October 19 - 24, 2026
Spirit | Pride | Traditions
Texas State University
Spirit Stick Competition
Spirit Stick Competition includes Spirit Boards, Spirit Parade, Service Project, Soap Box Derby, Boko's Glow Run, and Boko's Homecoming Bash.
Spirit Boards
Registered student organizations compete in this spirit competition by decorating and getting the most votes for their spirit board. Spirit boards are displayed in the Quad and Mall.
Office Decorations
Students, faculty, and staff at the San Marcos and Round Rock campuses are invited decorate their office as part of this competition.
Service Project
Annually, TXST identifies a community service cause and collaborating organization for a service project designed to benefit and strengthen the local community through the Bobcat spirit.
Kick Off at TXST Round Rock
Kick off Homecoming with Student Success & Academic Services and Student Involvement & Engagement—free food, music, fun activities, and great giveaways await!
Boko's Glow Run
Join us for this fun run that will light up the night! Grab your glow sticks and neon paint as you run a campus route filled with music, glow stations, and friends!
Spirit Parade
Texas State’s Homecoming Spirit Parade unites the TXST and San Marcos communities, featuring the Marching Band Drumline, Strutters, cheerleaders, Homecoming Royalty, and entries from departments and student organizations.
Soap Box Derby
Copilot said: The Soap Box Derby, a TXST tradition since 1967, features student boxcar races for the Spirit Stick and President’s Cup points, plus food, music, and fun attractions.
Legends Gala
Since 2010, TXST has honored Distinguished Alumni at an annual gala to honor our Distinguished Alumni, Young Alumni Rising Stars, and Denise M. Trauth Outstanding Leader.
Football Game
TXST vs Utah State
Saturday, October 24, 2026
UFCU Stadium
Homecoming Royalty Court
Each year, our Texas State community nominates and selects exceptional student leaders to serve as members of the Homecoming Royalty Court.
These student leaders serve as role models and exemplify the qualities of student involvement, academic scholarship, leadership, and community service.