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Homecoming festivities bring students, alumni, faculty, staff and community members together to celebrate ¾«Æ·SMÔÚÏßӰƬ 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!
Reigstration is now closed, walkups are welcome!
University-Wide Homecoming Events
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, Sept. 19
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!
Thursday, Sept. 19 | 5:45–9 p.m.
- 5:45 p.m. | Check in at the UMC Glenn Miller Ballroom foyer
- 6 p.m. | Dinner buffet opens in the Aspen Rooms (right outside the Glenn Miller Ballroom)
- 7 p.m. | Ceremony begins in the Glenn Miller Ballroom
- 8:30 p.m. | Dessert reception and awardee meet-and-greet in the Glenn Miller Ballroom
Walk-up guests are welcome. The cost to attend is $45/person at the door. Walk-up guests will be seated at one of our general seating tables.
Location: In person at the Glenn Miller Ballroom in the University Memorial Center (UMC) at ¾«Æ·SMÔÚÏßӰƬ, or online via Zoom
Recommended dress: Cocktail attire
Parking: Please park at the Euclid Parking Garage, located between Broadway and 18th Street east of the University Memorial Center. This garage is a paystation lot — please have your license plate number available to pay at the stations located at each pedestrian exit.
Food and drink: Drinks will be available for purchase (credit card only) at our cash bars in the ballroom. Please bring your ID for 21+. A buffet dinner will also be provided. Gluten-free and vegan options will be available for guests. If you have any other dietary restrictions, please contact sara.abdulla@colorado.edu, and we will do our best to accommodate.
Virtual awards ceremony: For those who have registered for our virtual awards ceremony, our live stream will begin promptly at 7 p.m. Attendees will be prompted to enter their name and email. Once you are registered you can follow the link on the confirmation page to launch the virtual ceremony.
Join us to celebrate the anniversary of your graduation from ¾«Æ·SMÔÚÏßӰƬ and the newest members of the Golden Anniversary Club. The celebration includes a tour of campus, a recognition ceremony and lunch at a CU classic — The Sink.
Date: Friday, Sept. 20
Time: 8:15 a.m.–1 p.m.
Location: Starting at Macky Auditorium and ending at The Sink
$35 per person presale, $40 at the door
Schedule
8:15 a.m. | Check in at Macky Auditorium
8:30 a.m. | Tours begin
9:10–10 a.m. | Presentation
10 a.m. | Recognition ceremony in the British Studies room (Norlin Library)
11:15 a.m. | Lunch at The Sink
1 p.m. | Lunch concludes
Walk-up guests are welcome. The cost to attend is $40 at the door.
Recommended dress: Business casual
Food and drink: Refreshments and a light breakfast will be provided at Macky Auditorium. Lunch and alcoholic beverages will be provided at The Sink.
Transportation: Golf carts will be available upon request for the tour. Please email taylor.alton@colorado.edu if you would like to arrange golf cart accessibility.
Venue locations:
Macky Auditorium is located at 1595 Pleasant Street, Boulder, CO 80302.
The British Studies room is located on the fifth floor of Norlin Library in room M549.
The Sink is located at 1165 13th Street, Boulder, CO 80302.
Spend your afternoon relaxing in the backyard of the Koenig Alumni Center, sampling fine brews and wines crafted by a dozen ¾«Æ·SMÔÚÏßӰƬ alumni! Tickets include beer and wine tasting, food, giveaways and a commemorative pint glass.
Date: Friday, Sept. 20
Time: 3–6 p.m.
Location: Koenig Alumni Center
$30 per person, $45 at the door
Location:
Koenig Alumni Center
1202 University Ave.
Boulder, CO 80302
What to expect: 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 IDs will be checked at the door. Walk-ups are welcome. The cost at the door is $45.
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.
Please drink responsibly and make plans to designate a driver or find alternate transportation to get home safely.
Come cheer on the Buffs as they take on in state rival CSU. This is our Buffs wear white game!
Date: Friday, Sept. 20
Time: 7 p.m.
Location: CU Events Center
Cost: Tickets start as low as $7
Students are free with their Buff OneCard
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, Sept. 20
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.
Parking: There are . Note that Pearl Street will be busy, so please arrive early and plan accordingly.
Join us for a spirited and memorable night following the Homecoming Parade. This unique event is the perfect opportunity to connect with fellow Buffs, share experiences, and build lasting friendships. Whether you're a current student or a proud alum, come and celebrate the shared spirit and enduring traditions of the ¾«Æ·SMÔÚÏßӰƬ. Enjoy the evening in the beautiful setting of Avanti F&B in Boulder. Don’t miss out on this chance to bond with the Buffs community!
Date: Friday, Sept. 20
Location: Avanti F&B
Time: 8-11 p.m.
Cost: Free
Parking: There are . Note that Pearl Street will be busy, so please arrive early and plan accordingly.
Food and Drink: Heavy appetizers and refreshments. First 60 alumni to check-in on-site receive a free drink ticket (21+ with valid ID).
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, Sept. 21
Time: 3:30—6 p.m.
Location:
Free
Food and Drink: Food truck concessions will be available on-site. Drinks will be available for purchase (credit card only) at our cash bars. Please bring your ID for 21+.
Parking: Please park at your convenience at any of the visitor parking spots on campus or available nearby in Boulder. For ADA parking options, please read more here. Parking is not available at the Koenig Alumni Center during Homecoming.
Cheer on the Buffs as they take on the Baylor Bears!
Date: Saturday, Sept. 21
Kickoff: 6 p.m.
Location: Folsom Field
Cost: Varies
Homecoming football tickets are sold out.
Reconnect with your School or College at a Homecoming event on the hill!
Schools, Colleges, and Units Events
Date: Friday, Sept. 20
Time: 5—7 p.m.
Location: CASE Building, Chancellor's Hall
Cost: Free with RSVP
Date: Saturday, Sept. 21
Time: 3:30—6 p.m.
Location: Outside the Engineering Center
Cost: $15 in advance, $20 at the door
The College of Engineering and Applied Science invites you to the sixth annual Engineering Homecoming Tailgate. Join us as we continue to build this annual tradition of welcoming our alumni back to campus and showing our Buffs spirit! Admission includes a trip to the buffet and (3) drink tickets per person for alumni-owned beer, wine, and non-alcoholic beverages. Bring your fellow alumni, friends and family to enjoy the festivities with lawn games, live music from the band High Street Revival and more!
Date: Saturday, Sept. 21
Time: TBA
Location: Engelbretson Quad
Cost: $5 in advance, $10 at the door
The Leeds School of Business invites you to attend the 2024 Pregame Receptions. Join us for this annual tradition of food, drinks, and giveaways with your fellow alumni, families, and friends. Pregame receptions start two hours before kickoff. We hope to see you there!