Homecoming Events
2025 Homecoming Events
Bakersfield College is calling all creative minds in the Renegade community and challenging them to shine! Campus departments, offices, student organizations, and faculty are encouraged to join in the spirit of Homecoming by transforming their spaces into the world of Atlantis. From ancient ruins and legendary treasures to glowing undersea landscapes, let your creativity flow and show off your Renegade pride. Decorate your office or department to bring the mystery, myth, and magic of Atlantis Homecoming to life! Posters will be available for pickup in the Office of Student Life (Campus Center East, 1st Floor) beginning at Noon on Monday, October 6th. Which department or student organization will win? Sign your team up using the Homecoming Team Application.
Event Details
Begins Monday, October 6, 2025
Event Criteria
- Posters/Offices are judged on creativity, theme relevance, spirit, and Renegade Pride.
- One white blank poster board and some supplies may be provided in advance.
- Posters/Offices that are offensive or in bad spirit will be disqualified.
Judging
Begins Friday, October 10, 2025 at 10:00 AM. If not on main campus, email photos/videos of your office to studentlife@bakersfieldcollege.edu by Friday at 10:00AM.
Office Incentive
A catered lunch party for 25 for the winning office.
Points
- Team Entry: 200 points
- Third Place: 400 points
- Second Place: 600 points
- First Place: 800 points
Join in on an adventurous competition with your fellow Renegades! Not only will you have the chance to earn points for your team, but you’ll also get to cheer on your friends as they take on the challenge. Step into the spirit of Atlantis by dressing as a legendary hero, mythical explorer, or sea-inspired character that represents your Renegade pride. Show your strength, resilience, and creativity as you conquer the course and prove your place in the world of Atlantis Homecoming! Is your team planning on participating? Let us know by using the Homecoming Team Application.
Event Details
Monday, October 6, 2025
12:00PM - 3:00PM | CSS Lawn, BC Main Panorama Campus
Event Rules and Regulations
- Each team is highly encouraged to dress up as a legendary hero, mythical explorer, or sea-inspired character.
- Each team will have up to seven members participating in the event.
- Each team is encouraged to wear athletic attire and closed towed shoes.
- Each team player will navigate an obstacle course designed with various challenges.
- Each team will be timed.
- All team members must stay within marked boundaries.
Team Competition
A representative will be present to keep the score of those in attendance. Points will be awarded to teams entering the competitions and anyone on the team there to cheer their team on!
Points
- Team Entry: 200 points
- Third Place: 400 points
- Second Place: 600 points
- First Place: 800 points
Bakersfield College invites you to create gadgets and gizmos a-plenty at our paint and craft event. In the spirit of Atlantis, this event is all about discovery, intention, and creativity. Students will design their own seascape paintings, or whatever sea craft calls to them. Turn the ordinary into treasure with us! Which department or student organization will win? Sign your team up at by using the Homecoming Team Application.
Event Details
Tuesday, October 7, 2025
2:00PM - 3:30PM | Fireside Room, BC Main Panorama Campus
Team Competition
Attend the event and get team points.
Event Information
- Painting supplies will be available for free.
- Snacks will be available on a first come first serve basis.
Individual Incentive
Bring your vision to life!
Points
- Team Entry: 200 points
- Third Place: 400 points
- Second Place: 600 points
- First Place: 800 points
Prepare to dive into an underwater adventure with a movie chosen by our very own Renegades. Float up to the Renegade Event Center (on the third floor of the Campus Center) and let all your cares drift away! Is your team planning on joining us? Let us know by using the Homecoming Team Application.
Event Details
Wednesday, October 8, 2025
6:00PM - 9:00PM | Fine Arts 30, BC Main Panorama Campus
Event Information
- Popcorn and snacks will be available
- First come first serve
Team Competition
Attend the event and get team points.
Individual Incentive
Enjoy a getaway with an ocean view!
Points
- Team Entry: 200 points
- Third Place: 400 points
- Second Place: 600 points
- First Place: 800 points
Get ready for a legendary night of music with Student Life at Sing Like a Siren: Karaoke Night! Don’t sign your voice away, let your voice sing! Whether you swim solo or have a pod of friends, this is your chance to make waves, share laughs, and create unforgettable memories. Don’t miss this chance to channel your inner Siren and show off your Renegade spirit! Let us know your team will be there using the Homecoming Team Application.
Event Details
Thursday, October 9, 2025
6:00PM - 8:00PM | Campus Center 232, BC Main Panorama Campus
Event Criteria
Show up to participate!
Team Competition
Attend the event and get team points.
Points
- Team Entry: 200 points
- Third Place: 400 points
- Second Place: 600 points
- First Place: 800 points
Dress in your best Atlantis-inspired look and get ready to dance the night away at the Atlantis Gala: Legends, Myth & Mystery! Step into the magic of the lost city as we celebrate Homecoming with music, lights, and legendary Renegade spirit. Don’t forget to bring your BC ID for entry. RSVP ahead of time to help make the event flow. Free refreshments will be provided. Will your team be attending the dance? Be sure to RSVP using the Homecoming Team Application.
