Homecoming
This Year's Featured Event
HocktoberFEST Pregame Festival
October 19, 4-6 p.m.
You won't want to miss DU's signature Homecoming event—HocktoberFEST! Before our 10x National Champs hit the ice, join us inside DU’s Gates Field House and the surrounding outdoor area for a free, family-friendly festival you won’t want to miss!
Here’s what we’re planning:
Family Fun: Bounce houses, yard games and activities galore—the perfect way to let the kids run wild in a safe, enclosed environment.
Beer Garden: Featuring alumni-owned brews, wines, and spirits—a perfect place to connect with new and old friends.
Music & Giveaways: Get into the spirit with tunes and DU swag that will show off your DU spirit as you cheer on our Pios against Northeastern.
Veterans Thank You Project: Join us in assembling swag bags and writing thank you cards for DU veterans, service members, and military families. It’s a great way to give back and connect with our community.
Plan ahead! Food and drinks will be available for purchase. Purchase now for a discount by adding food and drink tickets to your registration! Limited food will be for sale on-site. Drink ticket prices will go up on the day of. Be sure to plan ahead!
Before Saturday’s hockey game, there will be a special Championship banner-raising ceremony not open to the public. Don’t have hockey tickets yet? You can grab your tickets now with exclusive early access by clicking here. Tickets don’t go on sale to the public until September 10, and the game is expected to sell out.
Let’s celebrate the start of hockey season together—all are welcome! We look forward to welcoming our DU community to campus.
Homecoming 2024
October 12-19
Join us for a week of exciting events celebrating DU. Register to attend and learn more about amazing programs and volunteer opportunities!
Alumni
Events
Morgridge College of Education Homecoming Social
October 17 | 4 p.m.
Join us for a gathering of Morgridge College of Education alumni and friends to kick off DU’s Homecoming festivities! Reminisce with classmates, connect with professors, and rediscover the meaningful work of our Morgridge community. Drinks and light refreshments will be served.
Clarion Reunion Events
October 17-19
October 17 at 10 a.m. Estlow Masterclass featuring journalist and alumnus, David Von Drehle (no registration required)
Davis Auditorium in Sturm Hall
October 17 at 2 p.m. Margolin Masterclass featuring journalist and alumna, Sara Castellanos (no registration required)
Davis Auditorium in Sturm Hall
October 18 at 4 p.m. Estlow Anvil of Freedom lecture with David von Drehle followed by a reception with Media, Film and Journalism Studies
Davis Auditorium in Sturm Hall
October 19 at 12 p.m. Clarion Alumni Reunion Lunch including a limited edition 125th Anniversary Clarion t-shirt
October 19 at 4 p.m. HocktoberFEST Pregame Festival
Crimson Classic
October 18
Join us on Carnegie Green Lawn for the University of Denver's 12th annual 5k Run/1.5 Mile Walk!
1 p.m. On-site Run Registration, T-shirt Pickup, Bib Pickup on Carnegie Green Lawn
1 - 2 p.m. Vendors, Sponsors and Department Table Setup
2 p.m. Music, Games and Vendors
2:30 - 2:45 p.m. Guided Stretching
2:50 - 3 p.m. Announcements
3 p.m. Air Horn!! Run/Walk Begins!
3 - 4:30 p.m. Racing, Mingling, Music, Vendor Interaction, Games
Homecoming Tours
October 19
3 - 4 p.m.
Choose between a tour of the new Community Commons building or the DU Arboretum!
Have you been curious about the new Community Commons building on DU's campus? Join Brian Schreckinger, director of Community Commons, as he takes you on a tour that showcases intentional design and an unwavering focus on supporting students and building community in the central hub of activity for our DU Community. Make sure you don't miss out on the breathtaking views of campus and the mountains from our rooftop patio on the fourth floor. Get ready to experience the ultimate DU Community experience at the Community Commons building!
Join Biological Sciences faculty member, Dr. Julie Morris for a tour of DU’s Chester M. Alter Arboretum! Featuring over 400 plant and tree species, this 60-minute tour will take you throughout campus to learn about the flora and fauna within the grounds. DU’s campus is host to 10 state champions, the largest specimens of a particular species within the state of Colorado. Tour starts and ends on the patio of the Burwell Center for Career Achievement.
DU Athletics
Hockey vs Northeastern
October 19 | 6 p.m.
2023-24 championship banner raising
Captain McKade Webster to do puck drop
Hockey vs Northeastern
October 18 | 7 p.m.
Chancellor Haefner puck drop
Gymnastics Open House
October 18 | 2:30 – 4:30 p.m.
