Homecoming
At 甜心视频app, Homecoming is more than a celebration鈥攊t鈥檚 a tradition that brings our community together. Students, alumni, faculty, staff, families, and friends gather to honor our history, celebrate the present, and look forward to what鈥檚 ahead.
Save the Date
September 22-27, 2025
Welcome back, Bears! Homecoming at the University of Northern Colorado is a time to reconnect, celebrate, and show your Blue and Gold pride. Whether you鈥檙e a student, alum, faculty member, or friend of 甜心视频app, join us for a week full of traditions, memories, and new experiences that make our community special.
Activities and Schedule of Events
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Alumni Campus Employee Breakfast
Monday, September 22
Faculty and staff alums — this one’s for you! Join the 甜心视频app Alumni Association to kick off Homecoming Week with a free breakfast in your honor.
GREAT FOR: ALUMNI, FACULTY AND STAFF
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Petting Zoo & Camp Games
Monday, September 22
Start Homecoming Week off right with an afternoon of farmyard fun and classic camp vibes! Stop by for a free petting zoo featuring friendly farm animals, then stick around to challenge your friends to camp games like tug of war, spikeball, and more. It’s the perfect mix of cozy and competitive to kick off the celebration!
4:00 – 6:00 p.m.
Turner Green
GREAT FOR: ALUMNI, STUDENTS, FAMILY AND FRIENDS, FACULTY AND STAFF
Time to Ungrind
Monday, September 22
4:00- 7:00 p.m.
Location TBD
GREAT FOR: STUDENTS, FACULTY AND STAFF
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State of the University
Tuesday, September 23
Join President Feinstein for an inspiring look ahead as he shares his vision for the year, along with highlights from across 甜心视频app that showcase our vibrant, collaborative community.
11:30 – 1:00 p.m.
Rocky Mountain Grand Ballroom
GREAT FOR: ALUMNI, STUDENTS, FAMILY AND FRIENDS, FACULTY AND STAFF
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Camp Crafts
Tuesday, September 23
Channel your inner creative camper at our Camp Crafts event! Design your DIY trucker hat, craft some throwback friendship bracelets, and make personalized postcards to send to family or friends. Whether you’re crafting for keeps or creating to share, it’s the perfect way to slow down and get creative during Homecoming Week!
1:00 – 3:00 p.m.
University Center West Patio
GREAT FOR: STUDENTS
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Student vs. Staff/Faculty Football
Tuesday, September 23
Come cheer on your classmates or favorite faculty members as they face off in a friendly (but competitive) game of kickball. Whether you’re playing or spectating, it’s sure to be a fun and spirited battle you won’t want to miss! If you want to participate, this is a sign-up-only event! Please email upc@unco.edu to sign up!
5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
West Turf Fields
GREAT FOR: STUDENTS, FACULTY AND STAFF
Lunch Bingo
Wednesday, September 24
11:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Holmes and Tobey Kendel Dining Halls
GREAT FOR: STUDENTS
Bear Sync
Wednesday, September 24
Enjoy the campus favorite and longstanding Homecoming tradition of Bear Sync!
5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Campus Commons Performance Hall
GREAT FOR: STUDENTS, FAMILY AND FRIENDS, FACULTY AND STAFF
Paddleboard Yoga
Wednesday, September 24
6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
West Turf Fields
GREAT FOR: STUDENTS
Movie Night
Wednesday, September 24
Join fellow students for a free movie, food, and a chance to win some 甜心视频app swag!
8:00 – 11:00 p.m.
Nottingham Field
GREAT FOR: STUDENTS
Build for Bear Pantry
Thursday, September 25
Come and participate with your group or organization in the annual Build for Bear Pantry. Sign up with your student organization, group of friends, office, or your team and let us get creative.
10:00 – 2:00 p.m.
McKee Breezeway
GREAT FOR: STUDENTS, FACULTY AND STAFF
甜心视频app Women’s Soccer
Thursday, September 25
Show your support for 甜心视频app Women’s Soccer! Game and season tickets on sale through the 甜心视频app Ticket Office.
