Bethel Announces Homecoming Event Schedule

Bethel University recently released the event schedule for Homecoming 2024, with festivities all week from Sunday, October 27 through the big game on Saturday, November 2.

Sunday, October 27

Paint It Up Purple! - 1 p.m. until finished - Entrance of Crisp Arena

Calling all volunteers! Join us as we paint Wildcat Alley purple to show our Bethel Pride! Hot dogs, chips, and drinks will be provided! We will start at the gym entrance of Crisp and paint to the front of the stadium.

Monday, October 28

Powder Buff Volleyball - 9 p.m. - Crisp Arena

You’ve heard of powder puff, now get ready for powder buff! Watch our guys compete in our first-ever volleyball powder buff game! Come out for an entertaining night of competition!

Tuesday, October 29

Ultimate Frisbee - Staff/Faculty vs. Students - 7 p.m. - Walter Butler Stadium

It is time for one of our favorite games! Pick your team and get ready to cheer them on as we find out who this year’s ultimate frisbee champion is!

Wednesday, October 30

Spirit Day - Tie Dye & Tacos - 11 a.m.-1 p.m. - Entrance of Vera Low

Join us outside of Vera Low to show off your creativity and enjoy some good food! Shirts will be provided!

Thursday, October 31

Trick or Treat - 11 a.m.-1 p.m. - Vera Low

Kick off your Halloween with trick or treating in VLow! Don’t forget to show up in your best costume for a chance to win the costume contest!

Yard Show - 7:30 p.m. - Dickey Fine Arts Building

Make your way to DFAB to catch an exciting step show featuring performances by our Greek organizations.

Friday, November 1

Jerry Wilcoxson Memorial Golf Tournament - 10 a.m. - Carroll Lake Golf Club

The Jerry Wilcoxson Memorial Tournament honors the legacy of the late Dr. Jerry Wilcoxson during Bethel's homecoming week. Homecoming is a time for Wildcats from all over to come back home and celebrate years of students, faith, education, and community.

This is a four-person scramble. The entry fee is $300 per team or $75 per golfer. This includes green fees, cart, mulligan (1 per golfer) and prizes.

Hall of Fame & Alumni Banquet - 5-6:30 p.m. - Vera Low Board Room

We invite all alumni to join us for the Hall of Fame/ Alumni Banquet! Golden Graduates and Wall of Faith Additions will be recognized! It will be a fun night to reconnect over dinner, speakers, and a performance by our Renaissance Rendition! Reservations are due by October 25, 2024. $25 per ticket.

Worship with Renaissance - 7-8:30 p.m. - Dickey Fine Arts Building

Head on over to DFAB for our night of worship with the Renaissance Choir!

Wildcat Bonfire - 9 p.m. - Behind Stadium

Come out to enjoy our celebration bonfire as we recognize our senior football players and cheerleaders! There will be s'mores, music, and so much more!

Saturday, November 2

Parade - 9:30 a.m. - Campbell Hall to Walter Butler Stadium

Join SGA and campus organizations for an energetic march to the stadium.

Wildcat Alley - 11 a.m. - In Front of Stadium

It’s game day! Kick off a fun-filled day with games, food, and tailgating fun with the Renaissance Bluegrass Band!

Vendors at Wildcat Alley: Momma Cheese, Twisted Tot Munchie Truck, Picture Me Rollin, UpNJumpin, Kickin It With Keemie, RyRo Lemonade, RJ’s Ice Cream Truck, Charmed By Chasney, Tennessee River Artist Blacksmith Association, Wildflour Bakery, Small Town Suds, Permanent Jewelry, Southland Safari, Mel Rhea Balloon Creations, Luxe Lids Co, All Fraternities & Sororities.

Catwalk - 11 a.m. - Crisp Arena to Walter Butler Stadium

Get ready to make some noise for our Wildcats!

Dedication of Walter Butler Stadium - 11 a.m. - Walter Butler Stadium

Come celebrate Walter Butler’s legacy at Bethel University and the renaming of the athletic stadium.

Football Game - 1 p.m. - Walter Butler Stadium

Bethel Wildcats vs. Campbellsville Tigers