Pre-registration for Alumni Association events is now closed, but walk ups are welcome.
Homecoming festivities start virtually in October and culminate during a weekend in Boulder Nov. 4–6. Reunite with the memories, people and places that made your CU experience special at one — or all — of the events.
Virtual Events
Wherever You Roam 5K
Oct. 16–Nov. 6
$40
Run this student-benefiting race on your own time, wherever you’d like! Your entry fee includes a T-shirt, commemorative medal, race bib and CU stickers. $10 from each entry supports scholarships.
Dinner and a Movie
Oct. 16–Nov. 6
Free
Support Buffs-affiliated restaurants while streaming The Light Shines On, a short-but-moving movie about the history of CU Boulder.
Environmental Design Alumni Awards — Virtual
Tuesday, Nov. 2
4:45-7 p.m.
Zoom
Free
Join us in presenting the ENVD Distinguished Alumni Award and Young Designer Award during the Colloquium Lecture Series.
Registration not required.
Together We Rise: Advancing Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace
Wednesday, Nov. 3
3–4 p.m. MT
Zoom
Free
This career panel will offer insights into fostering a diverse and inclusive culture and creating a sense of belonging in the workplace.
92nd Annual Alumni Awards — Virtual
Thursday, Nov. 4
7–8:30 p.m.
Zoom
Free
The Alumni Awards are among the university’s longest-standing traditions and now you can view the ceremony wherever you roam. Tune in online to be fueled by the emotion, dedication and stories of our award winners and take renewed pride in your alma mater.
In-person Events
Environmental Design Alumni Awards
Tuesday, Nov. 2
4:45–7 p.m.
ENVD 134, Environmental Design Building
Free
Join us in presenting the ENVD Distinguished Alumni Award and Young Designer Award during the Colloquium Lecture Series.
Registration not required.
ENVD Alumni Open House
Wednesday, Nov. 3
8–9 a.m.
Lobby, Environmental Design Building
Free
Join us for an open house to meet with the 2021 ENVD Alumni Award recipients, reconnect with classmates and engage with current students. Walk through the ENVD Gallery to view exhibited student work. Light breakfast snacks will be provided.
Registration not required.
92nd Annual Alumni Awards
Thursday, Nov. 4
5:45–9 p.m.
Glenn Miller Ballroom, University Memorial Center
$35
This evening is among the university’s longest-standing traditions. Be fueled by the emotion, dedication and stories of our award winners and take renewed pride in your alma mater. Dinner is included during the in-person ceremony.
Spirit Days on the Quad
Friday, Nov. 5
11 a.m.– 2 p.m.
Norlin Quad
Free
A bash for current students to celebrate Homecoming and their CU pride.
Registration is not required.
Buffs on Tap
Friday, Nov. 5
3–6 p.m.
Koenig Alumni Center
$20
This annual Homecoming festivity is one of the most popular events of the year. Enjoy tastings from alumni brewers and vintners, plus delicious food in a casual setting.
School of Education Homecoming Open House
Friday, Nov. 5
5–7 p.m.
Fleming Building
Free
Join us for an evening at the CU Boulder School of Education's Fleming Building! Get an exclusive tour of the remodeled new home of the school and reunite with fellow alumni and friends. Free and open to the all alumni of the School of Education, but registration is required.
50-year Reunion Reception
Friday, Nov. 5
6–8 p.m.
Hotel Boulderado
Free
Celebrate your golden anniversary with the class of 1971 over food, drinks and special memories about campus, Boulder and more.
Pearl Street Stampede
Friday, Nov. 5
7 p.m.
Pearl Street Mall
Free
This is the pep rally of all pep rallies — wear your black and gold and head to Pearl Street to see the Marching Band, CU Spirit team, Chip, student Homecoming “floats” and more.
Leeds Pregame Reception
Saturday, Nov. 6
3 p.m.
Engebretson Quad
$5 in advance
Join us for this annual tradition back in its original location — Engebretson Quad for food, drinks and giveaways with your fellow alumni, parents and friends. Tickets increase to $10 at the door.
Ralphie's Corral
Saturday, Nov. 6
2 p.m.
Duane Field, South of Duane Physics
Free
Fuel your Homecoming game-day excitement at the official CU tailgate. The CU Marching Band and Spirit team will perform and concession-style food and drinks will be available as your prep to cheer the Buffs in Folsom Field.
CU Engineering Homecoming Tailgate
Saturday, Nov. 6
2:30 p.m.
Outside the Engineering Center
$10 in advance
Tickets increase to $15 at the door.
Homecoming Football Game
Saturday, Nov. 6
Kickoff 5 p.m.
Folsom Field
Alumni receive 20% off tickets to the Homecoming football game against Oregon State. To purchase your discounted tickets, visit the CU Athletics website.
Performances from CU Presents
Student Recitals: November Undergraduate, Master's and Doctoral musician recitals
Thursday, Nov. 4
4:30 p.m.
Grusin Music Hall (C112), Imig Music Building
In person and virtual
Free
The students of the College of Music present works old and new for their degree-qualifying recitals. Recitals happen on campus at the Imig Music building, are free and open to the public and are also available to livestream online!
Chamber Music Showcase: 3rd Fall Performance
Thursday, Nov. 4
7:30 p.m.
Chamber Hall (S102), Imig Music Building
In person and virtual
Free or pay what you can
The CU Boulder chamber music program presents small student ensembles in unforgettable performances of classic and modern chamber works.
Kaidan+: Something Strange and Spectral
Thursday, Nov. 4, 7:30 p.m.
Friday, Nov. 5, 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, Nov. 6, 7:30 p.m.
Sunday, Nov. 7, 2 p.m.
University Theatre, University Theatre Building
$22
Just in time for Halloween, join the Department of Theatre & Dance for an evening of seven spine- tingling ghost stories from around the world. Inspired by the legendary Japanese Kabuki play, "Kaidan+: Something Strange and Spectral" features a contemporary update of this chilling tale of revenge, and also journeys to a sinister boarding school in Africa, a desolate riverbank in Latin America, an otherworldly battlefield in Europe, a haunted bridge in Australia, the bleak expanse of the South Pole, and the menacing wilds of Colorado. Bring a friend—you won’t want to watch this alone!
Early Music Ensemble
Friday, Nov. 5
7:30 p.m.
Grusin Music Hall (C112), Imig Music Building
In person and virtual
Free or pay what you can
Composed of a baroque string orchestra and additional musicians, the Early Music Ensemble is devoted to the performance and study of music primarily from the 16th through 18th centuries, with attention to period style, performance practices and historical context.
Breaking the Glass Cypher: An MFA dance concert
Friday, Nov. 5, 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, Nov. 6, 7:30 p.m.
Sunday, Nov. 7, 2 p.m.
Charlotte York Irey Theatre, University Theatre Building
$18
MFA candidate Nicky Shindler fuses contemporary floor work with b-girling to inspire a visual celebration of a woman's authentic self. Through striking rhythms and provoking physicality, "Breaking on The Glass Cypher" contemplates how women find, claim and manifest power, vulnerability and complexity.
CU Boulder follows CDC and Boulder County COVID-19 recommendations; therefore event details and requirements – like wearing a mask – may change. For the most up-to-date information, please visit colorado.edu/covid-19.
