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.
Join fellow Buffs at one (or all!) of our signature university-wide Homecoming events and get ready to show your black and gold pride!
Annual Alumni Awards Ceremony and Dinner
Celebrate CU’s best and brightest at the Alumni Awards Ceremony and Dinner. Join us for an evening of inspiring stories, incredible accomplishments and CU pride. The evening includes appetizers, dinner, light desserts and a cash bar.
Date: Thursday, Nov. 2, 2023
Time: 5:45–9 p.m.
Location: Glenn Miller Ballroom, University Memorial Center
$45 per person (or free on Zoom for out-of-state alumni)
Join us virtually for free!
40-Year and 50-Year Reunion, Golden Anniversary Club Celebration
Join us to celebrate the anniversary of your graduation from CU Boulder and the newest members of the Golden Anniversary Club. The celebration includes an architectural tour of campus, a recognition ceremony and lunch at a CU classic — The Sink.
Date: Friday, Nov. 3, 2023
Time: 8:15 a.m.–1 p.m
Location: Starting at Macky Auditorium and ending at The Sink
$35 per person

CU on the Weekend Homecoming Edition: Defining Beer in the Ancient World
Did you know that beer and brewing terminology were used to define social classes, nationalities and religious populations on the fringes of Roman dominion? Travis Rupp, CU Boulder lecturer and beer archaeologist, will examine the earliest archaeological evidence of beer and brewing, as well as how beer was defined in antiquity. Learn about beer before heading to taste it at Buffs on Tap.
Date: Friday, Nov. 3, 2023
Time: 1 - 2:30 p.m.
Location: CASE Building 4th Floor Auditorium
Free: first come, first-served

Buffs on Tap
Spend your afternoon relaxing in the backyard of the Koenig Alumni Center, sampling some of Colorado’s finest brews crafted by a dozen CU Boulder alumni! Tickets include beer tasting, food, giveaways and a commemorative pint glass.
Date: Friday, Nov. 3, 2023
Time: 3–6 p.m.
Location: Koenig Alumni Center
$25 per person
Location:
Koenig Alumni Center
1202 University Ave.
Boulder, CO 80302
Southeast corner of University and Broadway on the CU Boulder campus
Parking: Please park at the Euclid Parking Garage (EPG), located between Broadway and 18th St., east of the University Memorial Center. EPG is a paystation lot — please have your license plate number available to pay at the stations located at each pedestrian exit.

Stampede Parade
Celebrate your CU pride as the campus and Boulder community come together to paint Pearl Street black and gold! The stampede and parade will begin at 7 p.m. on 10th Street and Pearl Street. The pep rally will follow on the Courthouse Lawn.
Date: Friday, Nov. 3, 2023
Time: 7–8 p.m.
Location: Pearl Street Mall/Courthouse Lawn
Free
Location: The parade begins at 10th St. and Pearl St. and follows with a rally on the Boulder Courthouse lawn.

Homecoming Reunions Tailgate
Round out Homecoming weekend with a free tailgate featuring our Homecoming Reunions! We have many Buff fans returning to Boulder to celebrate their reunions and we will all gather before the game in one place! Festivities include music, photo ops, giveaways and more. Concession style food and drink will be available for purchase. Space is limited and registration is mandatory, so reserve your spot now before we are sold out! Walk up guests will be based on capacity limitations. Football game tickets sold separately.
Date: Saturday, Nov. 4, 2023
Time: 2.5 hours prior to kickoff
Location: Koenig Alumni Center
Free

