HOMECOMING
October 13-18, 2025
Homecoming
Welcome Home, Bobcats!
There's no place like Homecoming at ºÚÁÏÊÓƵ!
Join us for a week-long celebration from October 13–18, for the Bobcat family — students, faculty, staff, alumni, and community. From the archival display in Alden Library and the annual Alumni Awards program to the Parade and Bobcat Football contest, Homecoming offers unique opportunities to connect with and celebrate OHIO.
Featured Events
Homecoming Events
Wednesday, October 15
12:00 PM
Gladys W. and David H. Patton Hall
Friday, October 17
4:30 PM — 10:00 PM
Radio and Television Building 3rd Floor - Radio Studio A
Saturday, October 18
7:00 AM — 7:00 PM
SpringHill Suites & TownePlace Suites, Columbus Easton
Saturday, October 18
8:00 AM — 9:30 AM
Howard Hall Park
Saturday, October 18
9:00 AM — 11:00 AM
Muck Annex, Alley
Saturday, October 18
11:00 AM — 3:00 PM
Tailgreat Park
Homecoming Parade
On Saturday, October 18, OHIO’s Homecoming Parade brings town and gown together and Bobcats past, present and future to the streets of Athens for a morning dedicated to celebrating all things ºÚÁÏÊÓƵ.
2025 Alumni Awards
Every year, the ºÚÁÏÊÓƵ Alumni Association recognizes the outstanding achievements of OHIO alumni through the Alumni Awards. Meet this year's winners who will be honored at the 2025 Homecoming Alumni Awards Ceremony.
Bobcat Quest and Bobcat Quest: After Dark
Join us for Bobcat Quest and Bobcat Quest: After Dark, a new adventure during Homecoming! Gather a team of up to six participants, take a photo with your group at some of our featured stops, and submit that photo for a chance to win an exciting OHIO prize
Can't make it? We've got your back
Check out these events and activities to celebrate OHIO from wherever you are.