Bobcat Family Tent 2026

After the Homecoming Parade, keep the celebration going with the Alumni Association at the Ping Rec Center Lawn! We’re throwing a family-friendly Bobcat party packed with fun: DJ • Photo Booth • Mechanical Bull • Bouncy House Inflatables • Face Painting • Balloon + Caricature Artists • Giveaways • Food • Dessert Vendors • Open Gym Time • Screen Printing • Cheer Team Performances + More! Where: Charles J. Ping Recreation Center Lawn 82 South Green Drive, Athens, OH 45701 When: Saturday, October 10 Time: 11:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Price: $15 for ages 10+ • Free for kids 9 & under Pre-registration is highly encouraged! Help us plan for the fun and skip the lines! Your registration includes all activities plus a delicious buffet with BBQ classics and light refreshments provided by the Ohio University Alumni Association. Chips and Dip • Chicken Tenders • Corndogs • Pulled Pork Sliders • Veggie Burgers • Mac and Cheese Bring the whole family and drop in any time after the parade, and bring your Bobcat pride! 🐾💚 If you have any questions, contact Chloe Kantowicz at [email protected]. If you’re looking for a fun tailgate experience, check out the OHIO Homecoming Alumni Tailgate. Bring your friends to a party filled with Bobcat pride, great food and drinks, music, and the excitement that only Homecoming can bring. Catch up with representatives from across OHIO, learn what's new, and reconnect with the college or program that helped shape your Bobcat experience. Support the Alumni Association Legacy Scholarship! The Ohio University Alumni Association Legacy Scholarship, created in 2003, helps children and grandchildren of Ohio University alumni continue the Bobcat tradition. Throughout history, many OHIO families have proudly shared the alumni experience. During the final registration step for this event, you will be able to make your gift. If you are unable to attend this event or would like to donate separately from the registration process, make your gift now!