Information About Bobcat Championship Celebration in Bozeman

The Montana State Bobcats are the 2025 FCS National Champions, and we're excited to help them celebrate the huge accomplishment. Here's what you need to know about the Championship celebration.

The Bobcats secured their first FCS National Championship in 41 years after a thrilling overtime win against the Illinois State Redbirds on January 5, 2026, in Nashville, Tennessee. A large group of fans gathered at the Bozeman Yellowstone Airport to welcome them home and congratulate the team.

Information About Bobcat Championship Celebration in Bozeman

Now, it's time to celebrate! Montana State has released details about a Championship Celebration and parade that will take place on Saturday, January 17. There will be a parade in downtown Bozeman, followed by a huge party at Bobcat Stadium. Find the details below.

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The parade starts at 10 a.m. at the Bobcat Athletic Complex and will head north on South 11th Avenue to Main Street. It will then move east on Main Street to Highland Boulevard and then travel west on Kagy Boulevard back to Bobcat Stadium. The parade will include the football team and coaches, as well as the Spirit of the West marching band, the Spirit Squad, the MSU rodeo team, and more.

After the parade, fans are encouraged to head to Bobcat Stadium at 11:30 a.m. to hear remarks from MSU Director of Athletics Leon Costello, MSU President Brock Tessman, football players, and head coach Brent Vigen.

The Spirit of the West will also be there to rally the crowd with the MSU fight song. After the remarks, the football team will be available for photos and autographs. For additional details about the celebration, click here.