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Homeschool Prom: A Guide for North Carolina Parents
Plan your student's first formal dance with clear answers about friends, tickets, dress code, check-in, and pickup.
Your student can have a formal night with friends, even without a school-hosted prom. NC Local Events has hosted homeschool dances since 2022. Here is what to know before you buy tickets and plan the night.
Your first dance
What first-time families need to know
Can my student come without a date?
Yes. Students can come on their own, as couples, or with friends. Large groups are welcome too. Each student needs a ticket and must meet the event's age rules.
What should we bring for check-in?
Bring your QR-code ticket to be scanned at check-in. No student is admitted without a ticket. List every attendee's name when you buy tickets. Entry to the event area begins at the published start time.
How do drop-off and pickup work?
Parents may drop students off, or students may drive themselves. Drop-off and pickup can happen at any time during the event. At the exact end time, music stops and students begin leaving.
What is the night like?
A professional DJ plays clean, radio-edit music. Students dance, take photos, and spend time with friends. Chaperones and security are present throughout. Snacks and cold drinks are included; dinner is not. Homecoming 2026 also includes a photo booth with props.
Can homeschoolers go to prom?
Yes. NC Local Events hosts formal proms for homeschool students and their friends in North Carolina. Students dress up, dance to clean music, take photos, and spend the night with friends.
See past themes and what the night includes on our homeschool prom page. For other event types, explore our homeschool dances.
Timing
When is homeschool prom in North Carolina?
Prom is our spring formal dance, and homecoming is our fall dance. Our next confirmed event is Homecoming 2026 on Thursday, October 22, 2026. The next prom's date, venue, and price have not been announced.
Homecoming 2026 runs from 7:00pm to 11:00pm at The Ridge Event Venue in Winston-Salem. It is for ages 14 to 19. For the next prom, join our newsletter for event and ticket news.
What is the homeschool prom dress code?
The homeschool prom dress code is modest formal wear. Gentlemen wear a suit or tuxedo with a button-down shirt tucked in. Ladies wear modest formal wear: dress length reaches the fingertips with arms relaxed, no deeply plunging necklines or backs, and no inappropriately short dresses. Strapless is acceptable if the neckline and back requirements are met.
Read the full dress code before shopping. If you have a question about an outfit, contact us before the event.
Safety
How are homeschool dances kept safe and supervised?
Chaperones and security are present throughout the event. A professional DJ plays clean, radio-edit music. Alcohol, drugs, smoking, vaping, weapons, and misconduct are not allowed. Neither are public displays of affection or inappropriate dancing.
Outside food and drinks are not allowed. Read the full event rules before buying so your student knows what to expect.
What do tickets cost, and how do they work?
Homecoming 2026 tickets are $70 plus booking fee per student. The next prom's price has not been announced. Each attendee needs a separate ticket for each event.
Buy tickets on the specific event page and list each attendee's name at checkout. The Homecoming 2026 checkout is open now. For prom pricing history and next-prom news, see our prom tickets page.
Who can attend
Do you have to be homeschooled to attend?
No. Homeschool students can bring friends who are not homeschooled. Prom and homecoming are usually for ages 14 to 19. Check the specific event page for its exact age and attendance rules.
Homecoming 2026 is for ages 14 to 19. Share the event details with friends as you plan.
What we believe
Why the clean music, modest dress, and chaperones?
Our Christian faith shapes each dance. Students get a formal night with clean music, modest dress, chaperones, and security.
We are non-denominational, and students of any background are welcome. Read our story to learn how homeschool families started NC Local Events.
Good to know
Homeschool prom FAQs
Can homeschoolers go to prom?
Yes. NC Local Events hosts formal proms for homeschool students and their friends in North Carolina. Students dress up, dance to clean music, take photos, and spend the night with friends.
When is homeschool prom in North Carolina, and when is prom season?
Prom is our spring formal dance, and homecoming is our fall dance. Our next confirmed event is Homecoming 2026 on Thursday, October 22, 2026. The next prom's date, venue, and price have not been announced.
What is the homeschool prom dress code?
The homeschool prom dress code is modest formal wear. Gentlemen wear a suit or tuxedo with a button-down shirt tucked in. Ladies wear modest formal wear: dress length reaches the fingertips with arms relaxed, no deeply plunging necklines or backs, and no inappropriately short dresses. Strapless is acceptable if the neckline and back requirements are met.
How are homeschool dances kept safe and supervised?
Chaperones and security are present throughout the event. A professional DJ plays clean, radio-edit music. Alcohol, drugs, smoking, vaping, weapons, and misconduct are not allowed. Neither are public displays of affection or inappropriate dancing. The full rules are on our policies page.
How much do homeschool prom and homecoming tickets cost?
Homecoming 2026 tickets are $70 plus booking fee per student. The next prom's price has not been announced. Buy through the specific event page. Each attendee needs a separate ticket for each event.
Do you have to be homeschooled to attend?
No. Homeschool students can bring friends who are not homeschooled. Prom and homecoming are usually for ages 14 to 19. Check the specific event page for its exact age and attendance rules. Homecoming 2026 is for ages 14 to 19.
Where in North Carolina are homeschool proms held?
Our home base is the Piedmont Triad. Past proms have taken place in Kernersville, Trinity, and Greensboro. Enchanted Starlight 2026 also included a Triangle event at Carver Lake Venue in Prospect Hill. The next prom's venue has not been announced.
Are NC Local Events proms faith-based?
Yes. NC Local Events is a Christian, faith-based organization. Our events feature clean music, modest formal dress, and chaperones and security. We are non-denominational, and students of any background are welcome.
What is included with a homeschool prom or homecoming ticket?
A ticket includes entry, a professional DJ playing clean music, snacks, and cold drinks. Chaperones and security are present. Homecoming 2026 also includes a photo booth with props. Dinner is not provided. Check each event page for that night's extras.
Does my student need a date or a group?
No date is required. Students may come on their own, as couples, or with groups of friends, including large groups. Every student needs a ticket and must meet the specific event's age and attendance rules.
How do check-in, drop-off, and pickup work?
Bring your QR-code ticket for check-in. No student is admitted without a ticket. Entry begins at the published start time. Parents may drop students off, or students may drive themselves. Drop-off and pickup can happen at any time during the event. Music stops at the exact end time, and students begin leaving then.
Have another question? Read our full FAQs or contact us.
Ready for the night
Choose your student's next formal night
Homecoming 2026 is on sale for $70 plus booking fee per student. Ready to plan the night? See the event details and buy tickets. Waiting for prom? Join the newsletter for announcements and ticket news.