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Homecoming Schedule
Explore Homecoming & Family Weekend events, happening on October 17–19. RSVP to select events and reserve your spots!
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Featured Events
⭐️ Salzburg 65th Anniversary Celebration (Free)
⭐️ Salzburg Beer Garden ($30)
⭐️ All-School Dinner on the Quad (Free)
Friday, October 17
Homecoming Information Center
3:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. at University Quad
Career Networking Event (Free) | RSVP
4:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. at Naslund Lounge
Join the Office of Career and Professional Development (OCPD) for a networking event that connects students and alumni with industry professionals.
Homecoming Kickoff Reception ($25) | RSVP
5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. at University Quad "R tent"
Celebrate the start of Homecoming with the Board of Trustees, President Newkirk, faculty, and alumni as we launch a weekend filled with tradition, connection, and celebration! Ticket price includes 2 beverages and appetizers.
Redlands Regatta Boat Race (Free) | RSVP
6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. at Thompson Aquatic Center
Cheer on students and alumni as they race their handmade boats across the Thompson Aquatic pool!
Bulldog Bench Intercollegiate Athletics Hall of Fame Reception and Dinner ($75 Adult, $35 Child) | RSVP
6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. (Reception), 7:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. (Dinner) at Orton Center
Join us in honoring the 2025 Bulldog Bench Hall of Fame inductees and celebrating their lasting impact on Redlands athletics and the Bulldog tradition.
Drag Bingo | RSVP
8:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. at Casa Loma Room
Get ready for Drag Bingo with the Office for Inclusion and Community! It's normal bingo but more energetic with lively drag performances, opportunities to win prizes, and a space to celebrate community. Everyone's welcome to celebrate Homecoming with some of our local & fierce drag queens!
Saturday, October 18
Homecoming Information Center
9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. at University Quad
Casavant Organ Recital (Free) | RSVP
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. at Memorial Chapel
Experience the beauty and power of live music at the Casavant Organ Recital in the Memorial Chapel, showcasing the rich sound of this historic instrument.
Campus Tours (Free) | RSVP
10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. at Hall Welcome Center
Explore the University of Redlands through guided campus tours that showcase our history, traditions, and vibrant student experience.
Women's Basketball vs. Alumni (Free) | RSVP
10:00 a.m. at Currier Gym
Please RSVP by emailing assistant coach Alyssa Downs at alyssa_downs@redlands.edu.
Women's Soccer vs Claremont-Mudd-Scripps (Free)
11:00 a.m. at Farquhar Field
No RSVP required - see you there!
Men's Waterpolo vs. Claremont-Mudd-Scripps (Free)
11:00 a.m. at Farquhar Field
No RSVP required - see you there!
Farm Fest (Free admission, $20 meal voucher) | RSVP
11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. at Surf Garden
Join us for lunch at Farm Fest, our annual gathering at the Sustainable University of Redlands Farm (SURF), featuring live music, food trucks, ice cream, and a petting zoo! Admission is free; tickets cover a meal and beverage from food trucks.
Greek Lunches (Prices vary) | RSVP
11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. at Greek Houses
Join Greek lunches that are open to alumni, students, and family members! Please note that not all Greek organizations are hosting events, see details on RSVP form.
Men's Basketball vs. Intrasquad (Free)
12:00 p.m. at Currier Gym
No RSVP required - see you there!
College of Arts and Sciences Meet the Dean Open House (Free) | RSVP
1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. at Duke Hall
Stop by to meet Justin Rose, Dean of the Colleges of Art & Sciences, and connect with fellow students, alumni, family, and friends!
School of Business and Society Meet the Dean Open House (Free) | RSVP
1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. at Hornby, 2nd Floor
Stop by to meet Jennifer Madden, H. Jess and Donna Colton Senecal Endowed Dean of the School of Business & Society; connect with fellow alumni; and tour the Banta Center for Ethical and Purposeful Leadership. Refreshments will be provided.
School of Education Meet the Dean Open House (Free) | RSVP
1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. at University Hall North
All are welcome! Whether you are an SOE alumnus, an educator, or a lover of education, our doors are open and we would love to connect! Please join Vajra M. Watson, the Robert A. and Mildred Peronia Naslund Endowed Dean of the School of Education; and other SOE faculty and staff for light refreshments and take a tour of our building!
Women's Soccer BBQ (Free) | RSVP
1:30 p.m. at Farquhar Field
Please RSVP by emailing assistant coach Bre Miller at breann_miller@redlands.edu.
Men's Water Polo vs. Alumni (Free) | RSVP
2:00 p.m. at Thompson Aquatic Center
Please RSVP by emailing head coach Ryan Hall at ryan_hall@redlands.edu.
Cross Country and Track & Field Alumni Reunion ($35 at the door) | RSVP
2:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. at Escape Brewery Downtown Oasis
Calling all Cross Country and Track & Field alumni, families, and athletes! Join us Saturday at Escape's front patio to celebrate the program and our Hall of Fame inductees. There will be pizza, beer, and good company.
Opening Art Exhibit Reception: From the Void (Free) | RSVP
2:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. at Peppers Art Gallery
From the Void: A Celebration of the Artistic Process
Stop by for the opening art reception at the student exhibit From the Void: A Celebration of the Artistic Process.
⭐️ Salzburg 65th Anniversary Event (Free) | RSVP
2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. at Valencia Room
Celebrate 65 years of Salzburg with alumni, faculty, and friends as we honor its legacy of global learning and lifelong connections.
⭐️ Salzburg Beer Garden on the Quad ($30) | RSVP
3:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. at University Quad
Join us at the Salzburg Beer Garden on the Quad and enjoy beer paired with Salzburg themed appetizers in a festive Homecoming atmosphere. Ticket price includes two beverages and Salzburg themed appetizers.
Softball Homecoming and BBQ Celebration | RSVP
3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. at Softball Field of Dreams
Join us at 3:30 p.m. for our Softball Homecoming BBQ, followed by a Women's College World Series Celebration at 4:30 p.m. Please RSVP by emailing assistant coach Kaitlyn Hooper-Bell at kaityn_hooper-bell@redlands.edu.
BSFSAA Tailgate Hangout (Free) | RSVP
4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. at Casa Loma Lawn
Pull up to the Black Student, Faculty, Staff, Alumni Association (BSFSAA) Homecoming Hangout. We’re bringing the vibes with food, games, and exclusive merch. Bring a chair or blanket, kick back, and join us for spades, dominos, UNO, and plenty of laughs. This is your spot to connect, soak in the energy, and celebrate Homecoming. Don’t just walk by, stop through, vibe out, and tailgate with the BSFSAA family!
⭐️ All-School Dinner on the Quad (Free) | RSVP
4:30 p.m. – 6:45 p.m. at University Quad
Gather for the All-School Dinner on the Quad, a cherished Homecoming tradition bringing all Bulldogs together with a special Salzburg theme celebrating 65 years abroad.
Greek Alumni Leadership Network Event (Free) | RSVP
4:30 p.m. – 6:45 p.m. at University Quad
Join the Greek Alumni Leadership Network (GALN) committee at the Quad for the opportunity to connect with fellow members of the U of R Greek community.
Men's Football vs. Pomona Pitzer ($10 at the gate)
7:00 p.m. at Ted Runner Stadium
No RSVP required - see you there! Tickets for entry can be purchased the day of at Ted Runner Stadium.
Sunday, October 19
Alumni Swim Meet (Free) | RSVP
11:30 a.m. at Thompson Aquatic Center
Please RSVP by contacting assistant coach Kaitlyn Reny at kaitlyn_reny@redlands.edu.