Grand Valley’s 2024 Homecoming celebration will take place from Oct. 28-Nov. 3. The week of Homecoming will include a variety of events for students, including returning traditions like Lip Sync Battle and a GVSU T-shirt swap, as well as new events like DIY pom-pom making and themed spirit days. There are select events for alumni, including the Class of 1974 Golden Reunion, then & now campus tours and more. Keep reading for everything you need to know for GVSU Homecoming 2024 and visit GVSU’s Homecoming website for a full list of events and details.
GVSU Homecoming 2024: What you need to know
Oct 28, 2024
Football game
GVSU will take on Wayne State University in Lubbers Stadium at 3 p.m. on Nov. 2. If this is your first game of the season, check out what’s new at Lubbers Stadium this year , including additional restroom and seating areas, alcohol sales and zero-waste efforts.
Alumni Tailgate
From noon-3 p.m. on Nov. 2, celebrate and catch up with alumni during an alumni tailgate, featuring Reunion Row, where you can catch up with Lakers from alumni networks and departments. Enjoy grab-and-go snacks, giveaways, yard games and family activities. Grab a drink in the alumni tailgate tent while supplies last. Food will also be available for purchase from alumni-owned food truck, Casa De Los Abuelos.
Ale trail
If you find yourself on Michigan’s West side during the week of Homecoming, check out GVSU Alumni Relations’ alumni-owned Ale Trail for discounts and specialty drinks at popular locations like Long Road Distillers, Broad Leaf Brewery and more. Explore full discounts and specials on GVSU’s Homecoming Ale Trail website .
Carillon Concert
In between your then & now tour and tailgate, celebrate the 30th birthday of Allendale’s Cook Carillon Tower with a concert! This 45-minute Carillon concert starts at 11:30 a.m. and will feature a variety of tunes including GVSU’s fight song and alma mater. Bring a blanket or chair and enjoy the concert, food trucks, prize drawings, and more. View the program and full event details on the Carillon Concert Series website .
Other athletic events
A variety of other athletic events, including the first-ever GVSU women’s wrestling meet , will also take place on Nov. 2. Learn more at gvsulakers.com .
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