Homecoming and Family Weekend
October 10-11, 2025
Calling all Eagles! Join us on October 10-11 for a weekend packed with fun activities for the entire family!
Calling All Eagles!
Mark your calendar for October 10–11 and get ready for a weekend full of celebration, connection, and fun for the whole family. Kick things off Friday night at the Homecoming Showcase of the Arts, where you’ll enjoy incredible performances from our orchestra, choir, symphonic band, and theatre groups. After the show, relax and mingle at the dessert social in the Billy Graham CLC, featuring live jazz—a perfect way to end the evening whether you’re with family or on a date night.
Saturday brings even more excitement, starting with the 3rd Annual Purple Donut Run. Dress up in purple and gold, then run, walk, or fritter your way to the finish line—it’s all about fun and community! Fuel up at the Homecoming Breakfast (tickets required) with a delicious menu topped with festive purple and gold whipped cream. The day’s highlight is the Campaign Kickoff on the Green, a meaningful and historic moment as we come together to launch Northwestern’s bold vision for the future.
We can’t wait to welcome you back—so check out the full schedule below, grab your Northwestern gear, and get ready for an unforgettable weekend!
The celebration continues on the other end of campus where the Homecoming Block Party, Northwestern Market (featuring alumni-owned businesses), and Homecoming Football game await you.
Go Eagles!
2025 Schedule & Details
Everything on Saturday, outside of meals, is FREE for UNW alumni, parents, staff, and their families! Check in at Eagle Central at the Block Party (in the Moyer parking lot) to get your athletic pass, along with a UNW beanie hat for everyone in your family.
Friday, October 10
| Time | Event | Location |
| 4:15 p.m. |
Northwestern Eagle Awards Celebration (invite only) |
Naz Great Room |
| 6:00 p.m. |
Reynolds Field |
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| 7:00 p.m. |
Reynolds Field |
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| 7:30 p.m. | Homecoming Showcase of the Arts An evening of music and entertainment for the whole family to enjoy. Followed by a jazzy dessert reception! |
Knight Performance Hall |
| 8:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. | Campus Store Open | Billy Graham Community Life Commons |
| 9:00 p.m. |
Jazz Dessert Reception (for Showcase Attendees) |
Billy Graham Community Life Commons |
Watch highlights from last year!
Thank you to our Homecoming Sponsors!
