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
| Date | Time | Location | Event Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesday, November 17 | 6:00 - 8:00 PM | Lockerly 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
| Date | Time | Location | Event Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saturday, December 5 | 2:00 - 9:00 PM | Six Flags Over Georgia Austell, GA | GCSU Alumni: Six Flags Holiday in the Park Gather your friends and family for holiday magic at a price you won't find anywhere else. Holiday in the Park is back at Six Flags Over Georgia, and you're invited to join us for this festive event filled with lights, rides, and holiday cheer. Hurry! Early Bird pricing ends November 20! Learn More & Register |
February 2027
| Date | Time | Location | Event Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Friday, February 19 | 5:30 - 8:30 PM | Magnolia Ballroom Milledgeville, GA | Alumni Awards Banquet Join us for an elegant evening honoring the remarkable achievements of our distinguished alumni at the Georgia College & State University Alumni Awards Banquet.. Learn More & Register |
| Friday, February 19 - Saturday, February 20 | 10:00 AM - 8:30 PM | Various Locations on GCSU Campus | Homecoming Weekend 2027 Welcome home! Enjoy a weekend packed with opportunities to reconnect, make new memories, engage with the campus community, and meet current students. Learn More & Register |
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
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.
Alumni Events Photo Gallery
Explore photos, relive the memories, and start planning to join us for upcoming events!
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.
