Join us for a weeklong celebration of homecoming events.
Sept. 27–Oct. 3, 2026
Kickoff Event
Kick off Homecoming with the annual Alumni Center Fountain dyeing on Sunday, Sept. 27. The pancake breakfast is being held at Alice Campbell Alumni Center. Everyone is welcome to stop by to get in the Homecoming spirit.
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Homecoming Run
On Sunday, Sept. 27, join us, rain or shine, to run, jog, walk or roll from the east end of Anniversary Plaza to the Alice Campbell Alumni Center.
Homecoming Parade
The annual Homecoming Parade will get underway at the intersection of Kirby Avenue and Fourth Street before heading west on Gregory Drive and turning south on First Street.
Game Day v. Purdue
The game is Saturday, Oct. 3 v. Purdue. Tickets are sold through the Fighting Illini.
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