Laker Kickoff 2026
August 28 | 6–11 p.m.
6 – 7 p.m. | NEW STUDENT WELCOME AND CLASS PHOTO
Head to Lubbers Stadium for a welcome celebration for YOU, our newest Lakers, featuring:
Laker Marching Band
Laker Dance Team
GVSU Cheer Team
Student Senate President, Lukas Hartley
Head football coach, Coach Wooster
President Mantella
Annual class photo
and more!
7 p.m. | STUDENT PARADE TO THE LAWN PARTY
7–11 p.m. | KIRKHOF LAWN PARTY
Join fellow Lakers for a lawn party featuring a FREE hot dog meal, vouchers for our amazing line-up of food trucks, a foam pit, DJ, student performances, carnival games, and more!
9:30 p.m. | DRONE SHOW AND FIREWORKS
Head to the designated viewing area on the Kirkhof lawn for the best spot to check out this annual show!
Should you require special accommodations or have accessibility needs during this event, please reach out to our
Student Accessibility Resources team and they can assist you.
Laker Kickoff 2025 Photos
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