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Kansas Sets 2026 Homecoming, Family Weekend Dates
Jayhawks to host Middle Tennessee State, Baylor in key home matchups.
Published on Feb. 12, 2026
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The University of Kansas has announced the dates for its 2026 football season, including Family Weekend on October 3rd against Middle Tennessee State and the 114th Homecoming celebration on October 24th when the Jayhawks face Baylor.
Why it matters
Homecoming is a long-standing tradition at the University of Kansas, drawing alumni and fans to Lawrence for a celebratory weekend of football and festivities. These events generate significant economic activity for the local community.
The details
The 2026 season will feature six home games for Kansas, including matchups against Long Island, Missouri, Middle Tennessee, Baylor, UCF, and BYU. Head coach Lance Leipold will lead a team featuring returning players like offensive tackle Calvin Clements, wide receiver Cam Pickett, and defensive standouts Trey Lathan and Blake Herold.
- The University of Kansas has revealed key dates for the 2026 football season.
- Family Weekend is scheduled for October 3rd, 2026 against Middle Tennessee State.
- The 114th Homecoming celebration will take place on October 24th, 2026 when the Jayhawks face Baylor.
The players
Lance Leipold
The head coach of the Kansas Jayhawks football team.
Calvin Clements
An offensive tackle returning for the Jayhawks in 2026.
Cam Pickett
A wide receiver returning for the Jayhawks in 2026.
Trey Lathan
A linebacker returning for the Jayhawks in 2026.
Blake Herold
A defensive tackle returning for the Jayhawks in 2026.
What’s next
The KU Alumni association will provide further details regarding Homecoming events at kualumni.org/homecoming.
The takeaway
The University of Kansas' 114-year Homecoming tradition exemplifies the enduring appeal of these celebratory college football weekends, which generate significant economic impact for the local community.
