Homecoming 2026

Get ready to travel the world and show your Decatur pride as Homecoming Week kicks off October 19–24!

• Seniors: Tropical Beaches
• Juniors: Skiing
• Sophomores: Jungle
• Freshmen: Big City

Class Competition: Throughout the week, students will earn class points through Spirit Week participation and Class Wars at the pep rally.

Get ready to show your Decatur pride and represent your class all week long!

• Friday, October 23 at 5:30 PM
• Our Bulldogs are taking HoCo '26 on the road. This year's Homecoming Parade will follow a NEW PARADE ROUTE.

Our trip around the world ends in Rio de Janeiro with a vibrant, Carnival-inspired evening to close out Homecoming Week!

• When & Where: Saturday, October 24 | 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM (no entry after 9:00 PM) in the DHS Gymnasium.

• Dress Code: Semi-Formal.

• DHS Student Tickets: $22 plus $2 in fees on GoFan starting Wednesday, October 7 at 7:00 PM (limited to 1,400 tickets). You may add an optional $5 PTSA donation (+ $1 fee) at checkout. If cost is a barrier, please reach out to Dr. Sprull by October 20 so we can ensure your student can attend.

• Guest Tickets: $22 purchased directly from Ms. Lockhart in Room 2109 by October 20. Guest forms were emailed to students, and guests must present a photo ID at entry.

• Entry & Tech Tip: Students must show their digital GoFan ticket and current DHS ID or Infinite Campus. Please load your tickets on your phone before arriving, as school Wi-Fi can be limited. Ticket purchase indicates agreement to follow all DHS expectations.

• Clear Bag Policy: Only clear bags 6" × 8" or smaller are permitted. All non-clear or oversized bags must be left at home

Head to GoFan starting Wednesday, October 7 at 7:00 PM to secure your student's ticket and submit any guest forms by October 20. We can't wait to see our Bulldogs celebrate together!

The dance event will implement a clear bag/purse policy exclusively. Bags must adhere to the dimensions of 8 inches in length, 6 inches in height, and 2 inches in width.

Get ready to travel the world and show your Bulldog pride as Decatur High School kicks off an action-packed Homecoming Spirit Week!

• Monday, Oct 19 – Jet Lag Monday (PJ Day): Kick off the trip in school-appropriate pajamas, comfy clothes, or travel-ready sleepwear to earn your class's first participation points.
• Tuesday, Oct 20 – Going Viral Around the World (Meme Day): Channel your favorite school-appropriate meme, viral moment, or internet character—make it recognizable enough to clear customs!
• Wednesday, Oct 21 – Airport Fit Day (Adam Sandler Day): Travel in ultimate comfort with oversized shirts, basketball shorts, sneakers, and hoodies for that signature laid-back airport look.
• Thursday, Oct 22 – Pack Your Bags (Dress Your Destination Day): Dress for your class theme or dream vacation spot—whether that’s a tropical beach, ski trip, jungle adventure, Paris, or NYC!
• Friday, Oct 23 – There's No Place Like Home (Blue Out Day & Pep Rally): Deck out tip-to-tail in BLUE for our morning Pep Rally and Class Wars, followed by the 5:30 PM Homecoming Parade and 7:00 PM football game against Dunwoody.
  
• Friday Evening, Oct 23 – Homecoming Parade (5:30 PM): Line the streets to cheer on our Bulldogs! (Keep an eye out for our NEW parade route map coming soon.)
• Friday Night, Oct 23 – Homecoming Football Game (7:00 PM): Wear your BLUE and GOLD and fill the stands as Decatur takes on Dunwoody at DHS.
• Saturday, Oct 24 – "Meet Me in Rio" Dance (7:30 PM – 10:00 PM): Semi-formal dance in the DHS Gymnasium (no entry after 9:00 PM). $22 student tickets on GoFan starting Oct 7 (DHS ID required). Non-DHS guest tickets must be approved and purchased via Ms. Lockhart in Room 2109 by Oct 19. Clear bags 6" x 8" or smaller only

Dress up so you can earn class points and show off your DHS spirit all week long!

Homecoming happens because parents show up to make it happen, and the PTSA is coordinating

volunteers. We need:

• Parade, Friday, October 23, 4:30 to 6:30 PM: 1 to 2 parents per grade
• Dance set up, Saturday, October 24, 5:00 to 7:00 PM: 4 to 6 volunteers
• Dance set up and dance, 7:00 to 9:00 PM: 4 to 6 volunteers
• Dance and clean up, 9:00 to 11:00 PM: 4 to 6 volunteers

If you have any questions, please reach out to the Decatur PTSA at president@decaturhighptsa.org.