Homecoming
October 3, 2025
Festival at 3:30 p.m. | Kickoff at 7:00 p.m.
Martha S. Lindner Campus
Homecoming Festival
3:30–7:00 p.m., MSL Parking Lot
Before the game, we’ll gather in the MSL parking lot for an all-out party. Featuring carnival-style games, food trucks and booths, performances, and more, Homecoming Festival will get you pumped for the big game.
Homecoming Game
7:00 p.m. @ Robert D. and Richard E. Lindner Athletic Field (MSL Campus)
At 7:00 p.m., we’ll pack the stadium to cheer on our Eagles football team as they take on Meadowdale High School. At halftime, we’ll meet our Homecoming Court and crown the 2025 King and Queen.
Volunteer
It takes more than 200 volunteers to keep the fun going! Staff a booth for an hour, donate your favorite snack for the cakewalk, or help us set up and tear down. Your help will make the night an unforgettable experience for our community.
Games
Multiple game booths will provide hours of entertainment for kids of all ages. Games require between 2–6 tickets to play. Pre-purchase an unlimited game play wristband for $25 ($30 at the festival) or buy tickets individually when you arrive (3 for $1).
Order wristbands by October 2 for delivery to your student before the festival begins.
Food
Food will range from $5–$12 (cash or card).
2025 Food Vendors
- Red Sesame (Korean BBQ & tacos)
- Granny’s Goodies (soft serve ice-cream treats)
- Topped Fries (French fries)
- Nola’s Funnel Cakes (100% gluten free and vegan funnel cakes)
- Silver Spring House (chicken tenders)
- Montgomery Inn (BBQ Sandwiches)
- Papa Johns Pizza (pepperoni and cheese pizza)
- Mama Bear Mac (Mac n cheese)
Homecoming Merch
Rep CHCA with this year’s limited-edition Homecoming t-shirt. Colors and sizes are going fast. Order yours today!
FAQs
Questions? Contact Julie Carnes, Events Manager, at Julie.Carnes@chca-oh.org.
What’s the 2025 schedule?
School dismissals will occur at normal times with afternoon buses.
- 3:30–7:00 p.m.: Homecoming Festival at MSL Campus (outdoor event)
- 6:00–6:30 p.m.: Entertainment by CHCA’s Pep Band
- 7:00 p.m.: Kickoff against Meadowdale Career Tech Center
Where do I park?
Parking will be divided between our North Campuses, Welcome Center, and neighboring churches. CHCA families should park at the campus where their youngest student attends. (Parking passes will be sent home with students on October 1 and should be displayed on your dashboard when you arrive for the festival. If you have more than one student at CHCA, your parking pass will be sent home with your youngest student.)
Shuttles will run through the end of the football game.
Here’s a breakdown of where to park:
- EBL and Armleder families: Montgomery Community Church lot behind EBL Campus and around EBL Campus
- Founders’ Campus families: Founders’ Campus and EBL Campus parking lots
- MSL families: Welcome Center (8283 East Kemper Road)
- Visiting team, alumni, and overflow: Faith Bible Church (8130 East Kemper Road)
- Disabled Parking: MSL Campus main parking lot (Enter via Snider Road; must have disability permit in vehicle)
- Athletic Boosters members: MSL Campus (Enter via Kemper Road)
How much do festival games cost, and how do I buy tickets?
Games require between 2–6 tickets to play. You can pre-purchase an unlimited game play wristband for $25; it will be sent home with your student on the day of the festival (October 3). Wristbands will also be available to purchase at the festival for $30.
Game tickets can be purchased individually at the festival, 3 for $1.
Note: Wristbands and tickets are for games only. Food and drink purchases will require cash or card.
Will there be food?
Definitely! Come hungry. Here’s this year’s food lineup:
- Red Sesame (Korean BBQ & tacos)
- Granny’s Goodies (soft serve ice-cream treats)
- Topped Fries (French fries)
- Mamabear Mac (mac and cheese)
- Nola’s Funnel Cakes (100% gluten free and vegan funnel cakes)
- Silver Spring House (chicken tenders)
- Montgomery Inn (BBQ Sandwiches)
- Papa Johns Pizza (pepperoni and cheese pizza)
How do I purchase tickets for the football game?
Tickets can be purchased at the gate or online at chcaeagles.com/tickets. Students, alumni, and CHCA faculty/staff enter home games for free.
Can we bring neighbors and friends?
Absolutely! Homecoming is for everyone, whether you’re part of the CHCA community or not. All are welcome.
What if it rains?
Football is an all-weather sport and so is our festival. Rain or shine, we’ll be celebrating. Should drops fall from the sky, Homecoming Festival will be moved indoors at the MSL Campus.
Can I volunteer at the festival?
Yes! It takes several volunteers to make Homecoming Festival a success. Volunteer sign-ups are now open. After you sign up, you will receive an email confirmation of your time slot and booth, as well as a reminder a few days before the event.
What if I lose something at Homecoming?
Visit the Lost & Found at the ticket sales booth.