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Join Us for Homecoming 2026!

The WKU Hilltoppers return to The Hill for the 2026 Homecoming Game against Jax State on Saturday, November 14 at Houchens Industries-L.T. Smith Stadium. Kickoff is set for 2:30 PM, and we look forward to welcoming alumni, students, fans, and friends of WKU for one of the most exciting traditions of the year!

Before heading to campus, please review the Football Parking and Tailgating Map for details regarding parking, tailgating, shuttle service, disability access, and road closures.

Pre-Game Parking Impacts

Reserved Lots Beginning Friday, November 13^th at 4:30 PM
(Vehicles must be removed by 5:00 PM to avoid relocation)

• West Stadium Lot
• Avenue of Champions Faculty/Staff Parking
• PS2, First Floor
• Creason Lot OZ Zone and area nearest the softball field
• South Lawn Lot

Reserved Lots Beginning Saturday, November 14^th at 5:00 AM
(Vehicles must be removed by 7:00 AM to avoid relocation)

• PS2, Levels 2-5
• CHB Lot (next to PS1)
• McCormack Lot
• McLean Service Drive
• PS1, Levels 1-3
• H1 and FS3 permits honored on Levels 4-7
• Lots surrounding Diddle Arena

Alternate Parking

The following locations are available to permit holders who have been displaced from their designated parking area:

• Chestnut Street South Lot
• Park Street Lot
• Parking Structure 3
• Alumni Square Garage
• Adams Street Lot
• Kentucky Street Lot

Homecoming Tailgating & Traditions

Tailgating

• Tailgating areas open at 8:00 AM
• Topper Walk begins at approximately 12:12 PM at Parking Structure 1.
• Avenue of Champions and College Heights Blvd. from Cherry Hall to PS1 will briefly close during Topper Walk.

Come early, enjoy the festivities, and help create an unforgettable Homecoming atmosphere for the Hilltoppers!

Free Parking & Shuttle Service

Free parking with shuttle service to Houchens-Smith Stadium is available from:

• Creason Lot
• Parking Structure 3
• Adams Street Lot
• Kentucky Street Lot
• Alumni Square Garage
• Russellville Road West Lot

Shuttle Service Begins:

• 11:30 AM: Parking Structure 3 and Creason Lot
• 12:30 PM: Adams Street, Kentucky Street, Alumni Square Garage, and Russellville Road West Lot

Shuttle Stops are Located:

·         The transit stop for PS3 and Creason Lot is located at the PS3 bus stop.

·         The transit stop for Russellville Road West Lot is located at the bus stop in the lot.

·         The transit stop for Adams Street Lot, Kentucky Street Lot, and Alumni Square Garage is located at the corner of Kentucky Street and Alumni Ave.

Shuttle service pauses at kickoff and resumes at halftime to approximately one hour after the game. All Topper Transit buses are ADA accessible.

RV Parking

• Service & Supply Lot reserved beginning 4:30 PM on Friday, November 13^th.
• Reserved RV parking available beginning 4:30 PM on Friday, November 13^th.
• Contact HAF at 270-745-5321 to reserve a space.
• Public RV parking available in Creason Lot on a first-come, first-served basis beginning at 4:30 PM on Friday, November 13^th.
• Driving lanes must remain open at all times.

Road Closures & Traffic

• Avenue of Champions closes at 10:30 AM.
• Use Regents Avenue or Minton Circle for pick-ups and drop-offs during the closure.
• No rideshare or food delivery access will be permitted at College Heights Blvd or Avenue of Champions.
• WKU and Bowling Green Police will direct traffic away from campus following the game as needed.

For additional parking and transportation information, visit wku.edu/transportation and follow #WKUKnowParking on social media.

Go Tops!

We look forward to welcoming everyone back to The Hill for a memorable Homecoming celebration.  Plan ahead, arrive early, and enjoy a great day of WKU football, traditions, and Hilltopper pride!

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