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Events Open to Community

Throughout the year, community members are invited to join Georgia Southwestern in a variety of celebrations such as annual Homecoming festivities, 'Under the Lights' soccer kick-off, fine arts exhibitions, musical performances, summer camps, and more!

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Upcoming Events

Concert band playing instruments
21 Apr

GSW Concert

7:30 pm Jackson Hall Join us in Jackson Hall on Tuesday, April 21 for a concert featuring the GSW Concert Choir & Southwest Civic Chorus as well as the GSW Concert Band and Jazz Band. This event is free and open to the public!
Graduate pointing into the crowd
7 May

Spring Graduation

11:00 am and 2:30 pm ceremonies GSW Storm Dome Join Georgia Southwestern in celebrating our Spring 2026 graduates at the Storm Dome. Family and friends may attend in person or view the live-streamed event.
Helicopter dropping golf balls
8 May

Hailstorm Athletics Fundraiser

6:00 pm Griffin Bell Golf & Conference Center Join us at Griffin Bell Golf & Conference Center as the Georgia Southwestern State University Athletics Department holds its Annual Hail Storm! Will your golf ball be the closest to the target for $25,000?
Summer Reading Adventure Camp event card
26 May

Summer Reading Camp

May 26 at 8:30 am - May 28 at 11:30am GSW College of Education Join us for Summer Reading Adventure Camp! Rising Kindergarten through 5th grade readers will develop a love for reading while building foundational literacy, vocabulary acquisition, and reading comprehension skills! Click the event card above for more details on pricing and registration.
Baseball youth camp card
26 May

Baseball Summer Youth Camp

May 26 - 28, 2026 GSW Baseball Complex Players ages 5 to 14 will join GSW baseball coaches and players to expand their baseball skills. Cost is $125 per player for the three-day camp running May 26 - 28.
Softball camp card
26 May

Softball Summer Youth Camp

May 26 - 28, 2026 GSW Softball Complex Players ages 5 to 12 will join GSW softball coaches and players to expand their softball skills. Cost is $125 per player for the three-day camp running May 26 - 28.
Youth basketball camp event card
1 Jun

Missy Tiber Youth Basketball Day Camp

9:00 am - 4:00 pm GSW Storm Dome In this 4 day camp running Jun. 1-4, kids will learn basketball fundamentals through fun games and competitions! Campers will be grouped by age/skill level, with daily prizes, a GSW Hurricanes t-shirt, and lunch provided on full days. Grades K-8 welcome. Cost is $165 per player. Discount codes available for GSW employees and early birds!
Baseball player running
1 Jun

Baseball Team Camp

TBD GSW Baseball Complex Join GSW baseball coaches for a one-day team camp that will feature instruction, a showcase / pro style workout and competitive games in which high school players can display their talents. Dates TBD.
Braves and Brewers logos on cards
20 Jun

GSW Day at Truist Park

2:00 pm Truist Park, Atlanta, Georgia GSW Alumni & Friends will return to Truist Park to watch the Atlanta Braves take on the Milwaukee Brewers! First pitch is at 4:10 pm, and registered ticket holders enjoy pregame access to Over the Moon with a BBQ buffet starting at 2:10 pm. Reserved seating is in the Diamond Corner, Section 112.
Youth basketball camp event card
13 Jul

Missy Tiber Youth Basketball Day Camp

9:00 am - 4:00 pm GSW Storm Dome In this 4 day camp running July 13-16, kids will learn basketball fundamentals through fun games and competitions! Campers will be grouped by age/skill level, with daily prizes, a GSW Hurricanes t-shirt, and lunch provided on full days. Grades K-8 welcome. Cost is $165 per player. Discount codes available for GSW employees and early birds!
Baseball youth camp card
20 Jul

Baseball Summer Youth Camp

July 20 - 22, 2026 GSW Baseball Complex Players ages 5 to 14 will join GSW baseball coaches and players to expand their baseball skills. Cost is $125 per player for the three-day camp running July 20 - 22.
Softball event card
20 Jul

Softball Summer Youth Camp

July 20 - 22, 2026 GSW Softball Complex Players ages 5 to 12 will join GSW softball coaches and players to expand their softball skills. Cost is $125 per player for the three-day camp running July 20 - 22.
Community members watching fireworks show
27 Aug

Under the Lights

TBA GSW Soccer Fields Cheer on Canes soccer during an exciting home opener! Enjoy free admission, free food, giveaways, kids activities, and an amazing post-match firework show.
Homecoming & Family Weekend graphic
12 Oct

Homecoming and Family Weekend

October 12 - 17 GSW Campus Save the date for Homecoming and Family Weekend 2026! The week will be filled with fun activities, lasting memories, and the celebration of what it means to be a Cane.
Two graduates of the College of Education in cap and gown
10 Dec

Fall Graduation

TBA GSW Storm Dome Join Georgia Southwestern in celebrating our Fall 2026 graduates at the Storm Dome. Family and friends may attend in person or view the live-streamed event.
Keep up with our Hurricane Athletics events by attending games or watching virtually.
Athletics Calendar Watch Livestream
Women's basketball group