Schedule
2026 Illinois Homecoming Week Events
Sunday, September 27
Homecoming 5K
- Time TBD
- Start at Main Quad (Anniversary Plaza) & end at Alice Campbell Alumni Center
- Hosted by Student Alumni Ambassadors (SAA)
- Registration information to follow
Homecoming Kickoff Event
- Alumni Center Fountain Dyeing & Pancake Breakfast
- Location: Alice Campbell Alumni Center
- Hosted by University of Illinois Alumni Association
Monday, September 28
Party on the Quad
- Time TBD
- Main Quad
- Hosted by Illini Union Board
Tuesday, September 29
Global Talent Show
- Time TBD
- Foellinger Auditorium
- Hosted by International Student & Scholar Services
Wednesday, September 30
Greeks Support Homecoming BBQ
- 4–6 p.m.
- South Quad
- Hosted by Greeks Support Homecoming
International Alumni Network Dinner
- 5:30–7 p.m.
- Location TBD
- Hosted by International Education
Friday, October 2
Homecoming Parade (Live Stream will be available)
- Time TBD
- Beginning at 4th & Kirby
Post-Parade Party
- Immediately following parade
- Lot 31
Saturday, October 3 (Game Day)
Grange Grove/Tailgating
- Time TBD
- Grange Grove
- Hosted by Division of Intercollegiate Athletics
Football Game vs. Purdue
- Time TBD
- Gies Memorial Stadium
Other Events
Downtown Events: Homecoming Edition
- Time TBD
- Downtown Champaign
- Hosted by 40 North
Does not include ALL events hosted by colleges & academic departments.