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10/21/2026 8:30:00 AM | Football, General
Everything you need to plan your Saturday gameday
RUSTON |Â There's no place like home, and Louisiana Tech is ready to welcome the Bulldog Family back to Ruston for Homecoming 2026.
The Bulldogs host Old Dominion on Saturday, Oct. 24, at Origin Bank Field at Joe Aillet Stadium, with kickoff set for 4 p.m. on ESPN+. The game marks Louisiana Tech's first Homecoming as a member of the Sun Belt Conference.
With alumni, students, families and fans returning to campus for a full weekend of festivities, Louisiana Tech Athletics encourages everyone to plan ahead and review the Homecoming Football Game Day Guide before heading to The Joe.
VIEW THE COMPLETE HOMECOMING GAME DAY GUIDE
The comprehensive guide serves as a one-stop resource for everything fans need to know before they go, including tickets, parking and traffic routes, tailgating, concessions and pricing, gameday timelines, Bulldog Village, Walk of Pride, stadium maps and policies, and information specific to Saturday's Homecoming celebration.
SATURDAY'S GAME
Louisiana Tech vs. Old Dominion
Saturday, Oct. 24 | 4 p.m.
Origin Bank Field at Joe Aillet Stadium
TV: ESPN+
Theme: Homecoming | Breast Cancer Awareness
FIVE THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE YOU GO
Saturday's celebration will feature former Bulldog running back Boston Scott as the honorary bell ringer, recognition of Louisiana Tech's Distinguished Alumni, and a special pregame run-out featuring former and current Homecoming Court members and their families.
Fans can also enjoy a featured Philly cheesesteak-and-fries concession special, $2 hot dogs, and promotional giveaways throughout the stadium, while supplies last.
The celebration extends beyond the stadium, with Homecoming activities throughout the week bringing the Bulldog Family together across campus and downtown Ruston.
PLAN AHEAD. ARRIVE EARLY. BARK LOUDER.
Fans are encouraged to bookmark the Game Day Guide and review it before traveling to campus, particularly for updated parking and traffic information, stadium entry procedures and the complete schedule of gameday activities.
Whether it's your first Homecoming or your first trip back to Ruston in years, everything you need to make the most of Saturday is available in one place.
Everything you need to know before you go.
VIEW THE 2026 HOMECOMING FOOTBALL GAME DAY GUIDE
The Bulldogs host Old Dominion on Saturday, Oct. 24, at Origin Bank Field at Joe Aillet Stadium, with kickoff set for 4 p.m. on ESPN+. The game marks Louisiana Tech's first Homecoming as a member of the Sun Belt Conference.
With alumni, students, families and fans returning to campus for a full weekend of festivities, Louisiana Tech Athletics encourages everyone to plan ahead and review the Homecoming Football Game Day Guide before heading to The Joe.
VIEW THE COMPLETE HOMECOMING GAME DAY GUIDE
The comprehensive guide serves as a one-stop resource for everything fans need to know before they go, including tickets, parking and traffic routes, tailgating, concessions and pricing, gameday timelines, Bulldog Village, Walk of Pride, stadium maps and policies, and information specific to Saturday's Homecoming celebration.
SATURDAY'S GAME
Louisiana Tech vs. Old Dominion
Saturday, Oct. 24 | 4 p.m.
Origin Bank Field at Joe Aillet Stadium
TV: ESPN+
Theme: Homecoming | Breast Cancer Awareness
FIVE THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE YOU GO
- Parking and Tailgating:Â Stadium parking lots and tailgating open at 8 a.m. Fans should review parking credentials, traffic routes, and updated postgame exit patterns before arriving.
- Bulldog Village: Opens at 1 p.m. with food, music, vendors, bounce houses, and family-friendly activities. The Alumni Association and LTAC will also host a tailgate at Argent Pavilion from 1–3 p.m.
- Walk of Pride:Â Welcome the Bulldogs during the traditional Walk of Pride at 1:45 p.m., followed by the pregame pep rally.
- Stadium Entry:Â Gates open at 2:30 p.m. Fans are encouraged to have their mobile tickets ready and review stadium entry and clear bag policies in advance.
- Homecoming Celebrations:Â Saturday's festivities include recognition of Louisiana Tech's 2026 Distinguished Alumni, former Homecoming Court members and the crowning of the 2026 Homecoming Queen and King at halftime.
Saturday's celebration will feature former Bulldog running back Boston Scott as the honorary bell ringer, recognition of Louisiana Tech's Distinguished Alumni, and a special pregame run-out featuring former and current Homecoming Court members and their families.
Fans can also enjoy a featured Philly cheesesteak-and-fries concession special, $2 hot dogs, and promotional giveaways throughout the stadium, while supplies last.
The celebration extends beyond the stadium, with Homecoming activities throughout the week bringing the Bulldog Family together across campus and downtown Ruston.
PLAN AHEAD. ARRIVE EARLY. BARK LOUDER.
Fans are encouraged to bookmark the Game Day Guide and review it before traveling to campus, particularly for updated parking and traffic information, stadium entry procedures and the complete schedule of gameday activities.
Whether it's your first Homecoming or your first trip back to Ruston in years, everything you need to make the most of Saturday is available in one place.
Everything you need to know before you go.
VIEW THE 2026 HOMECOMING FOOTBALL GAME DAY GUIDE
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