Welcome home, Indians!
We are excited to invite all Hayti High School alumni, family, and friends to join us for the Second Annual Hayti High School Alumni Reunion — Homecoming Weekend 2026. This is more than a reunion. It is a celebration of where we came from, the people who shaped us, and the community we continue to carry with us wherever we go.
This year we are going bigger: more events, more ways to connect, and more opportunities to give back to the students and families still calling Hayti home. Whether you are coming for the tailgate, the gala, the picnic, or all of the above, there is something for everyone this weekend!
We can't wait to see you. September 25–27, 2026 — Hayti, Missouri. Come ready to celebrate.
What's Happening this Weekend
EVENT-BY-EVENT WEEKEND BREAKDOWN
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 25 — Tailgate + Football Game
$10 per person | Setup opens 3:00 PM | DJ 5:00–6:30 PM | Kickoff 7:00 PM
Kick off reunion weekend at the homecoming tailgate before the big game. Setup opens at 3:00 PM — bring your own tent, chairs, and food, and claim your spot on the field. The DJ plays from 5:00 to 6:30 PM before kickoff. This is a true tailgate experience — come early, get settled, and enjoy the energy of homecoming night. Your $10 tailgate entry covers your game admission as well. Hard cutoff for setup is 5:30 PM, so plan to arrive with enough time to get set up.
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 26 — Scholarship Breakfast
Location: Hayti High School Cafeteria
$15 per person | 8:30–10:00 AM
The Scholarship Breakfast is one of the most meaningful events of the entire weekend. This is an opportunity for Hayti alumni to directly invest in the next generation of graduates from our community.
Here is how it works: Hayti High School seniors who opt in will attend the breakfast and present their post-graduation plans to the alumni in the room. Plans may include college, military service, entrepreneurship, or direct employment. After hearing from the seniors, alumni have the opportunity to "adopt" a senior — making a financial commitment or mentorship pledge to support that student's next step.
This year we are also working to fund study abroad opportunities for qualifying seniors. Your $15 ticket is your seat at the table. What you choose to give beyond that is entirely up to you. However, we do have a target goal in mind for each student as we plan to take them on a study abroad trip.
We are especially hoping to see our more established alumni at this event. Come ready to be inspired — and to make a difference in a young person's life.
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 26 — Alumni Picnic
Location: Hayti City Park
$25 per person | 12:00 PM onward
An afternoon in the park with the whole Hayti family. General admission includes burgers, hot dogs, chips, and cold drinks. Local vendors will also be on-site selling food and other items — open to all attendees. We'll have lawn games and a spades tournament running throughout the afternoon. Come hungry and stay as long as you like.
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 26 — Gala: A Black & Gold Casino Night
Location: Hayti High School Gym
$50 per person | 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM | Black tie/suit and tie required
This is the main event of the weekend — and we are pulling out all the stops. This year's gala is a casino-style all-black affair. Dress to impress, walk the gold carpet, and get your pictures taken as you arrive for a night you will not forget.
Inside, you will find a catered dinner, raffles, music, and prizes throughout the evening. We will be honoring our 2026 Wall of Fame inductees — alumni who have gone out into the world and made Hayti proud — as well as our Alumni of the Year. This is a black-tie event. Suit and tie at minimum. Come looking like the legend you are.
2026 Wall of Fame Inductees Include:
William Moore – Class of 2004
Rita Johnson-Mills – Class of 1977
Mayor Lisa Green – Class of 1985
Allan Suttle – Class of 1996
Allison Whitener – Class of 1994
Derik Jackson - Class of 2002
2026 Alumnus of the Year
Karlton Humes – Class of 2011
Congratulations to all our honorees! We look forward to celebrating you!
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 27 — Farewell Brunch (Optional Add-On)
Location: Hayti Heights Central School Lot
$25 per person | 10:30 AM | Optional
A relaxed Sunday morning sendoff before everyone heads home. This event is fully optional and is not included in the standard weekend package. It is designed for alumni who are staying through Sunday and want one last chance to sit down together before hitting the road. You will not be charged for the brunch unless you select it during registration.
VENDORS-JOIN US AT THE PICNIC!
Are you a vendor, small business owner, or entrepreneur? We want you at the reunion. Vendor spots are available for Saturday's Alumni Picnic — set up your booth and get in front of hundreds of Hayti alumni and their families. Food vendors, clothing, crafts, and more are all welcome.
Vendor spots are $100 per space. Spots are limited and will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis. To reserve your spot, select the Vendor Space option during registration.
