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Schedule of events
Homecoming at UW-Whitewater is a long-standing tradition of celebrating the campus community. From spirited celebrations to meaningful moments, we’ve planned a week full of unforgettable experiences just for you. Let’s celebrate our shared legacy and create new memories together.
Attire is casual for all activities unless otherwise noted. Show your Warhawk Pride near or far - participate in our daily themes or wear your Warhawk gear wherever you are celebrating!
Study night | 7 p.m. | University Center Hamilton Room, UC 275
Trivia and games | 7 p.m. | University Center Hamilton Room, UC 275
Wheel of Fortune | 7 p.m. | The Young
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Men's Soccer | 7 p.m. | Fiskum Field
Women's Volleyball | 7 p.m. | Williams Center, Kris Russell Volleyball Arena
Student talent show | 7 p.m. | The Young
Doors open at 6 p.m. Tickets are required for entry and can be obtained at Homecoming events leading up to the talent show and pending availability. Tickets are free for students with a valid HawkCard and $5 for the non-HawkCard community. Alumni, faculty and staff are welcome to attend, judge or volunteer.
Homecoming Welcome Booth | 12-5 p.m. | James R. Connor University Center
Kick off your Homecoming weekend at the Homecoming Welcome Booth in the University Center! This gathering spot is the perfect place to connect with fellow alumni, friends, and families as you begin your campus visit. Pick up event information and campus maps, get answers to your questions, and join a guided campus tour to see what’s new while revisiting your favorite university memories. We can’t wait to welcome you back!
Guided campus tours available at 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. Pre-registration requested. Sign-up may also be available on the day of the event.
Pick up your self-guided tour brochure all day.
Spirit Rally and Bonfire | 6-9 p.m. | Lot 12 Green Space
Feel the Purple Reign at the Spirit Rally. Students, alumni, and the campus community are invited to join fellow Warhawks for a bonfire, tug of war and student org competitions. There will be food and beverages, music and more.
Royal Purple 125th Anniversary Celebration | 6:30 p.m. | Hyland Hall
More information coming soon.
Women's Volleyball - Dig Panici Classic | 2:30 p.m. and 7 p.m. | Williams Center, Kris Russell Volleyball Arena
Warhawk Activity Zone | 9-10 a.m. | in front of Andersen Library on Main Street
This pet-friendly event includes family games, photos with Willie Warhawk, airbrush tattoos, coffee and donuts. Pick up a candy bag and stay to watch the parade.
Parade | 10-11 a.m.
Join us along Main and Prairie Streets for one of Homecoming’s most beloved traditions! Enjoy the excitement of student organizations, the Warhawk marching band and cheer team, alumni groups, and community businesses as they make their way through campus. Bring your family and friends, cheer on participants, and celebrate the pride and traditions that make our community special. See map for route »
Tailgate Lunch | 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. | Coulthart Pavilion
Join us for a pre-game tailgate in the Coulthart Pavilion outside Perkins Stadium. Ticket packages include food, one beverage and one game ticket for $35. Parking is not included. Preregistration is required.
Alumni tailgate parties | 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. | Perkins Stadium
Planning a tailgate before the game? Share your details with alumni@uww.edu, and we'll help promote your gathering to fellow alumni and Homecoming guests, so others can join in the fun.
Campus Tours | 11:15 a.m.
Meet your tour guide at the Warhawk Activity Zone immediately after the parade. See how much the campus has grown, and rediscover UW-Whitewater as it is today. Preregistration is requested. Sign-up may also be available on the day of the event.
Marching band reunion
Join marching band alumni from across the decades and current band members to entertain the Homecoming game crowd.
Football game | 1 p.m. | Perkins Stadium
Watch our Warhawk football team take on the UW-Stevens Point Pointers. Kick off is at 1 p.m. Halftime will include student org recognition, Athletics Hall of Fame class announcement and Warhawk Marching Band performance.
Women's Volleyball - Dig Panici Classic | 3 p.m. | Williams Center Kris Russell Volleyball Arena
Athletics Hall of Fame dinner and awards | Hamilton Room, James R. Connor University Center
Preregistration is required. More details coming soon.
BoDeans | 7 p.m. | The Young
Celebrate the final night of Homecoming Weekend with Wisconsin’s own BoDeans as they mark the 40th anniversary of their acclaimed debut album, Love & Hope & Sex & Dreams. Led by founding frontman Kurt Neumann, the band will deliver a special two-and-a-half-hour performance featuring a video retrospective and songs spanning five decades of music. Don’t miss this unforgettable Homecoming finale filled with nostalgia, energy, and hometown pride. Tickets start at $43. Purchase tickets »
Reunite for UW-Whitewater's 2026 Homecoming Parade at 10 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 24. Don't forget to stop by the Warhawk Activity Zone starting at 9 a.m.!
Parade route
This year's parade starts at the corner of Prince and Main Streets and ends at the corner of Prairie Street and Starin Road.
Make your game day experience as smooth as possible by securing your tickets and parking in advance. Parking lots closest to the stadium fill up quickly and will sell out before the game.
Want to help create a fun and memorable Homecoming experience? Join our volunteer team! Volunteers play an important role in making Homecoming a success, with opportunities to assist at events such as the parade, spirit rally, talent show, and many more activities throughout the weekend. To learn more about volunteer opportunities, contact us at homecoming@uww.edu. We'd love to have you on the team!
Overnight accommodations are available in Whitewater and many surrounding communities. Check out these partner listings for more details on the options.
Chamber and visitor website listings
Homecoming apparel
Show your Warhawk pride at the UWW Bookstore's annual Homecoming Sale. From October 21-24, save 25% on imprinted apparel and gift items, available in-store and online.
Visit us at the Bookstore on Saturday, Oct. 24 from 9 a.m to 5 p.m!
Contact us
Have questions or feedback regarding UW-Whitewater’s Homecoming? We’d love to hear from you! Contact us via email at the addresses below.
General Homecoming information: homecoming@uww.edu
Student events/competitions: Homecoming Steering Committee, homecoming@uww.edu
Alumni Engagement: Veena Johnson, johnsonv02@uww.edu
Game Day/Athletics: Angela Kelm, kelmam16@uww.edu
Media inquiries: Jeff Angileri, angilerj@uww.edu