JONESBORO, Ark. (6/11/26) – Arkansas State Athletics has unveiled its game themes, promotions and special events for the 2026 Red Wolves football season, anchored by the launch of this year's official department-wide theme: "Our Pack. Our Den. Our Pride."
This year's newly-introduced theme celebrates the bond of the Red Wolves' family and teams (
Our Pack), the competitive advantage fans create at A-State's home facilities (
Our Den) and the tradition of excellence that defines Arkansas State (
Our Pride).
Fans will see this theme come to life all season long through exclusive stadium giveaways, game-day themes, national television showcases and historic milestone celebrations built to unite the entire community.
Season tickets are on sale now for the Red Wolves' 2026 home schedule, and fans are encouraged to lock in their seats early by visiting
AStateRedWolves.com/Tickets or by calling the A-State Ticket Office at 870-972-2781. Season tickets start as low as $40 for general-admission seating in the upper-east stands at Centennial Bank Stadium.
The 2026 home campaign features five Saturday contests and a prime-time national television showcase on Thursday, Oct. 8. Game sponsors and giveaways for each game will be announced at a later date. The list of the Red Wolves' game themes, special events and promotions include:
Sept. 12 vs. West Georgia (6:00 PM)
- Theme: PAINT THE VAULT RED. The home opener marks the culmination of "Paint the Town Red Week," featuring a Wednesday morning kickoff pep rally at Fox Meadow School of Creative Media and a Friday night downtown community event hosted by the Jonesboro Regional Chamber of Commerce. Fans are encouraged to wear red at the game in conjunction with "Paint the Town Red Week."
- Special Events & Promotions: A-State celebrates Extra Yard for Teachers Week with CFP grants. Students can head to "OT in the Pines" after the game for a postgame party with music, food and drinks, co-sponsored by SAB.
Sept. 26 vs. Kennesaw State (6:00 PM)
- Theme: FAMILY NIGHT. A packed campus welcomes Family Weekend, Youth Sports Day and an A-State Pack Preview. The halftime show will spotlight area high school musicians joining "The Sound of the Natural State" for the annual Band Day performance.
- Special Events & Promotions: A-State will honor the 40th anniversary of the historic 1986 Team National Runner-Up and Southland Conference champions. The day also marks the 35th Annual Old Warriors Cookout. A-State Students can enjoy the second "OT in the Pines" postgame celebration.
Oct. 8 (Thursday) vs. South Alabama (6:30 p.m.)
- Theme: PRIME TIME BLACK OUT. The Red Wolves defend Our Den on national television, and fans are encouraged to wear black as part of the Prime Time Black Out theme. The energy starts early with the SAB's "Growl on the Gridiron" competition in the student section.
- Special Events & Promotions: A-State Athletics will hold its Faculty & Staff Appreciation Day as part of the Thursday-night contest.
Oct. 24 vs. Georgia State (6:00 PM)
- Theme: HOMECOMING 2026. Alumni return home to celebrate Our Pack during the ASU Distinguished Alumni celebrations and the Hall of Honor induction.
- Special Events & Promotions: Fans can enjoy a special pregame concert held in conjunction with the Johnny Cash Boyhood Home in Dustin White Realty Tailgate City.
Nov. 7 vs. ULM (2:00 PM)
- Theme: USA 250 DAY. Celebrating the landmark "USA 250," the game doubles as Heroes Day, Ag Day, an A-State Pack Preview and Paragould Day.
- Special Events & Promotions: The A-State ROTC will recognize its 2026 Hall of Heroes inductees at the game, which will also feature an in-game commissioning ceremony. A-State will also celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Ring of Honor (1996).
Nov. 28 vs. Troy (2:00 PM)
- Theme: FAN APPRECIATION DAY. A-State showcases Our Pride by honoring the team's seniors on Senior Day and thanking the best fans in the Sun Belt with exclusive concession specials.
- Special Events & Promotions: A holiday food drive will be conducted in partnership with the A-State Food Bank.
