HOMECOMING
October 13-18, 2025
Homecoming
Welcome Home, Bobcats!
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
Parking & Traffic Info
When planning your travel, be sure to check Homecoming game day parking and directions for game day information: Game Day Parking: October 18,2025
Homecoming Events
Thursday, October 16
All Day
Campus and Uptown
Thursday, October 16
All Day
Alden Library
Thursday, October 16
4:00 PM
Chessa Field
Thursday, October 16
6:00 PM
Convocation Center
Thursday, October 16
6:00 PM — 8:00 PM
Scripps Amphitheater
Friday, October 17
All Day
Campus and Uptown
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
Join us for an exciting adventure during Homecoming week with Bobcat Quest! Gather a team of up to six participants, take a photo with your group at some of our featured stops, and post on the Bobcat Network to be entered in a raffle to win OHIO prizes.
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