Gates Field House Gymnastics Training Facility (Southmost side of the Ritchie Center on Asbury Ave.)
Get your first look at the 2025 Denver Gymnastics Team at our homecoming open house practice. Stop by to watch the team train and meet the athletes. Light snacks and refreshments available.
Women's Soccer vs Omaha
October 17 | 7 p.m.
Volleyball vs Omaha
October 17 | 6 p.m.
Men's Soccer vs Omaha
October 16 | 6 p.m.
Celebration of Scholarship Dinner
October 16, 2024
A special event connecting scholarship donors and recipients. This event is by invitation only. Please contact (303) 871-4591 or email DonorRelations@du.edu for more information.
Student
Events
First@DU Karaoke
Monday, October 14 | 4 - 6 p.m. | Community Commons 1600
Sing your heart out with FIRST@DU! Whether you want to sing solo or with a group, join us for a fun time!
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DU Duck Hunt
Monday, October 14 - 16 | DU Campus
A campus tradition has returned this year: The countdown to the Homecoming DU Duck Hunt! Keep an eye out in Community Commons, Anderson Academic Commons and Residence Halls for rubber yellow ducks with a secret message on them and bring up to two of them by the Community Commons Welcome Desk by Wednesday 10/16 at 4 p.m. to redeem them for prizes. Prizes include Homecoming hockey tickets (Friday or Saturday), DU swag and more!
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DU Banner and Flag Making
Monday, October 14 - 16 | 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. | Community Commons Canyon
Take pride in being a member of the DU Community and join us in the the Community Commons Canyon to enter and win a DU swag basket, make a sign/flag to show your support for DU!
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Thrive Halloween Party
Tuesday, October 15 | 2 - 5 p.m. | Community Commons Grand Forum
Join Thrive Health Promotion for a festive-themed fair with games, activities, and resources relating to health and well-being. Join for some festive fun and free candy, mocktails and prizes!
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Spiritual Supper Club
Tuesday, October 15 | 3 - 6 p.m. | Knoebel School of Hospitality and Restaurant Management
Cook and eat foods from across cultures, religions and traditions! 20 students can sign up to cook the foods (3 - 5 p.m.) under the guidance of a DU Teaching Chef; 80 students and staff can sign up to eat the foods (5 - 6 p.m.) at a fun reception with friends, fellowship and free food (includes gluten free, dairy free, and vegetarian options). You can sign up to cook, to eat or both!
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Sundaes on Wednesday
Wednesday, October 16 | 5 - 7 p.m. | Community Commons Patio/1700
Come by the Community Commons room 1700 and Patio for ice cream sundaes to celebrate Homecoming week. We will have some games and some Homecoming weekend hockey tickets to hand out as well, so swing on through for a sweet treat!
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DVAM National Wear Purple Day
Wednesday, October 17 | 11 a.m - 2 p.m. | Driscoll Bridge
Come to campus wearing purple on Thursday, October 17th as we honor National Wear Purple Day as a part of Domestic Violence Awareness Month! Be sure to stop by the Driscoll Bridge from 11am to 2pm for free purple smoothies, purple awareness pins and to meet the Thrive, CAPE and Title IX teams!
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The Hunter’s Full Moon Apartment Fest
Wednesday, October 17 | 7 p.m. | UPlace & Ridgeline Parking Lots (1950 York St.)
Behold! The Hunter's Full Moon! October's very own Full Moon during the Moon's closest proximity to Earth - a Super Full Moon! Prepare to celebrate all that comes during the Halloween season at DU's very own Apartments District.
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Homecoming OUT Dance
Thursday, October 17 | 5:30 – 8 p.m. | [Location TBD]
Get ready to dance, eat and celebrate at the Homecoming OUT Dance! As part of DU’s Homecoming week, this event is a fun and inclusive space for the LGBTQIA+ community and allies to come together. Hosted in the 1700 Grand Forum at the Community Commons, we’ll have great music, food and plenty of good vibes. Whether you’re there to party or connect with friends, it’s a night you won’t want to miss!
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DU Palooza
Friday, October 18 | 3 - 6 p.m. | Campus Green
Join us for DU Palooza on October 18th from 3 to 6 p.m. on the Campus Green, a special Homecoming event filled with fall festivities for friends and families! Enjoy performances from live student bands, indulge in delicious food from local Denver food trucks, check out student work from the Art Club and Innovation Lab and capture memories at our photobooth. We’ll also have a Dryvebox for all you golfers out there, face painting for the homecoming game and more fun activities for all ages. Don't miss this exciting evening of entertainment and celebration—it's the perfect way to kick off Homecoming weekend at the University of Denver!
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