COMMERCE – East Texas A&M University has announced the game themes for each of its five home football games during the 2026 season.
 
The Lions are playing five games on Ernest Hawkins Field at Memorial Stadium for the second consecutive season, beginning with the Family Weekend game presented by Hilton on September 12 against Northwestern State.
 
Below are the game themes for each home contest in Northeast Texas this season. Season and single game tickets are on sale can be purchased at LionAthletics.com/tickets.  
 
Sept. 12 vs. Northwestern State • 6 p.m.
Family Weekend Presented by Hilton Dallas/Rockwall Lakefront
 
Oct. 3 vs. UTRGV • 6 p.m.
Homecoming Presented by Brookshire's

Oct. 24 vs. Prairie View A&M • 6 p.m.
Hall of Fame Game Presented by AT&T

Oct. 31 vs. Southeastern La. • 3 p.m.
Boo and Gold Weekend Presented by Hunt Regional Healthcare

Nov. 21 vs. UIW • 3 p.m.
Ag Day, Senior Day Presented by Fix and Feed