Get ready to roar, Tiger Nation! Savannah State University (SSU), Georgia’s First Public HBCU, rolls out the orange and blue carpet for its annual week-long Homecoming. Affectionately known as “The S.H.O.W.” (Savannah Homecoming on the Water), this year’s celebration is set for October 19th – 25th.
The 2025 festivities mark the inaugural Homecoming for SSU’s new President, Dr. Jermaine Whirl, who took the helm of the university on April 1st. Homecoming at SSU is a long-standing tradition and a celebration of pride, legacy and Tiger spirit.
The week brings together thousands of alumni, students, faculty, and community members. The celebration kicks off on Sunday, October 19th with a stirring performance at a Tiny Desk Gospel Concert. Other signature events include the Coronation of Mister and Miss Savannah State University and the Homecoming Alumni Connection on October 23rd; the Alumni Kickback and Yard Fest on October 24th; and the Homecoming Parade in downtown Savannah on October 25th. The celebration culminates with a tailgate party and a highly anticipated homecoming football game against Morehouse College on Saturday, October 25th, followed by a fireworks display to close out the week…