CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. – Austin Pay State University welcomes fans to its 77th annual homecoming game against North Alabama at 3 p.m., Saturday, at Fortera Stadium.

From giveaways, events and so much more, fans will not want to miss any of the pre-game festivities ahead of Saturday's game against the Lions!

Traffic Changes & Parade Route

The homecoming parade begins at 11 a.m. in Lot 7 by Burt Elementary and will circle around campus from Eighth Street, College Street, Drane Street, and then turn off Drane Street onto Marion Street. Police will be blocking off Drane Street beginning Friday night.

Once the parade concludes around 11:30 a.m., Drane Street will open back up to one-way traffic from Marion onto Farris, similar to the previous home game. No entry onto Drane Street from Farris will be authorized after 11:30 a.m., fans are only able to enter from Marion onto Drane.

Gameday Sponsor - Bojangles

Bojangles is the official gameday sponsor of Saturday's game against North Alabama. They will be giving out free gift cards ranging from $1-$100 on Stache Street upon entry at each gate at Fortera Stadium. To redeem the gift card, fans will need to visit a Bojangles location in Clarksville. IT'S BO TIME!

92nd Austin Peay Homecoming

A full week of Homecoming events began Monday night and will continue with events around campus leading up to Homecoming Day. For this week's calendar of events visit the Austin Peay Homecoming page. Also make sure to see the homecoming court at halftime!

Chick-Fil-A Wilma Rudolph Stache Street

Stache Street returns to the pre-game festivities for the 2023 season! Taking over the area beside Tailgate Alley, Stache Street provides fans the opportunity to enjoy an array of food truck options, activities and more in a family-friendly environment. 

Best Dressed and Decorated Tailgate

Show off your Halloween spirit by dressing up and decorating your tailgate spot. Get creative, go all out, and stand a chance to win some exciting prizes! Transform your tailgate area into a spooky, fun, or themed setup that will leave everyone in awe. Don't hold back on your decorating skills! Prizes: The winners of the Best Dressed and Best Decorated Tailgate contests will each receive 4 Nashville Predators Tickets to a future game. There will be a photobooth on the concourse to capture the fun!

Trunk or Treat

In the spirit of the season, we're welcoming young trick-or-treaters to roam from tailgate to tailgate. Please bring some candy to share with the kids and make their Halloween extra special.

Tailgate Alley

For the 12th season, Austin Peay athletics presents Tailgate Alley in Lot 6 (Foy Lot). Limited single-game spaces are available for $20 per game and season ticket members will have access to purchase a season-long tailgating pass for the price of $75 per spot.

Fans will be able to take their reserved spots in Tailgate Alley at 11 a.m. Beginning at 12:30 p.m., Austin Peay campus police will close Stache Street and Tailgate Alley to further parking for the day.

Gov Walk

The team busses will arrive on Drane Street at approximately 12:30 a.m. and Walden will lead the Govs through Tailgate Alley and into Fortera Stadium! All are welcome to Tailgate Alley to cheer on Coach Walden and the Governors as they make their way to Fortera Stadium on gameday!

Buffalo Wild Wings Blazin' VIPeay Zone

Buffalo Wild Wings will provide all-you-can-eat food and drinks – including beer in the Blazin' VIPeay Zone, which will be in the south end zone of Fortera Stadium under the scoreboard and will open 60 minutes prior to kickoff before closing at the end of halftime.

Fans that attend Wednesday's coaches show at Buffalo Wild Wings on Wilma Rudolph Boulevard can receive a pass to the Blazin' VIPeay Zone by being one of the first 20 people to wear red and order an entrée at the Austin Peay Coaches Show. 

Fans who receive a pass at the Austin Peay Coaches Show must purchase a ticket – in any section – to the upcoming football game and redeem their pass that Saturday.

Tickets are Still on Sale!

Austin Peay Athletics tickets now are available through Ticketmaster! Single-game and season tickets are easily accessible through a mobile device, offering fans a safe and secure platform. Select here for more information on mobile ticketing through Ticketmaster.