Event Details
Friday, October 10, 2025
6:00PM - 9:00PM | Renegade Event Center, BC Main Panorama Campus
RSVP
RSVP using the Homecoming Dance RSVP Form for a night you won't forget, brought to you by BCSGA!
Individual Incentive
Enjoy a wonderful night full of dancing and fun!
Points
Team members will check in at the BCSGA table at the beginning of the event. Members will be cross-referenced with the team roster; thus, a picture ID may be needed. Team members may also bring additional guests for a larger attendance record. Teams will be awarded points based on the number of attendees.
- Team Entry: 200 points
- Third Place: 400 points
- Second Place: 600 points
- First Place: 800 points
We welcome all teams to enter into our Homecoming Parade March and Homecoming Booth Decorating!
This is the final celebration before the big game! The Office of Student Life encourages all teams and community entities to go above and beyond this year and join us for our Parade March and decorate booths at the stadium that are eye-catching for all of the spectators.
Entries must incorporate the Homecoming theme into their booths. Booths will be judged on creativity, visual appeal, and engagement. Please arrive on time to decorate your booth early so it is exciting. Please put some time and effort into these.
The Office of Student Life reserves the right to revoke any entry from the Parade March and Booth Decorating if the entry or team members are not abiding by the parade rules listed in this Homecoming Packet or at the discretion of the Dean of Students.
This year, we’re excited to run the parade march alongside the Alumni BBQ — the perfect stage to show off your Renegade pride! Be ready to debut your best Atlantis-inspired gear and booth, bringing to life the legends, treasures, and spirit of the lost city. Let’s make this year’s Ride the Tide: Homecoming Parade of Treasures one to remember!
Event Details
Saturday, October 11, 2025
3:00PM | Renegade Crossroads into Stadium
Booth Criteria
- Booths are judged on creativity, theme relevance, spirit, and Renegade Pride
- Booths can include as many individuals as needed
- Booths built by students or student organizations who may need additional assistance, please email studentlife@bakersfieldcollege.edu with your request
- Booths that are offensive or in bad spirit will be disqualified
- Booth Members must all abide by the Parade Rules
Registration Form
Use the Homecoming Team Application
Points
- Team Entry: 400 points
- Third Place: 600 points
- Second Place: 1000 points
- First Place: 1500 points
Booth/Parade March Rules
- Check-in will begin at 2:15 p.m. on Saturday, October 11, 2025 and all entries must be checked in by 2:30 p.m. Any entry not checked in at this time will not participate in the parade. Booths and participants must check-in and be present at the BC Northwest Parking Lot – Admin/Faculty Parking Lot located at Panorama Drive and Haley.
- The route of the parade march will be through the internal sidewalk routes of the campus grounds.
- Only one representative from each team will register their entry.
- All entries can be inspected by the Department of College Safety.
- Booths that fail to comply with any federal, state, and local laws, or are in any way offensive in nature will be dismissed from the parade by Police and will be disqualified from the homecoming competition.
- No alcohol or drugs are to be present or consumed at any time. Anyone violating the alcohol policy, displaying unsportsmanlike conduct or any other disruptive or inappropriate behavior will be turned over to the Police and/or the Office of Student Life.
- Nothing shall be thrown, sprayed, or discarded along the parade route (includes candy, rice, etc.) for the safety of the spectators. Participants are welcome to walk along the side of the route and hand out items to discourage spectators from running into the parade march route.
- This is a forward moving parade march and there will be no stopping on the parade route unless the Department of College Safety states so. Participants may perform but must continue moving forward along the route.
- Entries with sound amplification must maintain a reasonable volume so as not to interfere with units ahead or behind, and College Officials must be informed of the music prior to staging. (This will need to be indicated on the registration form each entry is required to return before the start).
- All participants are responsible for removing all booth equipment, decorations, and any other items from the staging area, parade route, and at the final staging area. Items MUST be removed on Saturday by the end of the Homecoming Game
- Bakersfield College is not responsible for any theft, damage, or negligence brought on by this event.
- The Office of Student Life reserves the right to add and/or change any of the rules and regulations to ensure a fair and safe Homecoming parade event.
Booth Requirements
- Each Booth must be identifiable (i.e. banner, sign, etc.) for the team.
- If the Parade March entry is a vehicle, the driver must be 18 years or older.
- All vehicles must be registered with the Department of Motor Vehicles and insured.
- If your entry has a trailer attached, a 5 lb. ABC (min 2A/10BC rating) fire extinguisher must be present during the inspection and the remainder of the parade.
- Generators must be uncovered in an unenclosed space and away from any combustibles.
- Safety Chains are always affixed if relevant.
- Any passengers in the Parade March should be in a secure location (i.e. railing, etc.). Participants will not be permitted to get on or off any vehicle once the parade march begins.
- No open flames are permitted.
- Pyrotechnics are not permitted.
- Drivers must have 180 degree forward vision.
- Distance between parade march vehicle units is to be maintained at least 30 feet.
By agreeing to the above, all Homecoming participants and their entries agree to the above rules and requirements. If any of these rules or requirements is violated, entries will be handed over to the Department of Public Safety and will be disqualified from any homecoming competitions this year, will not be invited to participate in future Homecoming activities, and will be reported to the Office of Student Life.
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