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The Ultimate Morehouse Tailgate Experience

Join us on Saturday, October 18, from 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM for an unforgettable Homecoming tailgate on the Morehouse College campus. Rep the House all season long with exclusive gear from the Morehouse Bookstore and enjoy the energy, food, and fellowship that make Homecoming special. Don’t miss your chance to celebrate tradition, pride, and brotherhood in the heart of Atlanta.

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Homecoming Tailgate Experience

APEX 2025: A 30 Year Tradition

The 2025 Morehouse College Homecoming Tailgate Experience, taking place Saturday, October 18, 2025, is a vibrant backdrop for alumni, students, and friends to reconnect and make memories at one of the premier school events. Starting hours before kickoff of the game against Lane College, celebrate with your fellow classmates at the best Homecoming Tailgate Experience anywhere in the world.

When and where is homecoming?

When:

Saturday October 18, 2025

Where:

Morehouse College

830 Westview Drive, S.W. Atlanta, GA – 30314

Ticketing Gates are open 10 am – 4:30 pm.

The Morehouse Tailgate Experience is a one day event so please arrive early and do not be fashionably late! You do not want to miss any of the tailgate activities.

There will be absolutely no ENTRY OR RE ENTRY AFTER 4:30PM for any guests.

What time is the football game?

Time: Kickoff is at 1:00pm (early this year)

Location: BT Harvey Stadium

Teams: Lane College vs. Morehouse

Are there refunds?

No refunds or exchanges for purchased tickets. All sales are final.

The event is rain or shine, no refunds or exchanges. All sales are final.

Where are the ticket gates/entrances to homecoming?

Gate A – Corner of Lee St. / West End Ave
Gate B – Corner of Lee Lane / Westview Ave (near Morehouse parking deck)
Gate C – Corner of Joseph Lowery/Westview Ave
Gate D – Corner of Joseph Lowery/ Cunningham Place

Where can I buy tickets?

Homecoming Tailgate and Game tickets can ONLY be purchased here.

Mobile Entry

Before you leave home, download your mobile ticket from your Frestix account for a smoother access to Homecoming.

Tickets will likely sell out, so please purchase your tickets early. Cash is NOT accepted.

A portion of every ticket purchased will be a donation to Morehouse College.

Where is the box office located?

Homecoming tickets can ONLY be purchased online.

We encourage guests to purchase tickets early. There is a high probability the event will SELL OUT.

Can I buy tickets from other sites?

Homecoming and Tailgate tickets can ONLY be purchased here.

Official tickets cannot be purchased from Eventbrite, StubHub or any other broker sites.

Where is homecoming parking?

For an additional fee, guests can park in the Morehouse parking deck.

Overflow Parking will be at the Morehouse School of Medicine parking deck.

Clark Atlanta Parking Deck, 156 Mildred St SW, Atlanta, GA 30314

What are ride share options?

We encourage guests to take Uber or Lyft.

Pick up / drop off is at the corner of Brown St. / Euharlee St.

What items are ALLOWED / PROHIBITED?

Guests and their belongings are subject to search upon entry or re-entry.

You can help keep the lines moving quickly by leaving large bags at home.

The following items are ALLOWED:

ALL bags will be searched before entry.

Small clutch purses and fanny packs that are 6″ x 9″ or smaller do not need to be clear, but can have no more than one pocket.
All other bags larger than 6″ x 9″ must be smaller than 12″ x 6″ x 12″ and clear.
Hydration packs are allowed and do not need to be clear, but must be emptied of all liquid and have no more than two pockets in addition to the one holding the water reservoir.
Baby Strollers
Chairs
Binoculars
Blankets, Sheets, Towels
Cameras (basic point and shoot consumer-grade cameras) without detachable lenses and other accessories (monopods, selfie sticks, tripods, GoPro mounts, and other attachments are not allowed)
Personal sized hand sanitizer
Sunscreen in non-aerosol containers is allowed in the size of 3.4 ounces or less

The following items are PROHIBITED:

Aerosol containers, including sunscreen and personal beauty products
Weapons or explosives of any kind
Any and all professional audio recording equipment
Professional cameras and professional recording (photo, video, audio) equipment (NO large professional detachable zoom lenses, stands, monopods, tripods, attachment sticks (selfie sticks) or other commercial equipment.
Any and all professional video equipment. No video recording will be allowed
Drones or any other remote flying device
Hammocks
Glass containers of any kind
Illegal and Illicit substances of any kind
Umbrellas
Pets (except service animals)
Selfie sticks
Skateboards, scooters, bicycles, wagons, carts or any personal motorized vehicles
Tents, canopies, or shade structures of any kind
Unauthorized/unlicensed vendors are not allowed. No unauthorized solicitation and materials including handbills, flyers, stickers, beach balls, give-aways, samples, etc.
Fireworks
Large chains or spiked jewelry
Bicycles inside campus grounds
Carts of any kind (including Red Wagons)

What kind of food is available?

There will be various food trucks available on campus with a variety of menus for our guests. There will be vegan options available with certain food trucks.

Menu options are subject to availability.

What is the age policy at homecoming?

Children under the age of 5 years old are free and do not require a ticket.

Is the event rain or shine?

Yes, the event is completely outdoors and will take place rain or shine. Morehouse hopes for warm, clear and comfortable weather!

What should I do in the case of an emergency?

If you require medical or emergency assistance call Morehouse Police (470) 638-0562 or look for a clearly marked medical tent on site. Prescription medication and/or medical equipment is permitted with valid identification during homecoming

What is the bag policy?

ALL bags will be searched before entry.
Small clutch purses and fanny packs that are 6″ x 9″ or smaller do not need to be clear, but can have no more than one pocket.
All other bags larger than 6″ x 9″ must be smaller than 12″ x 6″ x 12″ and clear.
Hydration packs are allowed and do not need to be clear, but must be emptied of all liquid and have no more than two pockets in addition to the one holding the water reservoir.

How do I contact Morehouse homecoming?

For general email questions about Homecoming please submit the form on the Homecoming Contact Us Page.

What do I do if I have a ticketing question?

Please contact a ticket agent via email at greenlight@freshtix.com or by phone at (678) 701-6114, Monday-Friday, 9am-6pm or Saturday-Sunday,10am-5pm.

How do I submit Press inquiries & Media Requests?

For all other media please email: news@morehouse.edu

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The Ultimate Morehouse Tailgate Experience

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