Headline events

Hawks Run Home 5k

Sunday, October 1, 2023 9:30am to 11:00am
Hubbard Park
The Homecoming Council is partnering with the University of Iowa Dance Marathon for this year's Hawks Run Home 5k to raise money for the Stead Family Children’s Hospital as part of DM30.

Homecoming Bingo!

Monday, October 2, 2023 7:00pm to 9:00pm
Iowa Memorial Union (IMU)
Join us for an incredible night of Bingo! This is one of the most popular and highly requested events on campus. There will be many prizes available!
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Homecoming Blood Drive

Tuesday, October 3, 2023 10:00am to 2:00pm
Iowa Memorial Union (IMU)
Homecoming Blood Drive 2023 will be hosted by the DeGowin Blood Center. It will occur on Tuesday, Oct. 3, and Wednesday, Oct. 4 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Appointments recommended, walk-ins welcome.

Ruckus at the Rec

Tuesday, October 3, 2023 6:00pm to 8:00pm
Campus Recreation and Wellness Center
Join us down at the CRWC for Ruckus!

IOWA on Display

Tuesday, October 3, 2023 8:00pm to 9:00pm
Mayflower Hall
Come enjoy the Homecoming Spirit and see UI’s Mayflower Hall along the Iowa River, along the Dubuque Street side of the building to see residents have their room lights spell out I-O-W-A.

Multicultural Block Party

Wednesday, October 4, 2023 5:00pm to 7:30pm
Hubbard Park
Each year, the Homecoming Council partners with the University of Iowa Multicultural and International Student Support and Engagement (MISSE) group for a Block Party on campus!

Faculty and Staff Coffee Bar

Thursday, October 5, 2023 9:30am to 11:00am
Iowa Memorial Union (IMU)
All University Faculty and staff are welcome to join the Homecoming council at the IMU for free 2023 Homecoming mugs, Starbucks coffee, and pastries.

Iowa SHOUT

Thursday, October 5, 2023 7:30pm to 9:30pm
University of Iowa Pentacrest
Iowa SHOUT! highlights students’ Hawkeye spirit by showcasing the creativity of Student Organizations and Greek Life all across campus in a fun-filled talent show. Groups may demonstrate their talents via skits, dances, performances, etc., encompassing this year's Homecoming theme: The Golden Age.
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Homecoming Parade

Friday, October 6, 2023 5:45pm to 7:30pm
University of Iowa Pentacrest
Join us in downtown Iowa City for the Iowa Homecoming Parade, the university's largest student-run event with 125 entries and 20,000+ spectators! This year's grand marshals:
Beyond the Game: A discussion with Stephen A. Smith, Mark Shapiro, and Caitlin Clark promotional image

Beyond the Game: A discussion with Stephen A. Smith, Mark Shapiro, and Caitlin Clark

Friday, October 6, 2023 7:30pm
University of Iowa Pentacrest
Don't miss this unique opportunity to hear from Iowa basketball superstar Caitlin Clark, in conversation with ESPN's Stephen A. Smith and Iowa alumnus Mark Shapiro! The talk will begin following the parade, at approximately 7:30 p.m. on the Pentacrest stage, in front of the Old Capitol.
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Homecoming Concert

Friday, October 6, 2023 8:15pm to 9:30pm
University of Iowa Pentacrest
SCOPE Productions presents hip-hop artist Swae Lee for the annual homecoming concert! Join us for a free show right on the Pentacrest—all are welcome!
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2023 Parade Grand Marshals

Join Hawkeye superstars Caitlin Clark and Spencer Lee at the 2023 Homecoming Parade.

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beyond the game: a conversation with Mark Shapiro, Stephen A. Smith, and Caitlin Clark.

Beyond the Game: A discussion with Stephen A. Smith, Mark Shapiro, and Caitlin Clark

Don't miss this unique opportunity to hear from Iowa basketball superstar Caitlin Clark, in conversation with ESPN's Stephen A. Smith and Iowa alumnus Mark Shapiro! On the Pentacrest stage, after the parade (7:00 p.m.)

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Swae Lee

Swae Lee will perform on the Pentacrest stage on Friday, October 6th at 8pm, directly following the annual Homecoming parade. Sponsored by SCOPE.

Events for Alumni

The UI Center for Advancement has curated a list of events for Iowa alums and friends! 

View the events list

Homecoming Game: Iowa Versus Purdue

Saturday, October 7th

Kickoff time 2:30 PM

Kinnick Stadium


All Homecoming Events

Hawks Run Home 5k

Sunday, October 1, 2023 9:30am to 11:00am
Hubbard Park
The Homecoming Council is partnering with the University of Iowa Dance Marathon for this year's Hawks Run Home 5k to raise money for the Stead Family Children’s Hospital as part of DM30.

Homecoming Bingo!

Monday, October 2, 2023 7:00pm to 9:00pm
Iowa Memorial Union (IMU)
Join us for an incredible night of Bingo! This is one of the most popular and highly requested events on campus. There will be many prizes available!
Homecoming Blood Drive promotional image

Homecoming Blood Drive

Tuesday, October 3, 2023 10:00am to 2:00pm
Iowa Memorial Union (IMU)
Homecoming Blood Drive 2023 will be hosted by the DeGowin Blood Center. It will occur on Tuesday, Oct. 3, and Wednesday, Oct. 4 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Appointments recommended, walk-ins welcome.

