Mark your calendars and join us for a fun-filled weekend of school spirit and community celebration! We have something for the whole family — a square dance, sporting events, tailgating, carnival, an alumni tent, food trucks, and more.
Weekend Schedule
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 1ST
2:05pm - Pep Rally
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 2ND
8:00am - Grandparents/Friends Day
8:00am - Sporting Clays Tournament
6:00pm - Tailgating and Food Trucks**
7:30pm - Football Game**
(**at Owen High School)
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 3RD
9:00am - 5k Race
11:00am - Carnival
1:00pm - Volleyball Game
3:00pm - Tennis Match
3:00pm - Soccer Game
5:15pm - Pizza Dinner
6:00pm - Square Dance
Friday, October 2
Join us at the Biltmore Sporting Clays Club on the beautiful Biltmore Estate for a day of fun and fellowship. Morning and afternoon flights available. Lunch included.
Schedule
8:00 a.m.: Gates open
8:30 a.m.: Morning flight registration & safety briefing
9:00 a.m.: Morning flight begins
Noon - 12:30 p.m.: Tailgate-style lunch & raffle drawing
12:30 p.m.: Afternoon flight registration & safety briefing
1:00 p.m.: Afternoon flight begins
4:00 p.m.: Event concludes
Friday, October 2
Pre-game tailgating at Owen High School stadium. Enjoy dinner from some amazing, local food trucks.
BBQ from Wes Anders
Bridge & Tunnel Coffee Co.
Sweet Cub
The Spotted Banana
Cheer team will also be selling Chick-fil-A sandwiches.
Service starting at 6:00pm.
*Preorder your BBQ dinner through the link above or below.
Friday, October 2
Meet at Owen High School to cheer on the lions as they take on Kings Academy. Address is 99 Lake Eden Road, Black Mountain.
Kickoff at 7:30pm.
Senior football and cheer athletes will be recognized.
“School Spirit” Theme
Theme for Upper School students: “Color Wave”
Seniors: white
Juniors: teal
Sophomores: Navy
Freshmen: Orange
(Prize for best dressed student.)
Saturday, October 3
Start the day on campus with a 5K run on our recently rebuilt cross-country course. Event start is 9:00am.
Register by September 23rd to get a free t-shirt.
Click here to register.
(This is a separate link, just for this event.)
Saturday, October 3
Join us between 11:00am-1:30pm for our annual Homecoming Carnival, hosted by our Upper School students. Food, fun, and games!
*Purchase lunches, tickets, or all-you-can play wristbands in advance using the link above or below.
Saturday, October 3
Cheer on the lions for a day of athletic competition.
Varsity Volleyball v. AC Reynolds
1:00pm
Varsity Tennis v. Asheville School
3:00pm
Varsity Soccer v. Asheville School 3:00pm
Pelican Ice available for purchase during the soccer game.
Saturday, October 3
Leave your shoes at the door and slide on over as we wrap up Homecoming weekend with a square dance in the ACA gym—socks only on the floor! This fun-filled event is open to all families and all ages, 6:00-8:00pm.
Pizza Dinner starting at 5:15pm. *Use link above or below to purchase tickets and preorder dinner.
Square Dance is Free for Alumni, Staff & their Families: Please indicate number of tickets needed.
Alumni Tent
We look forward to welcoming back the class of 2016 for their 10th reunion, the class of 2006 for their 20th reunion and the class of 1996 for their 30th reunion! All alumni are invited and welcome to join us for the weekend’s activities.
Be sure to stop by the alumni tent during the athletic events to hang out, say hi, and pick up a treat for yourself!
Homecoming Dress Up Schedule
This schedule is up-to-date for 2026!
| Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Upper School | ||||
| Class Colors + Anything but a backpack | Grilling Dad vs. Soccer Mom | USA | Thursday Jers-day (jersey) | ACA Spirit Day |
| Middle School | ||||
| Class Colors | Tourist Day | USA | Thursday Jers-day (jersey) | ACA Spirit Day |
| Lower School | ||||
| Make it Colorful Monday – Favorite color head to toe | Totally Comfy Tuesday – PJ’s or comfy clothes | Woohoo! Red, White & Blue Wednesday (no political attire) | Turn Up the Spirit Thursday - wear school colors | Friday’s Finest: Uniform Style (in honor of Grandparent/Grandfriend Day) |
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Participation is optional, and students can wear their uniforms if they wish.
Are you interested in being part of the Asheville Christian Alumni Association?
Seeking highly motivated individuals who are willing to serve a term on a rotating board of alumni who will work to communicate with, organize, and involve all ACA alumni. Even if we did not have a graduating class when you were here, we would love for you to be involved. Contact alumni@ashevillechristian.org for details.