All alumni band members and auxiliary are invited to join us for a great day of fellowship, marching, playing and more! Even if you aren’t marching, we would love to have you in attendance. Join one of the largest marching bands in the nation for a spectacular Homecoming 2025 weekend!Alumni FMB Homecoming Schedule - Saturday, Sept. 13, 20259:30 a.m. Registration / Check-in Opens East Side of Stadium10:30 a.m. Alumni FMB Rehearsal Doyt Perry Stadium11:30 a.m. FMB / Alumni FMB Combined Rehearsal Doyt Perry Stadium12:30 p.m. LUNCH on your own3:00 p.m. Alumni FMB Call Time East Side of Stadium3:30 p.m. March to PreFlight3:45 p.m. FMB PreFlight Concert West Side of Stadium4:15 p.m. Enter Stadium with FMB – DO NOT BE LATE! Doyt Perry StadiumAll Registered participants must enter at this time.4:40 p.m. PreGame Performance with FMB Doyt Perry Stadium5:00 p.m. KICK OFF – Beat the Flames! Doyt Perry Stadium6:30 p.m. Halftime Performance with FMB Doyt Perry Stadium8:00 p.m. Game Ends / 5th Quarter Concert Doyt Perry StadiumGame tickets for Alumni FMB guestsPurchase football game tickets for guests in the BGSU Band Alumni and Friends Sections. These tickets are intended for guests of registered alumni and seats will be next to the Falcon Marching Band. For seat upgrades, questions, comments or concerns please contact the ticket office at tickets@bgu.edu OR 419-372-0000.

Celebrate your BGSU love story where it all began! Join fellow Falcon Flames in a heartfelt vow renewal ceremony led by President Rogers in front of historic Prout Chapel.Couples will receive a commemorative certificate, special giveaways and the chance to capture the moment with a photo to cherish.

BGSU is throwing the ultimate celebration for Freddie Falcon’s 75th birthday — and you’re invited to make it unforgettable!As part of our Homecoming festivities, we’re hosting a special Mascot Alumni Reunion to honor the legacy you helped create. You brought Freddie and Frieda to life and now it’s time to return to campus, reconnect with fellow alumni and kick off what we hope becomes a cherished annual tradition.JOIN US TO CELEBRATE AND BE CELEBRATED! REGISTER TODAY11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. | Mascot Alumni Lunch Reconnect with fellow Freddie and Frieda alumni over lunch in Room 201 at the Bowen-Thompson Student Union.1:00 – 3:00 p.m. | Alumni Tailgate Tent Enjoy music, giveaways and Falcon spirit alongside fellow mascots and friends.5:00 p.m. | Game TimeTwo complimentary game tickets are reserved in a dedicated section for our Mascot Alumni. Don’t miss halftime – because we’re celebrating YOU with special on-field recognition.For questions, contact us at alumni@bgsu.edu or 419-372-8322.

Kick off game day at the BGSU Homecoming Tailgate, the ultimate pregame celebration filled with music, camaraderie and Falcon pride. Alumni, friends and families can gather at Tailgate Park to reconnect, relax and get ready for an exciting afternoon of football and Homecoming festivities.Event HighlightsAlumni Tents – Enjoy a welcoming space designed for connection and conversation with fellow Falcons while taking in a prime view of the concert.College Tents – Revisit your academic home, reconnect with faculty and network with fellow graduates. Many tents offer exclusive giveaways and incentives.Live Concert – BGSU Athletics and the Homecoming Committee will present an exciting concert featuring an artist chosen to engage multiple generations of Falcons.Family-Friendly Fun – Enjoy activities designed for all ages, making this a tailgate everyone can enjoy.Participating BGSU groups include:Alumni Office Falcon Fan FestBGSU FirelandsBGSU Online College of Education and Human DevelopmentCollege of Engineering and InnovationCollege of Health and Human ServicesCollege of Musical ArtsCross CountryFalcon MediaGraduate CollegeHonors CollegeInternational Programs and PartnershipsMen’s BasketballSchmidthorst College of BusinessSchool of Media and CommunicationSoftballSwimming and DivingThompson Scholarship Programs Track and FieldUniversity LibrariesWomen’s BasketballWomen’s Golf

Celebrate your return to Bowling Green State University with an unforgettable Homecoming celebration with the Sidney A. Ribeau President’s Leadership Academy! This will be a special opportunity to reconnect with fellow Falcons, reflect on cherished memories and celebrate the enduring spirit and legacy of our beloved program!This Homecoming promises to be the best yet – as the 20th anniversary of the 2005 Cohort will be taking place, marked by a variety of exciting events and activities designed to engage all PLA alumni in meaningful ways. Whether you are revisiting campus for the first time in years or returning to your favorite spots, we want to ensure your experience is filled with joy, nostalgia and camaraderie.Weekend SchedulePLA Leadership Forum & Thompson Meeting Friday, Sept. 12, 2025 | 5-6:30 p.m. All PLA alumni invited; no cost to attend.2005 Cohort Brunch Saturday, Sept. 13, 2025 | 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. 2005 Cohort and guests only Cost to attend (adults: $25; children 12-4: $12.50; children under 3: free).PLA Tailgate Celebration Saturday, Sept. 13, 2025 | 1-4 p.m. All PLA aumni invited Cost to attend: $35 – includes admission, food, entertainment and reunion shirtTravel InformationA room block has been reserved for attendees at:Hilton Garden Inn Perrysburg 6165 Levis Commons Blvd., Perrysburg, OH 43551 419-873-0700Room Block Name: BGSU PLA 2005 Reunion Note: Room block is available for all alumni of the PLA, not just the 2005 cohort!Availability: Sept. 12-14, 2025 Rate: $134 per night (plus tax) Booking Deadline: Aug. 11, 2025 How to Reserve: Call the hotel directly or use this reservation link and mention the "BGSU PLA 2005 Reunion" block to receive the group rate.Please book early—rooms are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.We look forward to welcoming you back to campus this year and celebrating what makes BGSU such a special place for all of us. Together, let’s create an experience to remember – one that reflects the pride, passion and promise of our PLA alumni network.

Your New Game Day Tradition Starts HereStudents, get ready to level up your game day at the Ziggy Zone Student Tailgate—an exclusive, student-only space filled with high-energy pregame fun!Enjoy a live DJ, inflatables, tailgate games, and more. It's the perfect way to get hyped before cheering on the Falcons from the stands!Come early, bring your friends and make Ziggy Zone the perfect way to spend your homecoming weekend! 🧡🦅⛈️ Please note that activities, dates and times are subject to change. For the most up-to-date details, please refer back to this page.