Bowie State University vs. Johnson C. University

Experience Bulldog Football Like Never Before.

Homecoming is a time to celebrate Bowie State University and connect with students, alumni and community members near and far. As we welcome everyone back for this year’s festivities, we’re committed to ensuring a safe, memorable and family-friendly experience on campus.

Witness the sheer talent and dedication of our student-athletes as they demonstrate their skills, passion, and commitment to the game. Our football team is renowned for its winning spirit, and every game is a chance to see them shine.

Yes. Anyone planning to be on campus for Homecoming Day, Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026, must either purchase a game day ticket or register for campus access.

Please secure your ticket or registration as soon as possible.

Are you watching the game?

Purchase a Homecoming football ticket. It doubles as your campus registration, so no separate registration is needed. Bowie State students can claim one free ticket with a Bulldog ID.

Are you coming to campus, but not watching the game?

If you plan to attend other events on campus, register for campus access.

If you need to purchase a tailgating space, see Homecoming Parking.

Note: Parking is not included with campus registration or a game ticket purchase. See the Parking on Campus section for more information.

We encourage you to take the MARC train to campus. A free shuttle will run between the train station and campus.

If you're driving, we recommend parking at a satellite location and taking the shuttle to campus.

Parking on campus

If you prefer to park on campus, you'll need to purchase a parking ticket.

Note: You would still need to purchase a game-day ticket or register for campus access.

Parking is limited and traffic can be heavy, so expect delays. We highly recommend that you either take the MARC train to campus or park at a satellite location and take the shuttle bus to campus.

Your football ticket will also serve as your campus registration. If you plan to attend other events on campus but are not attending the football game, please register for campus access(opens in a new tab).

If you prefer to park on campus, you'll need to purchase a parking ticket.

Note: You would still need to purchase a game-day ticket or register for campus access.

Parking is limited and traffic can be heavy, so expect delays. We highly recommend that you either take the MARC train to campus or park at a satellite location and take the shuttle bus to campus.

We highly recommend taking the MARC train to campus.

Bowie State University is accessible via the Bowie State MARC station at 13900 Jericho Park Road, Bowie, MD 20715.

Free on game day: MARC Penn Line service will be free for everyone commuting to campus on Homecoming Day, Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026.

Student discount: Bowie State students will receive 50% off MARC train fares during Homecoming Week, Oct. 18-25, 2026. Register here(opens in a new tab).

Shuttles will run from the MARC train parking lots to Henry Circle for Homecoming attendees.

Registration QR codes will be scanned upon arrival at the MARC station for campus access.

For more information, see MARC Train to the Bowie State Station(opens in a new tab).

Free parking on Homecoming Day will be available at Saddlebrook East Community Park. Use 8311 Race Track Rd, Bowie, MD 20715, for GPS directions.

A shuttle will run between Saddlebrook East Community Park and Bowie State University every 30 minutes, from 8 a.m.-8 p.m. You must show your campus registration or Homecoming football game ticket to board the shuttle bus.

Campus closes promptly at 7 p.m. We recommend that you arrive at the shuttle bus pick-up location by 6:30 p.m. This can help you stay ahead of exit traffic. The shuttle bus pick-up location is at Henry Circle (campus map).

No one will be granted access to campus after 6 p.m., except for students.

Students should carry their Bowie State ID. Share Drop-off and Pick-up Area

Registration allows us to provide important safety information and updates to attendees before, during and after Homecoming. Knowing who will be on-site makes it easier to account for everyone in case of an emergency and enables quick communication during emergencies. Registration also helps ensure that our campus doesn’t exceed safe limits, which is crucial for crowd control and emergency evacuations, and it can help identify any unauthorized individuals, thereby enhancing overall security.

As a reminder, all faculty, staff and students are required to have their Bowie Bulldog ID Card visible while on campus. Please note the BSU Department of Athletics has a clear bag policy for all athletic events.

We appreciate your support and understanding as we implement these public safety measures. Thank you for helping us keep Homecoming safe, welcoming and fun for the whole family.

Fans attending the game who are included on a complimentary pass list must verbally state the name of the individual who left them a ticket and present a valid photo identification card to a staff member at the ticket booth located in front of the Leonidas S. James Physical Education Complex. After the ID is confirmed, a signature is required, and they will receive a wristband for game entry.

We're excited to have you join us.

To ensure everyone’s safety and enjoyment, please be aware that all attendees will go through a security check, including a weapon/metal detector screening, at the entrance. We recommend arriving early to allow time for this process.

See more information about homecoming here(opens in a new tab).

Important Information:

1. Clear Bag Policy: To ensure a safe and enjoyable experience, please review our clear bag policy here(opens in a new tab). Only clear bags that comply with the policy will be allowed into the arena.

2. Athletic Website: For more information about the game, team stats, and upcoming events, visit our athletic website by clicking here(opens in a new tab).

3. Bowie State University's Website: Click here(opens in a new tab).

4. Campus Map: Click here(opens in a new tab).

If you have any questions or need assistance, feel free to reach out to the Bulldog Card Office at 301-860-3792.