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Homecoming Weekend 2026
150 years of tradition and togetherness
Sept. 30–Oct. 3, 2026
For generations, Homecoming has welcomed Buffs back to Boulder to reconnect with friends, relive favorite memories and celebrate the traditions that unite our community. This year, join alumni, students, families and friends for an especially meaningful Homecoming weekend as CU Boulder celebrates its 150th anniversary.
Game time: Colorado Buffaloes vs. Texas Tech Red Raiders
Date: Saturday, Oct. 3, 2026
Location: Folsom Field, Boulder, CO
Explore our signature events
Gather to celebrate Homecoming weekend with a free tailgate!
Celebrate your CU pride as the campus and Boulder community come together on Pearl Street for a Homecoming parade and pep rally.
Spend your afternoon relaxing in the backyard of the Koenig Alumni Center, sampling fine beer, wine and non-alcoholic drinks crafted by CU Boulder alumni and friends.
Please note that class reunions and the annual Alumni Awards ceremony are now part of the new Alumni Weekend April 9–10, 2027.
Plan Your Trip Back to Boulder
There’s no better time to come together as Buffs than Homecoming Weekend. We’ve mapped out all the key events to help you make the most of your return to campus.
Whether you’re returning to campus for Homecoming, Alumni Weekend or another celebration, finding the right place to stay can make your visit even more memorable. From hotels steps from CU to accommodations nestled between Pearl Street and campus, there are plenty of options for alumni looking to enjoy all that Boulder has to offer.
Boulder’s food scene is as diverse and dynamic as the city itself. From budget-friendly bites near campus to globally inspired dishes and laid-back spots brimming with local character, there's something here for every craving and occasion. Here are 10 standout restaurants that showcase the best of what Boulder has to offer.
Since CU Boulder’s first Homecoming celebration in 1914, generations of Buffs have returned to campus to honor the traditions that bond us together. As CU Boulder marks its 150th anniversary, Homecoming offers an opportunity to reflect on the people, events and milestones that have shaped campus life for a century and a half.
A Tradition Worth Coming Home For
Long before social media and smartphones kept us all connected, Buffs were returning to Boulder to reconnect and celebrate their CU pride during Homecoming.
Today, we continue that tradition.
Click on the photos in the gallery to learn more about CU Boulder's historical homecoming traditions!
First homecoming
November 7, 1914. “C” men vs. Utah. CU won 33-0.
Dedication of Colorado Stadium
Colorado Stadium (now Folsom Field) was officially dedicated during the homecoming this year, on Homecoming Day (November 1). The stadium was first used on October 11, 1924, as Colorado defeated Regis College, 39-0.
Annual fraternity egg fight
Beta Theta Pi and Phi Delta had a long running egg fight between the two which occasionally coincided with homecoming celebrations.
Ralphie named Homecoming queen
Everyone's favorite live mascot takes home the Homecoming crown.
Ralphie's campaign years
“Ralphie for President” and “Vote for Ralphie” campaigns off-and-on. Often with accompanying shirts, pins, etc. with the slogan. There was even a float in the Homecoming Parade, ‘campaigning’ for Ralphie.
More Than a Weekend
Homecoming is about more than returning to Boulder. It's about the milestones, memories and moments that shaped who we are.
Whether it's your first Homecoming or your fiftieth, you'll find a community ready to welcome you back.
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