Homecoming
Weber State’s annual homecoming celebration is a chance to meet other Wildcats and enjoy all the university has to offer. Come cheer on the Wildcats and show your best Weber State spirit!
Join Us For Homecoming Events
Annual Purple Paw Parade
Oct. 10 | 9 a.m. to Noon | Municipal Garden Park to Weber State Downtown
Walk your adorable pup in the parade in downtown Ogden. Students, faculty, staff, and the community can participate
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Homecoming Star Party
Oct. 10 | 8:30 to 10 p.m. | Observation deck on 4th floor of Tracey Hall
Join us to watch the stars. Weather permitting.
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Virtual Homecoming Recycle Run
Oct. 10 to 18
Virtual race to promote sustainability. Participants will receive a "recycled" medal and shirt from a previous Campus Rec race. Free for students $5 for alumni, faculty, staff and $10 for community members.
Learn More & Register for Race
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WSU Soccer vs. Southern Utah
Oct. 11 | 1 p.m. | Wildcat Soccer Field
Come support the Wildcat soccer team against Southern Utah.
Students get three free tickets.
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Homecoming Pep Rally & Light the W
Oct. 12 | 6 to 8 p.m.
*PLEASE NOTE: The location has moved to the W10 covered parking lot on the northwest of Lindquist Hall
FREE annual event for Weber State and the Ogden community to celebrate Homecoming and kick off the week. Food trucks, live music, and various games will highlight the event. Guests can create their own luminary to light the evening. The cheer squad will count down for the W on the mountain to change color for Homecoming week.
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Career Fair and Graduate School Fair
Oct. 13 | 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. | Shepherd Union
We encourage WSU alumni to join us for this event!
C&O Casino Night
Oct. 13 | 6 to 9 p.m. | Shepherd Union Ballrooms
Free event for students with casino games, food, and the chance to win prizes. The first 100 students to attend representing a student club or organization will be awarded $5 in club funding for their club or organization.
CCEL Service Day of Remembrance
Oct. 14 | 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Join students, staff, and faculty across campus in meaningful community engagement.
WSUSA Advocacy & Unity Bowling
Oct. 14 | 1 to 3 p.m. | Wildcat Lanes & Games
Join WSUSA Advocacy & Unity for a free bowling event and food to celebrate Homecoming!
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Rec Night
Oct. 14 | 7 to 9 p.m. | Stromberg Complex
Choose from a variety of activities including swimming in the purple pool, glow pickleball, cardio dance classes, and a run club run to complete the virtual Homecoming Recycle run.
Free and open to students with an active Wildcard. Just drop in or pre-register. Refreshments and giveaways.
Where's Waldo Hunt
Oct. 15 | WSU Ogden Campus
Waldo is hidden around campus! Find Waldo to win a prize from Student Involvement & Leadership. Follow @WeberStudents for more details.
Home for Homecoming
Oct. 15 | 4 to 6 p.m. | Wildcat Village Courtyard
Come meet your Wildcat athletes! We will also have a photo booth, yard games and prizes, and homecoming swag!
Open to all students.
Safari Party
Oct. 15 | 6 to 8 p.m. | Davis Stewart Center Ballrooms
Join us for a family-friendly safari party for Homecoming! You get to choose and stuff your very own plush animal to take home! From brave lions to a cuddly giraffe, your new best friend is waiting for you in the wild.
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Gridiron Golf Tournament
Oct. 16 | 8 a.m. check-in and 9 a.m. shotgun start | The Barn Golf Club
Register for Gridiron Golf Tournament
Register by Oct. 10.
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Purple Picnic
Oct. 16 | 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. | Shepherd Union
Join us! Wear purple, grab lunch, and eat together. Students, faculty, and staff wearing purple get discounts at campus dining locations (we will have purple stickers if you forget your purple). You are also welcome to bring your own lunch. At noon, the spirit squad will lead the group in the fight song and Weber State cheers.
WSU Salutes Reception & Awards Ceremony
Oct. 16 | Reception at 6 p.m.; Awards at 7 p.m. | Shepherd Union
This event is free to the public. Attire is best dressed. Enjoy appetizers at the reception, followed by the awards program.
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Fall Festival
Oct. 16 | 6 to 9 p.m. | University Village
Join us for a photo booth, Weber swag, music, games, costume contest, pumpkin painting, pumpkin pie, hot chocolate, and more!
Open to all students.
Homecoming Dance
Oct. 16 | 7 to 10 p.m. | Shepherd Union Ballrooms
Theme: Great Gatsby
Free for all Weber State students, alumni, and nonstudents. The first 100 students to attend will receive a custom, limited edition collector's pin.
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Purple Carpet Event
Oct. 17 | 9 a.m. to Noon
Come learn more about Weber State, join us for tailgating, and get free food and tickets to the game!
For prospective students and their families.
FREE Fan Fest Tailgate
Oct. 17 | 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. | Stewart Stadium W4/5 North Lot
Join us for a family-friendly tailgate before the football game and get free food, giveaways, games and activities for all ages, and connect with your Weber State community!
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WSU Football vs Idaho State
Oct. 17 | 1 p.m. | Stewart Stadium
Students get three free tickets.
Check out the Unity parade with student clubs & organizations at haltime!
Use promo code KIDSHOCO26 to get a 30% discount on Homecoming tickets.
WSU Volleyball vs. Northern Colorado
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