Mizzou Homecoming festivities are officially getting underway! Light the Dome will kick off the university’s 115th Homecoming celebration at Traditions Plaza with Mizzou coaches, spirit squads, free food and drinks, music and the lighting of Jesse Hall’s dome.
The event is happening Sunday, September 27, and is free to attend.
Light the Dome Event Details
- Date: Sunday, September 27, 2026
- Gymnastics signing: 6:30 p.m.
- Light the Dome event: 7 p.m.
- Location: Traditions Plaza at Mizzou
- Admission: FREE
- Student perk: 25 Zou Loyalty Points for attending
Who Will Be at Light the Dome?
Several familiar faces from Mizzou Athletics are scheduled to take part in the evening, including head football coach Eliah Drinkwitz, men’s basketball coach Dennis Gates and women’s gymnastics coach Shannon Welker.
The celebration will also feature the Golden Girls, Mini Mizzou and Truman the Tiger.
Free Fun
Attendees can enjoy music, photos and other Homecoming festivities before watching the dome light up.
Light the Dome is the first event of Mizzou’s 115th Homecoming celebration, making it a fun way for students, alumni and Columbia residents to start Homecoming week together.
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