The Citadel at VMI Football Weekend

Join Citadel alumni and friends in Lexington, Virginia, on Saturday, Nov. 14, 2026, as the Bulldogs take on VMI in the Military Classic of the South. Kickoff is scheduled for 12:30 p.m.

Hosted by The Citadel Club of Greater Washington, D.C. (CCGW), RVA Citadel Club, Roanoke Citadel Alumni Club, Hampton Roads Citadel Club and The Citadel Alumni Association (CAA), this weekend of activities is a great opportunity to reconnect with members of the Long Gray Line, enjoy fellowship and cheer on the Bulldogs.

Registration Information

Registration for parking and Saturday’s alumni tailgate is available through the Citadel Club of Greater Washington, D.C.

Registration Deadline: Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR PARKING AND THE TAILGATE »

Friday, Nov. 13 — Informal Alumni Gathering

Kick off the weekend with an informal gathering of Citadel alumni and friends. No registration is required, and attendees are responsible for their own food and beverages.

Location: Outpost Taproom & Kitchen
50 Northwind Lane
Lexington, VA 24450

Time: 6–8 p.m.
Cost: Pay as you go
Registration: Not required

Join Citadel alumni and friends in Lexington, Virginia, on Saturday, Nov. 14, 2026, as the Bulldogs take on VMI in the Military Classic of the South. Kickoff is scheduled for 12:30 p.m.

Hosted by The Citadel Club of Greater Washington, D.C. (CCGW), RVA Citadel Club, Roanoke Citadel Alumni Club, Hampton Roads Citadel Club and The Citadel Alumni Association (CAA), this weekend of activities is a great opportunity to reconnect with members of the Long Gray Line, enjoy fellowship and cheer on the Bulldogs.

Registration Information

Registration for parking and Saturday’s alumni tailgate is available through the Citadel Club of Greater Washington, D.C.

Registration Deadline: Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR PARKING AND THE TAILGATE »

Friday, Nov. 13 — Informal Alumni Gathering

Kick off the weekend with an informal gathering of Citadel alumni and friends. No registration is required, and attendees are responsible for their own food and beverages.

Location: Outpost Taproom & Kitchen
50 Northwind Lane
Lexington, VA 24450

Time: 6–8 p.m.
Cost: Pay as you go
Registration: Not required

Weekend Hotel Accommodations

A block of rooms has been reserved for Citadel alumni and friends at Spark by Hilton.

Hotel: Spark by Hilton
2814 N. Lee Highway
Lexington, VA 24450

Group Code: ELC

When making your reservation, use group code ELC to access the Citadel alumni room block.

Saturday, Nov. 14 — Tailgate & Football

Join fellow alumni and friends for a pregame tailgate before the Bulldogs take on the VMI Keydets.

Parking

Lot Opens: 7:30 a.m.

Parking spaces are available through the CCGW registration page. Advance registration is required to reserve a parking space.

Alumni Tailgate

Time: 10:30 a.m.–noon

Tailgate food must be ordered in advance through the CCGW registration page.

Beverages: Bring your own beverages. Attendees should be aware of and comply with VMI’s alcohol policies.

Military Classic of the South

Game: The Citadel Bulldogs vs. VMI Keydets
Kickoff: 12:30 p.m.

Football game tickets must be purchased separately.

Register Before Oct. 31

Don’t miss this opportunity to reconnect with Citadel alumni from across the region and support the Bulldogs in Lexington!

Registration for parking and tailgate food closes Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026.

REGISTER FOR THE VMI WEEKEND TAILGATE & PARKING »

Saturday, Nov. 14 — Tailgate & Football

Join fellow alumni and friends for a pregame tailgate before the Bulldogs take on the VMI Keydets.

Parking

Lot Opens: 7:30 a.m.

Parking spaces are available through the CCGW registration page. Advance registration is required to reserve a parking space.

Alumni Tailgate

Time: 10:30 a.m.–noon

Tailgate food must be ordered in advance through the CCGW registration page.

Beverages: Bring your own beverages. Attendees should be aware of and comply with VMI’s alcohol policies.

Military Classic of the South

Game: The Citadel Bulldogs vs. VMI Keydets
Kickoff: 12:30 p.m.

Football game tickets must be purchased separately.

Register Before Oct. 31

Don’t miss this opportunity to reconnect with Citadel alumni from across the region and support the Bulldogs in Lexington!

Registration for parking and tailgate food closes Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026.

REGISTER FOR THE VMI WEEKEND TAILGATE & PARKING »