The Greater Cleveland and Lake County Alumni Chapters are joining forces to host a tailgate party before the Homecoming game! Starting at 9 a.m. and continuing until game time, enjoy food, beverages and a great time at our tent in the Dix Stadium West Parking Lot.

Join the Black Alumni Chapter for a tailgate before the Golden Flashes take on the Ohio University Bobcats in the Homecoming game. Starting at 11 a.m., stop by to meet up and reconnect with fellow Flashes!

The Kent State LGBTQ+ Alumni Chapter is celebrating Homecoming 2026 following the Homecoming Parade! Join alumni, students, faculty and staff for light appetizers and a cash bar from 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. at the Nineteen10 Restaurant in the Kent State University Hotel and Conference Center.