REGISTRATION PACKAGE NAMES AND DESCRIPTIONS
All-Inclusive Reunion Package — $100
The full weekend experience. Includes access to all five events: Friday Tailgate + Football Game, Saturday Scholarship Breakfast, Saturday Alumni Picnic, Saturday Gala, plus your T-shirt and swag bag. Everything except the optional Sunday Farewell Brunch.
All-Inclusive + Farewell Brunch — $125
Everything in the $100 package plus the Sunday Farewell Brunch. Best for alumni who are staying through Sunday morning and want to close out the weekend together.
VIP Weekend Experience — $200
Everything in the $100 package plus full VIP access across all events — premium food, open bar, reserved gala seating, dedicated service, and more. Limited to 50 spots on a first-come, first-served basis. See the VIP section below for full details.
Swag Bag Add-On — $40
For attendees purchasing individual event tickets who want to add the T-shirt and swag bag to their order.
VIP WEEKEND EXPERIENCE BREAKDOWN
VIP WEEKEND EXPERIENCE — $200 per person
Limited to 50 spots | First come, first served
VIP is an upgrade — not a separate event. VIP members attend all the same events as general admission. They just experience them differently. Food selections for VIP guests will be communicated directly after registration and will include premium options such as steak, pork steak, and salmon.
What every VIP registration includes across the full weekend:
Premium swag bag (upgraded from standard general admission)
Preferred parking for the full weekend
Dedicated VIP staff assigned to your experience
Priority entry and seating at the gala
Friday Night — Tailgate
While general admission guests bring their own tent and food, VIP members arrive to a fully stocked dedicated tent. No hauling, no setup — just show up. Premium food is prepared and waiting, and VIP staff are on hand for your group throughout the evening.
Dedicated VIP tent — fully set up, no BYOT required
Premium BBQ provided: pork steaks, chicken, Ribs, and more
DJ in the VIP area
Saturday Afternoon — Picnic
General admission gets burgers, hot dogs, chips, and cold drinks. VIP members get the full spread — plus exclusive access to the BBQ cook-off competition food, which is not available to general admission attendees.
Full picnic spread: burgers, hot dogs, baked beans, potato salad, sides, and more
Exclusive access to BBQ cook-off competition food (VIP only)
Open bar inside the VIP area (21+ only)
VIP staff on hand to serve your group
Saturday Night — Gala
VIP members have reserved seating with their group at a named table — no scrambling for seats or hoping you end up next to your people. Your table comes set with a charcuterie and appetizer board waiting when you arrive, and a dedicated server is assigned to your table for the entire evening.
Reserved table with personalized name placard
Charcuterie and appetizer board at your table upon arrival
Dedicated server for your table all evening
Priority entry to the gala
Open bar access for VIP members (21+ only)
VIP registration is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Once all 50 spots are filled, this option will no longer be available — no exceptions.
HOW TO REGISTER AND SUBMIT PAYMENT
Please complete the registration form in its entirety on the website, selecting all events and options that apply to your weekend. Once your form is submitted, payment must be sent separately using one of the methods below. Registration is not considered complete until payment is received.
Electronic Payment (Preferred)
We accept payments via Cash App and Venmo. Please use your full name and graduation year in the payment note so we can match your payment to your registration.
Cash App: $haytialumnifund
Venmo: @haytialumnifund
Mail-In Payment
You may complete the online registration form and then mail your payment to our P.O. Box. We accept cash, check, and money orders. Please make checks payable to “Hayti Alumni Reunion.” Include your full name and graduation year with your payment.
Mailing Address: Hayti Alumni Reunion, P.O. Box 33, Hayti, MO 63851
IMPORTANT — MAILING DEADLINE: The registration deadline of September 1, 2026, applies to mailed payments as well. Please plan accordingly to ensure your payment arrives on time. This deadline will be strictly enforced.
In-Person Payment & Paper Registration
For those who prefer to pay in person or who need a paper registration form, both are available at Hayti High School. Cash payments may be delivered directly to Ms. Nikki Richardson at Hayti High School. Paper registration forms may also be picked up at the school office for those who prefer not to register online.
DISCLAIMER
The Hayti High School Alumni Reunion is not sponsored, endorsed, or funded by Hayti High School, the Hayti R-II School District, or any affiliated school administration or school board. This event is independently organized and fully funded by the alumni who participate. Please do not direct any questions, concerns, or communications regarding this event to Hayti High School administration, board members, or other staff.
All questions should be directed to the volunteer alumni members of the planning committee: Dominique Robinson, Nikki Richardson, Tyriq McAdams, Bethany Allen, and Donika Sutton. You may reach the committee by email at [email protected]. We will also post regular updates regarding the reunion to our Facebook page. Please follow us at “Hayti High School Alumni Reunion” on Facebook. We look forward to seeing everyone!