Family Day at Pitt State
Join us for Family Fun on Saturday, September 23rd. The event offers educational activities for kids and their parents/guardians, including interactive sessions.
Homecoming Events
Oct. 23, 12 PM on Gorilla Engage | STUDENTS ONLY | Voting opens for Homecoming Court.
Oct. 23, 4-6 PM on the Oval | STUDENTS ONLY | Inflatables, yard games, stuff-a-gorilla, and live music.
Oct. 25, 8 AM at Overman Student Center | STUDENTS ONLY | Banners by students orgs. are due to be displayed. Voting opens on Gorilla Engage.
Oct. 25, 5 PM at the University Lake | OPEN TO ALL | Two-person teams take on the Unversity Lake with homemade rafts.
Oct. 26, 12 PM on Gorilla Engage | STUDENTS ONLY | Voting closes for Homecoming Court and Student Org. Banners
Oct. 26, 7:30 PM at Carnie Smith Stadium | OPEN TO ALL | Dance competition of student orgs. and royalty crowning.
Oct. 27, 3:30 PM at Alumni Center | OPEN TO ALL | Reception with refreshments and outstanding alumni speakers.
Oct. 27, 6 PM in the Overman Student Center | OPEN TO ALL | Enjoy samples from your favorite restaurants - register now!
Oct. 28, 9 AM in downtown Pittsburg | OPEN TO ALL | Marching band, dance team, and floats line Broadway.
Oct. 28, 11 AM in Gorilla Village | OPEN TO ALL | Kids games, food vendors, and live music.
Oct. 28, 2 PM at Carnie Smith Stadium | OPEN TO ALL | Pitt State takes on U of Sioux Falls - Get your tickets!
Homecoming Court
Student organizations can nominate multiple members as royalty candidates for Homecoming. To be eligible, the nominator submits a statement of support and the organization participates in at least one homecoming event. Nominees write a cover letter, complete interviews, and top nominees table at kick-off night.
Show Your Gorilla Spirit
It's time to prepare for your legendary tailgating and gameday experience! Reserve your private party tent or buy Homecoming game tickets.
Get Ready for GamedayGorillaFest in Gorilla Village
The official Pitt State tailgate prior to Gorilla Football. Admission is free! Three hours prior to kick-off, join fans in Gorilla Village for food vendors, live music, and the pre-game pep rally. This is the perfect spot for families with free kids' games, bounce houses, and balloon twisting. With the help of our spirit squad and Pride of the Plains Band, cheer on the student-athletes as they enter Carnie Smith Stadium during the Gorilla Walk.
