The alumni relations staff is committed to creating lasting opportunities to keep you connected to the institution you love. Each year, homecoming is meant to reconnect you with fellow Vikings and Missouri Valley College. From on-campus activities to on-the-field action, every Viking will be able to find reasons galore to return for this beloved fall weekend.
Homecoming
Tickets must be purchased to attend the Champions, Legacy, & Legends Banquet and 50+ Club Breakfast. Please RSVP by October 8, 2026. Limited seating is available. Reservations will be checked at the door.
2026 Homecoming Tentative Schedule of Events
**Reservations required for these events. All events, times and locations are subject to
change. For questions, please call 660.831.4620
Friday, October 16
| 1:00 p.m. Gregg-Mitchell Field |
Women’s Soccer vs. Mount Mercy |
| 2:00 p.m. Malcolm Center Bistro |
Registration & Campus Tours Check-In/Pickup Name Tag Tour campus with an MVC Student Ambassador |
| 3:30 p.m. Malcolm Center, Astrid & Emma Gymnasium |
Cocktail Hour |
| 3:30 p.m. Gregg-Mitchell Field |
Men’s Soccer vs. Mount Mercy |
| 4:30 p.m. Malcolm Center, Astrid & Emma Gymnasium |
**Champions, Legacy, & Legends Banquet Join us in honoring the accomplishments of our Outstanding Alumni and Hall of Fame Inductees. Outstanding Alumni: Celebrating and recognizing anniversary classes: Valley Women’s Organization Recognition Hall of Fame Inductees: TICKETS MUST BE PURCHASED TO ATTEND THIS EVENT. LIMITED SEATING AVAILABLE |
| 5:00 p.m. Burns Gym |
Women’s Volleyball vs. William Penn |
| 7:30 p.m. Gregg-Mitchell Field |
Torch Run Ed Leslie Torch Run with Alumni and Current Student Athletes Contact Ben Lister: listerb@moval.edu |
| 8:00 p.m. Corner of College and Conway |
Bonfire & Alumni Social Open to the general public |
Saturday, October 17
| 8:00 a.m. Ferguson Formal Lounge |
**50+ Club Breakfast (Complimentary Event) Open to alumni who have achieved 50 or more years of alumni status RSVP REQUIRED TO ATTEND THIS EVENT. LIMITED SEATING AVAILABLE |
| 10:00 a.m. Campus to Marshall Square |
Homecoming Parade Questions contact James Rowlett – Director of Student Affairs: rowlettj@moval.edu or 660-831-4009 |
| 11:00 a.m. West of Burns Athletic Complex |
Viking Tailgate Zone Contact Regan Godsey for further details: RNG8002@moval.edu |
| 2:00 p.m. Gregg-Mitchell Field |
Viking Football vs. Central Methodist On-field recognition at halftime of Outstanding Alumni and Athletic Hall of Fame Honorees |
| 6:00 p.m. Marshall Square |
Block Party Open to the general public Enjoy live music, good food and community! |