Ruckus at the Rec

Tuesday, October 3, 2023 6:00pm to 8:00pm
Campus Recreation and Wellness Center
Join us down at the CRWC for Ruckus!

IOWA on Display

Tuesday, October 3, 2023 8:00pm to 9:00pm
Mayflower Hall
Come enjoy the Homecoming Spirit and see UI’s Mayflower Hall along the Iowa River, along the Dubuque Street side of the building to see residents have their room lights spell out I-O-W-A.

Multicultural Block Party

Wednesday, October 4, 2023 5:00pm to 7:30pm
Hubbard Park
Each year, the Homecoming Council partners with the University of Iowa Multicultural and International Student Support and Engagement (MISSE) group for a Block Party on campus!

Faculty and Staff Coffee Bar

Thursday, October 5, 2023 9:30am to 11:00am
Iowa Memorial Union (IMU)
All University Faculty and staff are welcome to join the Homecoming council at the IMU for free 2023 Homecoming mugs, Starbucks coffee, and pastries.
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College of Pharmacy Osterhaus Lifetime Achievement Symposium and Alumni Awards Ceremony

Thursday, October 5, 2023 3:00pm
College of Pharmacy Building
Join us in honoring recipients of the following (reception to follow ceremony): Ting-Fong and Nei-Jia Chin Professor in Pharmaceutics: Nicole Brogden, '07 PharmD, PhD Osterhaus Medal for Lifetime Achievement Award: Susan Winckler, ’92 BSPh, JD Distinguished Alumni Award: John Daniel, ’59 BSPh Steve Firman, ’76 BSPh, MBA Jan Hansen, ’83 BSPh, PhD Honorary Alumni Award: Gary Milavetz, BS, PharmD Genesis Alumni Award: Kristen Peterson, ’17 PharmD Heidi Schwanz, ’12 PhD, MBA More...

Iowa SHOUT

Thursday, October 5, 2023 7:30pm to 9:30pm
University of Iowa Pentacrest
Iowa SHOUT! highlights students’ Hawkeye spirit by showcasing the creativity of Student Organizations and Greek Life all across campus in a fun-filled talent show. Groups may demonstrate their talents via skits, dances, performances, etc., encompassing this year's Homecoming theme: The Golden Age.

Alumni Ice Cream Bar

Friday, October 6, 2023 1:00pm to 3:00pm
University of Iowa Pentacrest
This year, the Homecoming council will be hosting an ice cream bar for alumni who are in town prior to the Parade.
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Homecoming Parade

Friday, October 6, 2023 5:45pm to 7:30pm
University of Iowa Pentacrest
Join us in downtown Iowa City for the Iowa Homecoming Parade, the university's largest student-run event with 125 entries and 20,000+ spectators! This year's grand marshals:
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College of Pharmacy Homecoming Alumni, Family, and Friends Celebration

Friday, October 6, 2023 7:00pm
The Graduate Hotel (formerly Iowa City Sheraton)
Calling all College of Pharmacy alumni, faculty/staff and friends! Please join us for a family-friendly event following the Homecoming parade as we celebrate all UI College of Pharmacy alumni. Honorary classes this year are: 2023 Reunion Classes - 1963, 1968, 1973, 1978, 1983, 1988, 1993, 1998, 2003, 2008, 2013, 2018 Food will be served, and a cash bar will be available. Fun activities for the kids! Cost: $15/adult, $8/children 6 - 12 years, FREE/children 5 and under REGISTER *College...
Beyond the Game: A discussion with Stephen A. Smith, Mark Shapiro, and Caitlin Clark promotional image

Beyond the Game: A discussion with Stephen A. Smith, Mark Shapiro, and Caitlin Clark

Friday, October 6, 2023 7:30pm
University of Iowa Pentacrest
Don't miss this unique opportunity to hear from Iowa basketball superstar Caitlin Clark, in conversation with ESPN's Stephen A. Smith and Iowa alumnus Mark Shapiro! The talk will begin following the parade, at approximately 7:30 p.m. on the Pentacrest stage, in front of the Old Capitol.
Homecoming Concert promotional image

Homecoming Concert

Friday, October 6, 2023 8:15pm to 9:30pm
University of Iowa Pentacrest
SCOPE Productions presents hip-hop artist Swae Lee for the annual homecoming concert! Join us for a free show right on the Pentacrest—all are welcome!

UI College of Education Homecoming Tailgate Picnic Celebration

Saturday, October 7, 2023 11:00am to 1:00pm
Lindquist Center
Saturday, Oct. 7, from 11 a.m. to 1 pm. in the College of Education's Baker Teacher Leader Center in North Lindquist and the UI College of Education Courtyard. Free boxed picnic lunches, gifts, drawings for prizes, and musical entertainment provided by The Silver Swing Band. The Iowa Raptor Project will also provide an opportunity to meet one of the raptors in the courtyard. Registration is now closed for the homecoming tailgate celebration. For more information, call Lois J. Gray at 319-335...