Homecoming Football Game
Cheer on the Buffs as they take on the Oregon State Beavers! All tickets to the Homecoming game are sold out, but check out our official resale partner SeatGeek for limited ticket access.
Date: Saturday, Nov. 4
Kickoff: TBD
Location: Folsom Field
Cost: Varies
Reconnect with your School or College at a Homecoming event on the hill!
CU Engineering Homecoming Tailgate
The College of Engineering and Applied Science invites you to the fifth annual Engineering Homecoming Tailgate. Join us as we continue to build this annual tradition of welcoming our alumni back to campus to cheer on our Colorado Buffaloes! Enjoy food, drinks, lawn games, and live music with your fellow alumni, families, and friends.
Date: Saturday, Nov. 4, 2023
Time: TBD
Location: Engineering Center–Lower Portico
$10 in advance; $15 at the door
Leeds School of Business Homecoming Pregame
The Leeds School of Business invites you to attend the 2023 Pregame Receptions. Join us for this annual tradition of food, drinks, and giveaways with your fellow alumni, families, and friends!
Date: Saturday, Nov. 4, 2023
Time: TBD
Location: Engebretson Quad
$5 in advance; $10 at the door
AfterMath: Mathematics Department Alumni Reception
Join the Mathematics Department in welcoming back alumni to gather, meet past and current students and faculty, and learn what is currently going on in their old department.
Date: Friday, Nov. 3, 2023
Time: 3–5 p.m.
Location: Room 350, Mathematics Building
This event is free and open to all! Click here to learn more.
CU Presents: The Roe Green Theatre Opening of "Working"
Date: Friday, Nov. 3, 2023
Time: 7:30–9:30 p.m.
Location: Roe Green Theatre
CMCI Homecoming Reception
Date: Friday, Nov. 3, 2023
Time: 5–7 p.m.
Where: CASE Chancellor's Hall
This event is free and open to all CMCI alumni.
Tandean Rustandy Lecture
Date: Friday, Nov. 3, 2023
Time: 3–4 p.m.
Location: Rustandy Building
This event is free and open to the public, students, and faculty.
School of Education Alumni Homecoming Happy Hour
Date: Friday, Nov. 3, 2023
Time: 5:30–7:30 p.m.
Location: Avanti F&B Boulder
All School of Education alumni are invited to this event.
The following groups will be hosting reunions at Homecoming this year:
CU Skaggs School of Pharmacy Alumni Association
Join Skaggs Pharmacy Alumni for our favorite homecoming tradition! Skaggs Pharmacy alumni are invited to the Homecoming Reunions Tailgate on Sat. Nov. 4! Reunion attendees will receive one food ticket and one drink ticket. Please register today!
Date: Sat. Nov. 4
Time: 2.5 hours prior to kickoff (Kickoff TBA)
Location: Koenig Alumni Center (1202 University Ave. Boulder CO 80309)
Cost: Free
Questions? Contact Jaron Bryant
Silver Buffs Alumni Band
Alumni band at the Stampede and Homecoming Game
Bring your friends and family to the Stampede, grab food at the Reunions Tailgate at Koenig, and more. We have discounted football tickets for everyone, whether you're excited to play with the band or just planning to watch the Buffs take on Oregon State!
As in previous years, registration and purchase of a football ticket are required for participation in the Silver Buffs Alumni Band at the Homecoming game. Playing with the Alumni Band is optional, but all attendees must be registered or you may not be admitted to events.
Questions? Contact Stephanie Shafer
International Affairs Program (IAFS)
Join IAFS alumni and friends on Saturday, November 4th at the Koenig Alumni Center for an IAFS Homecoming Reunion Tailgate with food trucks, beverages and CU swag! Then join the crowd to cheer on the Buffs as they play Oregon State!
Date: Sat. Nov. 4
Time: 2.5 hours prior to kickoff (Kickoff TBA)
Location: Koenig Alumni Center (1202 University Ave. Boulder CO 80309)
Cost: Free
Questions? Contact Eileen Brown
Alternative Breaks (Volunteer Resource Center)
The Volunteer Resource Center is celebrating 58 years on CU's campus! Join other Alternative Spring Break alumni for a casual Open House where we'll highlight the wonderful progress we've made over nearly six decades, and where we'll share our plans for the next six! Come to mingle, come to learn, and come to help share in the wonderful work our office has been able to do in conjunction with our CU Community and our local Partners in Service. Light refreshments will be served.
Date: Fri. Nov. 3
Time: 10:00am - 2:00pm
Location: University Memorial Center (UMC), Room 458
Cost: Free
Questions? Contact Jaclyn Abeloe
Army ROTC
CU Army ROTC is excited to welcome back AROTC alumni during Homecoming! The weekend will feature a series of events including a tour of the ROTC Detachment, meetup on Pearl Street for the Buff Stampede and Parade, a sunrise hike and of course a special gathering at the official Homecoming Reunions Tailgate on Sat. Nov. 4 at the Koenig Alumni Center.
Questions? Contact Angenette Nordqvist
Presidents Leadership Class (PLC)
Join PLC Alumni at a Reunion Tailgate before the homecoming game on Saturday, Nov. 4 at the Koenig Alumni Center! Each PLC Alumni and guests will receive one food ticket and one drink ticket. RSVP by Oct. 20!
Forever Buffs Black Alumni Club
Join us as we gather for homecoming to reconnect, network and enjoy the day's festivities! The Forever Buffs Black Alumni Club as we network and connect Koenig Alumni Center. We encourage you to come dressed in your favorite CU gear as we celebrate. All are welcome! Following the tailgate, we will head over to the UMC Connection for a football watch party for those that aren't able to secure tickets to the game. There will be food & beverages for all, along with bowling, pool and of course the televised homecoming game!
Date: Sat. Nov. 4
Time: 2.5 hours prior to kickoff (Kickoff TBA)
Location: Koenig Alumni Center (1202 University Ave. Boulder CO 80309)
Cost: Free
Questions? Contact Anthea Rooen
Forever Buffs Latinx Alumni Club
Join us as we gather for homecoming to reconnect, network and enjoy the day's festivities! The Forever Buffs Latinx Alumni Club as we network and connect Koenig Alumni Center. We encourage you to come dressed in your favorite CU gear as we celebrate. All are welcome! Following the tailgate, we will head over to the UMC Connection for a football watch party for those that aren't able to secure tickets to the game. There will be food & beverages for all, along with bowling, pool and of course the televised homecoming game!
Date: Sat. Nov. 4
Time: 2.5 hours prior to kickoff (Kickoff TBA)
Location: Koenig Alumni Center (1202 University Ave. Boulder CO 80309)
Cost: Free
Questions? Contact Vanessa Lopez
Forever Buffs American Indian Alumni Club
Join us as we gather for homecoming to reconnect, network and enjoy the day's festivities! The Forever Buffs American Indian Alumni Club as we network and connect Koenig Alumni Center. We encourage you to come dressed in your favorite CU gear as we celebrate. All are welcome! Following the tailgate, we will head over to the UMC Connection for a football watch party for those that aren't able to secure tickets to the game. There will be food & beverages for all, along with bowling, pool and of course the televised homecoming game!
Date: Sat. Nov. 4
Time: 2.5 hours prior to kickoff (Kickoff TBA)
Location: Koenig Alumni Center (1202 University Ave. Boulder CO 80309)
Cost: Free
Questions? Contact Tachara Salazar