FAMU Invites Community to Participate in 2026 Homecoming Parade
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Florida A&M University is inviting students, alumni, organizations and community members to participate in its annual homecoming parade at 8 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 24. Interested participants are encouraged to register by Saturday, Oct. 17.
The 2026 parade will feature a new route and updated staging locations. The procession will travel east along FAMU Way before turning south onto Wahnish Way and concluding at Lee Hall Drive.
The parade is one of FAMU’s signature homecoming traditions, bringing together students, alumni and the Tallahassee community for a celebration of school spirit, unity and Rattler pride.
Scheduled for Oct. 18-25, this year’s homecoming celebration draws inspiration from “The Wiz,” starring Diana Ross and Michael Jackson, with the theme “There’s No Place Like The Hill.” The celebration honors the traditions, shared memories and enduring connections that bring generations of Rattlers home to FAMU.
The FAMU Homecoming Committee encourages groups and organizations to showcase their creativity and school spirit by participating in the parade.
Road closures will begin at 6 a.m., with participant staging starting at 6:15 a.m. All participating units must be in position by 7:45 a.m. The parade begins at 8 a.m.
Participants will also have the opportunity to compete for awards recognizing their interpretation of the homecoming theme. Entries will be judged on originality, creativity, color, overall visual appeal and craftsmanship. Three awards will be presented, with monetary awards reserved for registered float participants who have paid the required entry fee.
How to Participate
Interested participants can register for the 2026 FAMU homecoming parade through the Homecoming Parade Eventbrite registration page by Saturday, Oct. 17.
Participants must complete the required parade registration materials, including signed parade guidelines and a participation waiver. Units incorporating vehicles must also submit proof of liability insurance and copies of the driver's license or motor vehicle operator's license, front and back, in accordance with parade guidelines.
Completed forms and supporting documents should be emailed to homecomingparade@famu.edu, with the participating unit's name and number included in the email subject line.
For additional information about registration, participation requirements or parade logistics, contact FAMU Student Government Association staff at 850-599-3624 or email homecomingparade@famu.edu.
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