Welcome to the 2024 Homecoming Events Page! Homecoming will be happening at UConn from October 20th to the 26th. This year, we've got a great combination of your favorite traditional events, combined with some fun new ways to show your husky spirit.
Event | Date | Time | Location |
Homecoming Banners | 10/18/24-10/28/24 | All Day | SU North/South Lobby |
Parade Build | 10/20/24 | 1:00 PM | Field House Parking Lot |
Parade | 10/20/24 | 4:30 PM | Fairfield Way |
Carnival | 10/20/24 | 5:00 PM | Founder's Green |
Lewberger Comedy Show | 10/22/24 | 8:00PM | Jorgensen |
Lip Sync | 10/24/24 | 7:00PM | Gampel Pavilion |
Fan Fest Friday | 10/25/24 | 2:00PM | Founder's Green |
Homecoming Football Game | 10/26/24 | 3:00 PM | Pratt & Whitney Stadium |
Banners
As a member of a participating team:
- Work with your team to decorate a Homecoming Banner & submit your banner to the Student Activities front desk (SU 308) before the deadline.
- View your banner as it’s displayed in the SU North & South Lobbies throughout Homecoming week.
- Attend Lip Sync to hear the Homecoming Banners winners announcement.
As a non-participating student:
- View the Homecoming Banners in the SU North and South Lobbies throughout Homecoming week.
- Attend Lip Sync to hear the Homecoming Banners winners announcement.
Parade Build
As a member of a participating team:
- If you’re a Float Unit in the parade, arrive at 1pm to decorate your golf cart that serves as your team’s parade float.
- If you’re a Marching Unit, this is not applicable. Your team should arrive between 3:30-4pm for parade check-in.
As a non-participating student:
- This event is not applicable unless you are participating as a Float Unit in the parade.
Parade
As a member of a participating team:
- Check your team in at the Field House parking lot between 3:30-4pm. If you’re a Float Unit, make sure the driver of the golf cart has their driver’s license on hand for check in.
- Follow directions of the SUBOG volunteer at check in regarding your team’s order in the parade & get lined up in the appropriate order.
- When the parade kicks off, follow the route to the end & feel free to stop in front of the judges table to show off your team’s spirit and pride.
- Follow directions of the SUBOG volunteer at the end of the route, clean up your golf cart, if applicable, and go enjoy the Homecoming Carnival!
As a non-participating student:
- Observe the parade along Fairfield Way to see student organizations, Marching Band, and the iconic husky balloon march through campus showcasing their UConn pride.
- Follow the parade to the end of the route & head to Homecoming Carnival afterwards!
Carnival
As a member of a participating team:
- There are no competition aspects of the Homecoming Carnival. Simply enjoy the rides & food with your friends!
As a non-participating student:
- Enjoy carnival rides, food trucks, and more on Founders Green after the Homecoming Parade!
Lewberger Comedy Show
Lewberger is a comedy band that’s been on America’s Got Talent and Bring the Funny.
As a member of a participating team:
- There are no competition aspects of the Lewberger Comedy Show. Show up to Jorgensen with your Student ID & enjoy the show!
As a non-participating student:
- Show up to Jorgensen with your Student ID & enjoy the show!
Lip Sync
As a member of a participating team:
- Prepare a lip sync routine with your team & perform in front of a panel of judges and your peers in a fun-filled, high energy night
- Be sure to complete all required forms & attend the Lip Sync Production Meetings to secure your performance.
As a non-participating student:
- Head to Gampel and be prepared for a lot of entertainment and laughs from your peers.
- Watch as each Homecoming team puts on their Lip Sync performance & wait until the end to hear winners for the night announced!
Fan Fest Friday
As a member of a participating team:
- Come with your team ready to compete in some nostalgic field day games (tug of war, relay race, cup stack, etc.) to earn more points towards your Homecoming score.
- Be sure to wear sneakers & follow all safety rules and regulations around the event.
- After you’re done competing, feel free to enjoy the additional elements of the event!
As a non-participating student:
- Come out to Founders Green to celebrate the end of Homecoming week and get excited for the Homecoming Football game! Enjoy watching the Homecoming teams compete & the additional elements of the event.
- This event will feature the Hops 44 food truck, yard games, inflatables, caricatures, airbrush, and more!