Purple & Gold Week: Homecoming 2023

Homecoming Indoor "parade" feat. Willard J. Houghton's great-great-great grandson on a purple adult trike, Class Float Competition, a canoe on wheels and more. Grab your lunch and stay for the festival (inflatables, games, balloon animals & more).

Come on down to Big Al's & Java for some "food truck" fun! Pick up your token at lunch to get 50¢ off any menu item. Pretzel Bites, Mozz Sticks, Fries, Shakes, Flurries, and the full barista menu at Java.

Crazy juggling and a variety of fun! Don't miss "The Up Guys"!

It's your Homecoming SPOT! You don't want to miss it!

Get your funk on and boogie like it's the 80's!

First-year students learn about Houghton's history through the eyes of each of our presidents, ending with a short talk by President Lewis. Receive your purple & gold scarf!

Hear from the Young Alumna of the Year as she shares her journey of founding, developing, and serving as the Executive Director of 431 Ministries, an organization that tends to the needs of overlooked and underserved women of middle Tennessee. Get your meal through the line, then join us in the South End Dining Hall.

Coffeehouse: Homecoming Edition - Karaoke!

Just like it sounds CAPTURE THE FLAG!

Deck out your vehicle in purple and gold and see who can push theirs across the parking lot the fastest!

Handing out P&G t-shirts! Faculty and staff are welcome to pick up theirs later that day in the Student Life Office.

Compete for your team in Glow in the Dark Ultimate Frisbee