Part 2—
As we count down the days to Homecoming 2026, we look back on special memories and moments from last year, including Spartacus’ birthday party, the Alumni Awards, thePerk event, and the Homecoming football game.
*All photos courtesy of University Communications
HOMECOMING 2026
Monday, September 21
Blue and White Donuts
8 a.m. in the Quad
Hunt for the Golden Spartacus Begins
8 a.m. in the Alumni Office
Nominations for the Spirit of Spartan Award Open
Students, faculty, and staff can nominate here.
Tuesday, September 22
Faculty/Staff vs Student Knockout Tournament
11 a.m. in the SRC
The Pursuit
7 p.m. in the Performance Hall
Wednesday, September 23
See You at the Pole
7:30 a.m. in the Learning Center
The Spartan Games
11 a.m. in the Quad
Thursday, September 24
Homecoming Celebration
11 a.m. in the Pillsbury Chapel and Dale Williams Fine Arts Center – Celebrate our alumni as they receive awards!
Spartacus’ Birthday Party
12 p.m. in the Quad – Wish Spartacus a happy birthday!
Friday, September 25
Chalk the Walk
12 p.m. in the Quad
Athletics Hall of Fame Ceremony
6 p.m. at Tapawingo National Golf Club. To purchase tickets, click here. Includes alumni pre-reception at 5:30.
School of Teacher Education Student Teacher and Alumni Event
5-7 p.m. in thePerk and Quad. RSVP here.
Class of 2016 reunion prior to thePerk[29]
Class of 2016 alumni, doors are opening early just for you. Arrive at 6 p.m. to mingle pre-show in Muncy Gym.
thePerk[29]
Doors open at 6:30 p.m. with 7 p.m. show start in Muncy Gym. More information can be found here.
Want to audition? Fill this out.
Saturday, September 26
Parent and Family Experience | Register here
All day – Parents join your student for activities beginning with lunch in the Dining Hall.
Women’s Soccer Game*
10 a.m. at Spartan Field
Men’s Soccer Game*
1 p.m. at Spartan Field
Class of 1976, celebrate your 50th reunion
Join your classmates at thePerk at 4 p.m. and stay through halftime for a recognition on the field. Find out more by emailing julie.sullivan@mobap.edu.
Kaldi’s & Kolaches: Alumni & Parent Reception with the President and First Lady
4 p.m. in thePerk; please RSVP to advancement@mobap.edu
Tailgating Begins
4 p.m. at Spartan Field
Homecoming Festival & Chili Supper – alumni visit our tent for your free Homecoming shirt (while supplies last)
5 p.m. at Spartan Field
Homecoming Game*
7 p.m. at Spartan Field
BLUE OUT! Wear your Spartan Navy Blue to support your Spartans as they take on Mount Mercy University.
*Use the MBU Spartans app to purchase tickets to any athletic events.
