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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, April 9–10, 2027.
Join fellow Buffs at our signature Alumni Homecoming events and get ready to show your black and gold pride!
Alumni Homecoming Events
Experience CU Boulder arts and culture at the 6th annual Culture Crawl. From Arts & Humanities to Engineering, University Libraries and Education Abroad, come experience this fun family friendly event for all.
Date: Wednesday, September 30
Time: All Day
Location: Across Campus
Free
Date: Wednesday, September 30
Time: All Day
Location: Across Campus
Food and Drink: No food or drink provided
Parking: Please park at your convenience at any of the visitor parking spots on campus or available nearby public parking in Boulder.
ADA Accommodations: Explore ADA parking options across campus
Email for questions or concern: culturecrawl@colorado.edu
Ready to celebrate CU pride and traditions? Join the Herd Leadership Council during our Spirit Day ahead of the Homecoming game! Visit us at Farrand Field to play lawn games and take pictures with Alphie the giant inflatable buffalo! Free food and giveaways for current students with a BuffOne ID.
*Food and giveaways available to students only. Alumni can experience student life with exclusive photo ops and lawn games.
Date: Thursday, Oct. 1
Time: 11 a.m.–2 p.m.
Location: Farrand Field
Date: Thursday, Oct. 1
Time: 11 a.m.–2 p.m.
Location: Farrand Field
2200 Baker Dr., Boulder, CO 80309
Food & Drink: Complimentary food and non-alcoholic beverages for alumni and students while supplies last
Parking: Campus visitors parking
ADA accommodations: Event will be on grass; there is a ramp to get onto the field on the NW side of Farrand Field.
Email for questions or concerns: jack.curzon@colorado.edu
Join the CU Boulder community for a family friendly celebration honoring the university's 150th anniversary. Enjoy a fun-filled campus celebration with entertainment, activities, and a stunning light show illuminating the Norlin Quad.
Date: Thursday, Oct. 1
Time: 4–8 pm
Location: Norlin Quad
Free
Date: Thursday, Oct.1
Time: 4–8 pm
Location: Norlin Quadrangle
Food and Drink: Ice cream and cake to celebrate CU Boulder’s 150th anniversary
Parking: Please park at your convenience at any of the visitor parking spots on campus or available nearby public parking in Boulder.
ADA Accommodations: Explore ADA parking options across campus
Email for questions or concerns: Chancellorevents@colorado.edu
Spend your afternoon relaxing in the backyard of Koenig Alumni Center while sampling some of the best beer, wine and non-alcoholic beverages crafted by CU Boulder alumni and friends! Tickets include beer tasting, food, giveaways and a commemorative pint glass.
Date: Friday, Oct. 2
Time: 2:30–6:30 p.m.
Location: Koenig Alumni Center
$35 per person, $50 at the door
4 and under are free
Date: Friday, Oct. 2
Time: 2:30–6:30 p.m.
Location: Koenig Alumni Center
1202 University Ave SE corner of University and Broadway on the CU Boulder campus
Food & Drink: Your entry fee gives you access to tastings from brewers and vintners and a meal from our food vendor
Parking: Please park at your convenience at any of the visitor parking spots on campus or available nearby public parking in Boulder. Parking is not available at the Koenig Alumni Center during Homecoming.
ADA Accommodations: Explore ADA parking options. The event is held on the grass in the Koenig backyard with wheelchair access.
Email for questions or concerns: Please reach out to contactalumni@colorado.edu.
Other Info: To gain entry to this event, you must bring a driver’s license or alternate form of ID that includes your birth date (such as a passport). All guests will be required to show their ID at the door. Electronic IDs are not accepted on campus. Walk-ups are welcome. The cost at the door is $50 (credit cards only). Please drink responsibly and make plans to designate a driver or find alternate transportation to get home safely.
Celebrate your CU pride as the campus and Boulder community come together to paint Pearl Street black and gold! This community-wide event is a family friendly celebration featuring the Golden Buffalo Marching Band, the CU cheer and dance teams, and Chip the Buffalo, making it a lively and accessible event for fans of all ages.
Date: Friday, Oct. 2
Time: Parade begins 7:00pm, Pep Rally to follow
Location: Parade begins at 11th St and Pearl St, Pep Rally in front of the courthouse
Date: Friday, Oct. 2
Time: Parade begins 7:00pm, Pep Rally to follow
Location: Parade begins at 11th St and Pearl St, Pep Rally in front of the courthouse
Parking: Boulder Public parking
ADA accommodations: Boulder parking ADA accommodations
Email for questions or concerns: cusghomecoming@colorado.edu
Celebrate Buff pride with us on Saturday, October 3rd at the Koenig Alumni Center, just before CU takes on the Texas Tech (kickoff time TBD)! Reconnect with fellow Forever Buffs, soak in the Homecoming energy, and gear up to cheer on the Buffs in style. This is a family friendly event. All ages welcome. We’ll CU you there!
Date: Saturday, Oct. 3
Time: 3 hours before kickoff
Kickoff: TBD
Location: Koenig Alumni Center
Free
Date: Saturday, Oct. 3
Time: 3 hours before kickoff
Location: Koenig Alumni Center. The event is outside, so dress for the weather and bring layers.
Food and Drink: Food truck concessions will be available for purchase on-site. Drinks will be available for purchase (credit card only) at our cash bars. Please bring your ID for 21+.
ADA accommodations: Explore ADA parking options. The event is held on the grass in the Koenig backyard with wheelchair access.
Parking: Please park at your convenience at any of the visitor parking spots on campus or available nearby public parking in Boulder. Parking is not available at the Koenig Alumni Center during Homecoming.
Email for questions or concerns: Please reach out to contactalumni@colorado.edu.
School and College Homecoming Events
Join us for the eighth annual CEAS Homecoming Tailgate, featuring a full buffet, drinks (alcoholic and non-alcoholic), lawn games, giveaways, and live music.
Date: Saturday, Oct. 3
Time: 2.5 hours before kickoff
Location: Outside the Engineering Center
$15 registration in advance; $20 admission at the door.
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, Oct. 3
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.