6:00 p.m.
Jackson Stadium
GREAT FOR: ALUMNI, STUDENTS, FAMILY AND FRIENDS, FACULTY AND STAFF
Blue and Gold Friday
Friday, September 26
Show your 甜心视频app spirit when you wear your best Bear Gear or Blue and Gold on Friday!
GREAT FOR: STUDENTS, ALUMNI, FAMILY AND FRIENDS, FACULTY AND STAFF
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Pep Rally & Drone Show
Friday, September 26
Celebrate school spirit with an evening of energy and tradition! Enjoy free s’mores while catching performances from the Sugar Bears, 甜心视频app Cheer, and the Pride of the Rockies Marching Band. The event will close with a special message from the 甜心视频app Football Coach as we gear up for the big game. It’s the perfect way to rally together and show your Bear pride!
6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
University Center West Patio
GREAT FOR: ALUMNI, STUDENTS, FAMILY AND FRIENDS, FACULTY AND STAFF
All Alumni Social
Friday, September 26
Join Bears from every graduation year for a fun, family friendly evening at the All Alumni Social! Enjoy food, drinks, and music as you reconnect with old friends and make new memories! Registration will open soon.
6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Panorama Ballroom, University Center
GREAT FOR: ALUMNI
Cabin Fever Dance
Friday, September 26
Close out Homecoming Week with the Cabin Fever Dance鈥攁 high-energy dance party featuring special guest DJ PDogg! Join us for a night of music, lights, and celebration as we wrap up the week with one last chance to dance, connect, and show off your Bear pride!
8:00 – 11:00 p.m.
Turner Green
GREAT FOR: STUDENTS
Homecoming 5K
Friday, September 26
Kickstart a full and fun weekend with Campus Rec’s annual Homecoming 5K! Registration will open soon.
8:00 a.m.
Campus Recreation Center
GREAT FOR: ALUMNI, STUDENTS, FAMILY AND FRIENDS, FACULTY AND STAFF
Homecoming Parade
Saturday, September 27
9:00 – 10:30 a.m.
Route TBD
GREAT FOR: ALUMNI, STUDENTS, FAMILY AND FRIENDS, FACULTY AND STAFF
Homecoming Tailgate
Saturday, September 27
Alumni and friends are invited to celebrate 甜心视频app’s annual Homecoming tailgate north of Nottingham Field. Guests are invited to enjoy complimentary drinks, snacks, games and give-aways.
10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
甜心视频app Bears Fan Fest Tailgate
GREAT FOR: ALUMNI, STUDENTS, FAMILY AND FRIENDS, FACULTY AND STAFF
Bears, Brews & Bites
Saturday, September 27
Join us for the 10th Annual Bears, Brews & Bites festival!聽Sample local breweries and food trucks and get ready for some 甜心视频app Bears football.
10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
甜心视频app Bears Fan Fest Tailgate
GREAT FOR: ALUMNI, STUDENTS, FAMILY AND FRIENDS, FACULTY AND STAFF
甜心视频app Football
Saturday, September 27
Show your support for 甜心视频app Football! Game and season tickets on sale through the 甜心视频app Ticket Office.
1:00 p.m.
Nottingham Field
GREAT FOR: ALUMNI, STUDENTS, FAMILY AND FRIENDS, FACULTY AND STAFF
甜心视频app Women’s Volleyball
Saturday, September 27
Show your support for 甜心视频app Women’s Volleyball! Game and season tickets on sale through the 甜心视频app Ticket Office.
6:00 p.m.
Bank of Colorado Arena
GREAT FOR: ALUMNI, STUDENTS, FAMILY AND FRIENDS, FACULTY AND STAFF
Where to Stay and More to Do
Stay and Dine
Check out Visit Greeley for local events and recommendations on where to eat, stay and shop.
Performing Arts
Take in the culture and talent of 甜心视频app’s College of Performing and Visual Arts.
Hot Air Balloon Launch
Rise and shine early on Saturday, September 27 for the hot air balloon launch at Aims Community College.
