Celebrate Homecoming plus Family & Friends Weekend
100 Years 1923-2023
October 9-15, 2023
The UNC community is invited to commemorate the university's 100th Homecoming celebration along with Family and Friends weekend.
Events and activities will be hosted throughout the week for alumni, students, families,
employees and friends.
Save the date and make plans to be on campus this October!
HOmecoming Events & Activities
Build your week and weekend around the activities that interest you most.
Additional events and details coming soon!
UNC Spirit Week for Students
Weeklong
Calling all current UNC Bears students! Show your school spirit and participate in community, residence life, and student life activities throughout the week. Details coming soon.
Great FOr: Students
Alumni Oral History Project
Weeklong
The UNC Alumni Association invites all alumni to share their favorite UNC memories - whether from Homecoming or any other campus tradition. UNC is partnered with PCI to collect and produce the alumni Oral History project, which kicks off in fall 2023 as part of Homecoming preparations. The project is a great way to commemorate your chapter in UNC's history and story.
Great for: Alumni
Alumni Campus Employee Breakfast
Monday, October 9 | 8:30 a.m.
Judy Farr Alumni Center
The UNC Alumni Association wants to thank and recognize the alumni who support students every day as members of the UNC faculty and staff. Kick off homecoming week together for a complimentary homecoming breakfast.
Great for: Alumni
Build for Bear Pantry
Monday, October 9
Help the support students by bringing Bear Pantry donations to the Homecoming Build for Bear Pantry event.
Great for: Students, STaff, Faculty, ALUMNI
Paint the Town Blue & Gold
Monday, October 9 | Afternoon
Help welcome alumni "home" to Greeley by showcasing UNC Blue and Gold in your business. The UNC Alumni Association will provide decorations and support to bring Bear Pride to your business.
Great FOr: Students, Alumni and Community
City of Greeley Employees Donuts with Klawz
Tuesday, October 10 | 8:00 a.m.
The UNC Alumni Association invites City of Greeley employees who are also UNC alumni to city hall to enjoy donuts and coffee with the Klawz.
Great for: Alumni and Community
Students vs Staff
Tuesday, October 10
Save the date for the Office of Student Engagement's annual Students and Staff game.
Great for: Students and Staff
MCB Alumni Lunch
Wednesday, October 11 | 11:30 a.m.
University Center
Calling all business alumni, connect with the Monfort College of Business for the quarterly alumni networking luncheon, this time during Homecoming!
Great For: Alumni
FSL Philanthropy Event
Wednesday, October 11
Save the date for the Homecoming FSL philanthropy event organized in coordination with Office of Student Engagement. Proceeds will go to a local charity.
Great for: Students
Bear Sync
Thursday, October 12
Save the date for one of UNC's favorite Homecoming traditions - the Bear Sync contest. Members of UNC Greek life will battle it out through song. A lip sync and choreographed competition, who will take the crown this year?
Great for: Students
Blue and Gold Friday
Friday, October 13 | all day
Campus-wide
Whether you’re at work or at home, pull out your favorite Bear gear or Blue and Gold, and wear your UNC spirit with pride. Then head to Downtown Greeley to enjoy lunch at one of Greeley's great dining options.
Great for: Students, Alumni, Family and Friends
1973 Reunion
Friday, October 13-Saturday, October 14
University Center
The UNC Alumni Association welcomes back the Class of 1973 for their 50th Class year reunion. Celebrate with a reunion lunch joined by past alumni board members, a campus tour to experience what has changed, watch the Homecoming fireworks and bonfire from the UC, then cheer for the Bears on Saturday with a tailgate and football game tickets.
Great for: Alumni
¡Celebremos! A Festival of Latinx Music & Culture
Friday, October 13 | 5:00 p.m.
Campus Commons
Join the College of Performing and Visual Arts in launching the new Bachelor of Arts in Latinx Music. Doors open at 5:00 p.m. and the concert featuring musical guest guest Alfredo Rodríguez begins at 7:30 p.m. in the Campus Commons.
Great for: Students, Alumni, Family and Friends
Greek Alumni Mixer
Friday, October 13 | 5:30 p.m.
University Center
The UNC Alumni Association in collaboration with Fraternity and Sorority Life, invite alumni from UNC's various Greek organizations to return to campus for a Friday night mixer and networking event prior to the Homecoming bonfire and fireworks.
Great for: Alumni
Alumni & Parents Reception
Friday, October 13
University Center
The UNC Alumni Association invites all alumni, parents and families to celebrate the strength of the UNC Bear Network. Come together at the University Center, overlooking the bonfire and fireworks near Bishop Lehr. Special guests will include the Class of 1973.
Great for: Alumni, Family and Friends
Homecoming Bonfire and Fireworks
Friday, October 13
Near Bishop Lehr
The UNC community is invited to celebrate the annual tradition Homecoming's Friday night bonfire and fireworks. Enjoy the Pride of the Rockies Marching Band, and all things UNC Bear Pride.
Great for: Students, Alumni, Family and Friends
Homecoming 5K
October 14 | 9:00 a.m.
Campus-wide
The UNC Recreation Center invites all members of the UNC community to sign up for the annual Homecoming 5K run/walk. The event is a great way to kick-off Saturday's activities and enjoy the beauty of UNC's campus.
Great for: Students, Alumni, Families and Friends
Homecoming Tailgate
Saturday, October 14 | 10:00 a.m.
Nottingham Field
Get ready to cheer for your UNC Bears during the Homecoming Tailgate, opening 3 hours prior to kickoff. Whether you plan your own tailgate or join the complimentary UNC Alumni Association tailgate, you don't want to miss out on the fun and free give-aways.
Great for: Students, Alumni, Families and Friends
UNC Bears Football vs. Sacramento State
Saturday, October 14 | 1:00 p.m.
Nottingham Field
Wear your best UNC Bear gear and cheer for the Bears as they defend against the visiting Sacramento State Hornets. Students get free admissions with their student ID, alumni, families and friends may purchase tickets through the UNC Ticket office when individual game tickets go on sale.
Great for: Students, Alumni, Families and Friends
Brunch
Sunday, October 15
Families and student are invited to finish the weekend events with Brunch organized by the Office of Student Engagement.
Great for: Students, Families
UNC Bears Soccer vs. Montana Grizzlies
Sunday, October 15 | Noon
Jackson Field
Wear your best UNC Bear gear and cheer for the Bears as they defend against the visiting University of Montana Grizzlies. Soccer matches are family friendly events and a great way to end the Homecoming weekend.
Great for: Students, Alumni, Families and Friends
50th Class Year Golden Graduates
Welcome Home Class of 1973
Welcome back to campus Class of 1973. To recognize your 50th year, pick up a commemorative Golden UNC hat when you register to attend your reunion lunch on October 13. Wear your hat to all your weekend activities as a special designation to recognize your golden graduation year.
Where to Stay and More to Do
Greeley offers several lodging and dining options for alumni, families and friends
visiting for Homecoming and Family Weekend.
And beyond events on campus, you can look forward to community activities occurring
during the weekend celebration.
Performing Arts
Take in the cultural and talent of UNC's College of Performing and Visual Arts. 2023 performances and exhibitions will be published soon at arts.unco.edu.
Greeley Scavenger Hunt
Get to know Greeley - or what's new about Greeley - through the self directed scavenger hunt.
Show Your Sprit
Show up to UNC's Homecoming and Family and Friends Weekend in style! Get your new Bear Gear through the UNC Bookstore.
