LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) – Two influential rock bands of the 1990s are coming to West Texas to headline Texas Tech’s 2026 Homecoming concert.
The university announced four-time Grammy Award nominees the Goo Goo Dolls and Texas-based rockers Bowling for Soup will perform Friday, Oct. 16.
The free concert is part of the annual homecoming celebration leading up the No. 12 Red Raiders taking on Arizona State Saturday, Oct. 17.
“We are thrilled to have both these great bands on campus for homecoming for what will be an exciting start to a fun weekend at Texas Tech,” Blayne Beal, senior executive director of campus events, said.
Homecoming Schedule of Events (Friday, Oct. 16)6:00 p.m. – Homecoming Parade: Travels from the First Baptist Church parking lot down Broadway onto campus, ending at the United Supermarkets Arena.6:00 p.m. – Concert Gates Open: Free parking is available west of the United Supermarkets Arena.7:30 p.m. – Pep Rally: Starts on the main concert stage in Urbanovsky Park (just east of the arena).Immediately Following Pep Rally – Bonfire & Homecoming Concert: Held at the same main stage area, allowing fans to enjoy both events in one location.
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