Dexter, Missouri - The Community Homecoming Tailgate will be held on September 30th from 4:30 p.m. until the start of the Dexter Bearcats vs Kennett Indians Homecoming Football Game at 7:00 p.m. This year's event will be held near the entrance of Charles Bland Stadium.
A "Super-Homecoming" has been planned surrounding the traditional Dexter Bearcat Homecoming that will not only celebrate our current students at DHS, but will provide a true social "Homecoming" event for alumni of the Dexter Public Schools.
WHY HAVE A SUPER HOMECOMING? The goal is to create an event that will increase community pride and school spirit on an even larger scale. To create a wholesome social event that broadens the fun and excitement of Homecoming and to encourage alumni to return to our community and enjoy all that Dexter has to offer!
Several business have already signed up to TAILGATE with plenty of FREE Bearcat "stuff" along with food and games! Win some prizes or buy a souvenir from the Bearcat Booster Club! You will have the time of your life. Perfect for class reunions and churches to show your support and have fun. Countywide Insurance, SoutheastHEALTH of Stoddard County, Key Drugs, Class of 1981, Regional Healthcare Foundation, Preferred Hospice, Young Real Estate LLC, Brannan Insurance, Bank of Advance, and First Commercial Bank so far have signed up with tailgate spots!
The ShowMe Times will be there taking photos of each booth and tons of Bearcat fans prior to the coronation of the Homecoming Queen at 6:30 p.m.
Southeast Health is sponsoring a Kids Fun Zone. Children of all ages are encouraged to jump and play in the bounce houses and get their faces painted for the game. There is NO admission fees for the bounce houses.
Get your tailgate spot TODAY! Deadline is September 14th. Cost for two booth spots is $75.00. Four parking spot booths is $125.00 An additional $25 charge will be added after the deadline date. Make checks payable to Dexter Bearcat Community Tailgate.
For more information on booths or to drop a check off contact Hillary Starnes at the Dexter Chamber of Commerce (573) 624-7458. Proceeds will go to Dexter Student Organizations.
For more information about the 2016 Homecoming Community Event check out their Facebook page by clicking here.
