Gunter ISD's homecoming week begins Monday, and the district has lined up events for the whole community, not just students. This year's theme is "Deep in the Heart of Gunter," with a Western flavor running through the week.
Wednesday: tailgate and pep rally
The Gunter Homecoming Tailgate is set for 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 21, in the Gunter High School band parking lot, according to the district's flyer. It promises vendors, bounce houses and free food, and a pep rally follows once the tailgate wraps up. The district calendar lists the evening as the homecoming tailgate and community pep rally.
Friday: parade and game
The homecoming parade and game are both on the calendar for Friday, Oct. 23. Floats will compete for prizes this year in a contest run by Gunter Cheer and sponsored by Mustang Water, with the winners named at the homecoming game. Entries closed Oct. 6. The district's posts do not give a start time or route for the parade.
Saturday: the dance
High school students have their dance, "Denim & Diamonds," from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24. Tickets are $30 for one person or $50 for a couple now that early-bird pricing has ended. Members of the underclassman court will be crowned at the dance, and the money raised goes to the Gunter Cheer program.
