80 Years ofBrotherhood
FVSU Homecoming · October 22–24, 2026
Eight decades ago, Gamma Zeta was chartered at Fort Valley State University. This Homecoming we come home to celebrate 80 years of legacy, brotherhood, and Ice Cold excellence. The full experience is coming soon — join the list to be the first to know.
80
Years of Brotherhood
1946
Chartered at FVSU
3
Days of Celebration
Three Days Under the Tents
One weekend, 80 years in the making. Here's how we celebrate the milestone.
Thursday
October 22- Blue Carpet Ultimate Networking Experience & Business Directory Unveiling5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
- Brotherhood Social8:00 PM· Bon Vivant · Warner Robins, GA
Friday
October 23- Legacy Walk
- Fish Fry12:00 PM· 263 Jones St. · Fort Valley
- Yard Fest12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
- Alumni Day2Night Party4:00 PM – 11:00 PM· FVSU Ag Tech Center
- Welcome Back Social · Friday Night Kickback & GZ HOF Event6:00 PM – 12:00 AM· Brother Jones’ House
- Food ready at 6:00 PM: Hot dogs, hamburgers, fish & Lowcountry Boil
- Step Show at 7:00 PM
- GZ HOF Event at 8:06 PM (program by Brother Lockhart)
- Bring a bottle and a side dish to help (optional)
Saturday
October 24- TailgatingBegins 6:00 AM
- Homecoming Parade9:00 AM· Downtown Fort Valley · State University Dr.
- Homecoming Game · FVSU Wildcats vs. Lane College2:00 PM Kickoff· Wildcat Stadium
- The Valley After Dark Celebration8:00 PM – 12:00 AM· Courtyard Marriott · Warner Robins
Look Back at the Yard
Eighty years of moments — from the Legacy Walk bricks to the yard. Tap any photo to take a closer look, then come add to the legacy with us this October.
Explore the Chapter Lineage
Eight decades of lines, from the 1946 Charter Line to today. Browse every line by decade and see the brothers who crossed before you.
The 80th Anniversary Tee
Rep eight decades of Gamma Zeta in style. This commemorative ringer tee features the official 80 Years seal — black and gold, sphinx and laurels, chartered 1946 — made for brothers to wear proudly all Homecoming weekend.
Get your order in early so you have yours in hand before we hit the yard. Let's show up and show out together.
Order Your Shirt (opens in a new tab)Make Your $75 Contribution
Let's beat last year's record of 76 paid brothers. Every contribution keeps the food, drinks, and atmosphere flowing all weekend long.
Each brother is asked to contribute $75.00 to support the tailgate — tents, catering, DJ & entertainment, drinks, tables, chairs, power, and setup. Early contributions help us lock in vendors and logistics. Paid brothers receive a wristband for full access to food and drinks.
Wristband Policy
Here's how wristbands work at the tailgate so everyone knows what to expect at check-in.
The bartender and caterer will not serve anyone without a wristband — or without being accompanied by a wristband holder, for guests. These guidelines protect the investment of our contributing brothers, keep things fair, and make sure food and drinks reach those who helped support the tailgate.
Paid Brothers
- Each paid brother receives one wristband covering food, drinks, and full tailgate access.
- A spouse or significant other may request one additional wristband; brothers may also request a second for a child or another guest.
- Paid double or triple? You are eligible for the matching number of wristbands.
- Extra guest wristbands must be requested at check-in — they are not issued automatically — and placed on your guest upon check-in.
- Wristbands are premium-grade plastic bands and will need to be cut off at the end of the festivities.
Visiting Brothers (Non-GZ)
- Visiting Alpha brothers are welcome to check in and receive a wristband.
- They must be wearing Alpha paraphernalia or be vouched for by a Gamma Zeta brother — no exceptions.
Gamma Zeta Brothers
- Non-paid Gamma Zeta brothers are encouraged to pay and donate on-site to receive their wristband.
- All undergraduate GZ brothers will get a wristband as always.
- Undergrads may bring female guests to eat and drink, but must personally accompany their guests to the food and bar areas — no solo access for guests.
The Gamma Zeta Legacy Fund
In honor of 80 years of brotherhood, we are building an endowment with Fort Valley State University to expand scholarships and support student success for generations to come. Every gift — large or small — moves us closer to ensuring FVSU continues to thrive. Your gift today makes an immediate impact.
Give to the EndowmentAfter clicking give, be sure to select Alpha Phi Alpha Gamma Zeta Legacy Fund under the designation menu so your gift reaches the endowment.
fvsu.edu/advancement/give-online
Frequently Asked
The questions we hear most from the brothers. Still stuck? Join the list below and we'll get you an answer.
Yes. Your $75 contribution covers you and one guest for the tailgate — food, drinks, and the full tailgating experience on Saturday. Bringing more than one guest? Reach out and we'll help you sort it out.
Scan the Cash App QR code in the contribution section above, send to $GammaZetaAlumni on Cash App, or use PayPal. Every dollar keeps the food, drinks, and atmosphere flowing all weekend.
The $75 contribution is specifically for the brothers' tailgate. Other events across the weekend — like the Blue Carpet experience, Yard Fest, and the parade — may have their own details. Join the list below and we'll send full ticketing and access info as it's finalized.
Homecoming runs October 22–24 at Fort Valley State University, with select events at the FVSU Ag Tech Center and the Courtyard Marriott in Warner Robins. See the full schedule above for times and locations.
The sooner the better — early contributions help us plan food and supplies accurately. We'll announce a firm cutoff to the list as we get closer, so lock in your spot early.
Join the list below with your info and note your question — a member of the HC 2026 Committee will follow up with you directly.
Join the List
Drop your info below and we'll keep you posted on tickets, tailgate details, and every event of Homecoming weekend.