Schedule

Schedule is tentative and subject to change.

Friday, October 16th

2:00 pm Campus Tour
Driving tour of campus and some of our newest facilities!

3:00 pm Tours of Overman Student Center 
Overman Student Center
Tour the Overman Student Center and its latest updates. 

4:30 pm Social Hour  
Overman Student Center
Reconnect with fellow alumni, employees, student employees, and student organizations over hors d’oeuvres and beverages.

5:00 pm 75th Anniversary Celebration
Overman Student Center
Enjoy a program to celebrate the 75th Anniversary of the Overman Student Center!

6:30-8:00 pm Yell Like Hell & Royalty Crowning 
Carnie Smith Stadium
Cheer on our students at Yell Like Hell from a reserved seating area and watch the crowning of the 2026 Homecoming Royalty. Entrance is on the east side of the stadium. 

8:00-9:00 pm Homecoming Bonfire
South of Garfield Weede Parking Lot
Experience the second annual bonfire and pep rally. 

9:00 pm 75th Anniversary After Hours  
Downtown Pittsburg
Enjoy social time, drinks, good vibes, and time to reconnect. 

Saturday, October 17th

8:00 am Homecoming Parade Lineup
Location TBD, Downtown Pittsburg 
You're invited to join us in the Homecoming Parade. Attendees are encouraged to wear reunion shirt or Pitt State apparel.

9:00 am Homecoming Parade 
Downtown Pittsburg
Walk in the Homecoming Parade and share your Gorilla Pride with your alma mater and the Pittsburg community. 

11:00 am 75th Anniversary Reunion Tailgate 
Gorilla Village
Enjoy lunch, as well as drinks and Gorilla Pride. Attendees may bring their own beverages. For tailgating policies, please visit pittstate.edu/gameday. 

11:00 am-1:45 pm GorillaFest
Gorilla Village
Join fans at Gorilla Fest for children's activities, food trucks, and live music. The Gorilla Walk begins 75 minutes prior to kickoff (approx. 12:45) and the pre-game pep rally immediately follows. Admission is free.

2:00 pm Pitt State vs. Missouri Western Football
Carnie Smith Stadium
Cheer on the Gorillas as they take on Missouri Western during the Homecoming Football Game! Tickets are an additional reunion add-on. Tickets purchased through registration will be seated together. Football tickets are optional. 

Registration Fees

Alumni and guests are not required to attend all events. We would love to have you for any duration of the reunion. The reunion fees will cover everything listed in the itinerary, including a t-shirt. Hotel rooms and football game tickets not included in fees. Registration will be live later this summer!

• Alumni and Friends: Coming soon!
• Children: Coming soon! (please note: children are prohibited at Friday's After Hours.) 

Suggested Attire

Casual; Pitt State attire – past or present. Alumni and friends will receive a reunion t-shirt upon arrival and are encouraged to wear it on Saturday. Please wear comfortable shoes.

Lodging Information 

We encourage guests to reserve rooms as soon as possible due to the popularity of the weekend. The below hotels have room blocks for the reunion and some offer a discounted rates. 

Comfort Inn & Suites
620-231-8800

Hampton Inn & Suites
620-231-3100

Holiday Inn Express
620-231-1177

LaQuinta Inn & Suites
620-670-5614

Questions?

For more information, please contact Pitt State Alumni & Constituent Relations at 620-235-4758 or email alumni@pittstate.edu.