JOIN US OCTOBER 30 - NOVEMBER 1
Homecoming 2025 is almost here at the University of Denver! Spend the weekend soaking up campus spirit, reconnecting with friends, and enjoying a lineup of exciting events. Cheer on DU as Men’s Hockey, Women’s Volleyball, and Men’s Soccer take to the ice, court, and field. Explore campus with one of our student tour guides or enjoy a faculty-led tour of our beautiful arboretum. And, of course, no Homecoming is complete without a tailgate—join us for food, fun, and DU pride before Saturday’s hockey game! It’s a weekend you won’t want to miss!
Homecoming Tailgate
Saturday, Nov 1 | 4–7 p.m.
Burwell Center for Career Achievement
Celebrate Homecoming with the ultimate pregame experience! Meet at Burwell with your fellow DU alumni, families, and friends for a high-energy tailgate before hockey. Enjoy music, great food, fun activities, and a festive Crimson & Gold atmosphere.
What to Expect:
- Food & Drinks: Classic tailgate fare from the grill plus beer, wine, non-alcoholic drinks, and the exclusive Locke & Co. x KMC signature whiskey cocktail.
- Entertainment: Including music, photo opportunities, fun activities for the kids, and special giveaways including DU-branded gloves.
Tickets:
- Adults: $20 (includes food + 2 drink tickets)
- Children: $15 (includes food & non-alcoholic drinks)
Secure your spot at the biggest alumni & family gathering of the year!
Alumni & Family Events
Grad Charity Gala
Thursday, Oct 30 | 7 - 9 p.m. | Tuscan Ballroom (Fritz Knoebel)
More information coming soon!
Coffee Hour
Friday, Oct 31 | Afternoon | Beans Coffee Shop
Join New Student and Family Programs and the DU Programming Board for an afternoon coffee hour to connect, recharge, and get ready for the weekend’s events.
Gymnastics Open House
Friday, Oct 31 | 2:30 - 4:30 p.m. | Gymnastics Facility, Ritchie Center for Sports & Wellness
Come see the first look at our 2026 team! Please wear a costume for a chance to win a prize. Light snacks and refreshments will be provided!
DU Hockey vs. Alaska Anchorage
Friday, Oct 31 | 7 p.m. | Magness Arena
Cheer on DU’s 10x National Champions!
Women’s Volleyball vs. North Dakota State
Saturday, Nov 1 | 11 a.m. | Hamilton Gymnasium
Denver Volleyball is on their way to the top of the Summit League—join the excitement in Hamilton Gym!
Campus Tours
Saturday, Nov 1 | 1 & 2 p.m. | Burwell Center
Explore campus with a guided tour highlighting DU’s history and new spaces. Each tour is capped at 100 participants.
Arboretum Tour
Saturday, Nov 1 | 2 p.m. | Meet at Evans Chapel
Discover DU’s living tree museum with a guided Arboretum Tour. Registration is capped at 20 participants.
Men’s Soccer vs. Oral Roberts
Saturday, Nov 1 | 2 p.m. | DU Soccer Stadium
Cheer on DU Men’s Soccer as they take on Oral Roberts at home!
DU Hockey vs. Alaska Anchorage
Saturday, Nov 1 | 6 p.m. | Magness Arena
Don’t miss the biggest game of Homecoming weekend!
Student Events
Countdown to Homecoming: NDSA's Halloween Block Party
Tuesday, Oct 28 | 6 - 7 p.m. | Chambers Center 160
Celebrate Halloween with The Neurodivergent & Disabled Student Alliance! Come dressed in costume, win some prizes, and have some fun at our themed photo booth.
Register Here!
Countdown to Homecoming: The Crimson Curse—Haunted DU Tours
Oct 28 & 29 | 5:30 - 10 p.m. | Various
Join the DU Community on a FREE haunted tour through campus. We are offering multiple tours per night, with a toddler-friendly tour offered at 5 p.m. both evenings. Round out the tour with a free warm drink on us.
Register Here!
Countdown to Homecoming: Sundaes on Wednesday
Wednesday, Oct 29 | 5 - 7 p.m. | CCOM 4th Story
Enjoy ice cream sundaes with live music from the Sunset Series, plus free student hockey tickets handed out during the event.
Countdown to Homecoming: Pumpkin Painting with Society of Physics Students
Wednesday, Oct 29 | 6 - 7 p.m. | Room 313 (Marlar) in the Physics Building
Paint pumpkins with the Society of Physics Students to prepare for Halloween.
Register Here!
Countdown to Homecoming: Radical Joy in Difficult Times - Life Skills Series
Thursday, Oct 30 | Noon - 2 p.m. | Community Commons 2600
Joy isn’t a luxury, it’s essential for our survival. Come learn how to cultivate joy as a practice especially when it feels hardest to do.
Register Here!
Countdown to Homecoming: Homecoming Out
Thursday, Oct 30 | 5:30 - 8:30 p.m. | Maglione Hall
More information coming soon!
Grad Charity Gala
Thursday, Oct 30 | 7 - 9 p.m. | Tuscan Ballroom (Fritz Knoebel)
More information coming soon!
Countdown to Homecoming: Hunter’s Moon Apartment Festival
Thursday, Oct 30 | 7 - 9 p.m. | York Street Apartments District
Celebrate the culture, science, and spirit of the Autumn season at the 2nd Annual Hunter's Moon Apartment Fest. Here, you can enjoy a Baby Goat Petting Zoo, Pumpkin Painting Station, Hot Cocoa & Apple Cider Bar, Photobooth, Solar System Telescope Viewing, Tarot Card Readers, Día de los Muertos Celebrations, and much more!
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