcoming events! 

Browse Event Photos
Alumni Photo Gallery Thumbnails

Alumni Awards

Do you know an alumnus who deserves to be recognized? The Alumni Association helps preserve the legacy of GCSU by honoring graduates and friends with awards celebrating excellence, service, and leadership. 
Nominations for the 2027 Alumni Awards have now closed. Recipients will be announced this November.

Recognize Outstanding Alumni

Nominate noteworthy alumni for the Alumni Awards.

Nominations for 2027 are now closed!
Alumni award winners with President Cox