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Homecoming festivities bring students, alumni, faculty, staff and community members together to celebrate CU Boulder and generate campus spirit and pride. Reunite with the memories, people and places that made your CU experience special at one — or all — of the events.
Please note that class reunions and the annual Alumni Awards ceremony are now part of the new Alumni Weekend in the spring. Save the date for April 10–13, 2026.
Join fellow Buffs at our signature Alumni Homecoming events and get ready to show your black and gold pride!
P.S. Don't forget to purchase Homecoming football game tickets separately!
Featured Event: Homecoming Tailgate
Buffs, let’s rally!
Join us on Saturday, Nov. 1 at the Koenig Alumni Center for the ultimate Homecoming warm-up before the Buffs take on the Arizona Wildcats. Reconnect with your Forever Buffs family, soak up the game-day energy, and get fired up to cheer on the black and gold.
This is the spot for Buff spirit of all ages — so bring your crew and let’s show our pride together. Go Buffs!
Date: Saturday, Nov. 1
Time: 3 hours before kickoff
Location: Koenig Alumni Center
Alumni Homecoming Events
Ready to celebrate CU pride and traditions? Join the Herd Leadership Council during our Spirit Day to meet and connect with current students! Visit us at Farrand Field to enjoy free food, free Buff gear, play lawn games, and hang out with new and longtime friends.
Date: Thursday, Oct. 30
Time: 11 a.m.–2 p.m.
Location: Farrand Field
Free
Spend your Halloween afternoon in spooky style! Join us in the backyard of the Koenig Alumni Center for a festive fright filled with ghoulishly good brews crafted by CU Boulder alumni. Enjoy chilling craft beer tastings, eerie eats, fang-tastic giveaways, and take home a commemorative pint glass. Plus, compete for the best CU Boulder themed costume... if you dare.
Date: Friday, Oct. 31
Time: 3–6 p.m.
Location: Koenig Alumni Center
$30 per person, $45 at the door
Celebrate your CU pride as the campus and Boulder community come together on campus for a Homecoming parade and pep rally.
Date: Friday, Oct. 31
Time: 6:30 p.m.
Location: CU Boulder campus
Free
Celebrate Buff pride with us on Saturday, November 1st at the Koenig Alumni Center, just before CU takes on the Arizona Wildcats (kickoff time TBD). Reconnect with fellow Forever Buffs, soak in the Homecoming energy and gear up to cheer on the Buffs in style. All ages welcome — we'll see you there!
Date: Saturday, Nov. 1
Time: 3 hours before kickoff
Location: Koenig Alumni Center
Free
School and College Homecoming Events
Date: Saturday, Nov. 1
Time: 2.5 hours before kickoff
Location: Outside the Engineering Center
$15 registration in advance; $20 admission at the door. 17 and under are FREE.
Festivities include music, photo ops, giveaways and more. Concession-style food and drink will be available for purchase and registration is required. This event will sell out, so register now! Football game tickets sold separately.
Date: Saturday, Nov. 1
Time: 2 hours before kickoff
Location: Engebretson Quad
$5 admission per person if registered in advance; $10 admission at the door. 17 and under are FREE.