AUBURN, Ala. – Auburn Athletics and On To Victory Events announced Thursday the details for the 2026 Hall of Fame Weekend celebrating former Auburn player and 2015 America League Most Valuable Player Josh Donaldson.
Headlining the weekend, Donaldson’s No. 4 jersey will be added to the Wall of Fame during a pregame ceremony Friday, May 15. A Hall of Fame Golf Tournament at Auburn University Club will take place the morning of the Wall of Fame induction ceremony.
"I'm excited to get back to Auburn to host this inaugural event and spend time with so many of the Auburn Family,” Donaldson said. “It'll be a great weekend of friendly competition, camaraderie and more, so form your team, register today, and we'll see you in a month."
“This is going to be a great opportunity to not only celebrate one of our all-time greats, but to have some fun while doing so,” head coach Butch Thompson added. “We’re looking forward to having Josh around all weekend and hope you’ll join us.”
A complete list of events for the weekend can be found below.
Thursday, May 14
5:30 p.m. – Pregame reception at the Tigers Den, presented by Stone Martin Builders
7 p.m. – Auburn vs. Georgia (Game 1)
Friday, May 15
8 a.m. – Four-player scramble at Auburn University Club, presented by Bright Investments
6:30 p.m. – Wall of Fame induction ceremony
7 p.m. – Auburn vs. Georgia (Game 2)
Saturday, May 16
2 p.m. – Auburn vs. Georgia (Game 3)
Teams registered for the golf scramble will receive an exclusive invitation (plus one) to a welcome reception, sponsored by Stone Martin Builders, prior to the series opener vs. Georgia on Thursday, May 14. The night will feature remarks from Josh Donaldson and Butch Thompson and will be followed by a live auction. Additional special guest appearances will be announced closer to the event.
The golf scramble at Auburn University Club will tee off at 8 a.m. Friday with lunch and awards to follow. Those interested can register here today.
Those who register should be aware that game tickets are not included with the tournament registration.