Monday, November 9, 2026
Homecoming Kickoff
Noon.-2:30 p.m. | Lakeside Patio
Join the Homecoming Executive Committee, the Frost Band of the Hour, and Sebastian the Ibis as we kick off Homecoming week! The event features a pep rally, activities, free food, and giveaways.
Homecoming Pageant
8 p.m. | Shalala Student Center, Grand Ballroom
Watch students from across campus take the runway and compete in the Homecoming Royalty Pageant. Who will be crowned as a part of this year’s Homecoming Court?
Tuesday, November 10, 2026
Spirit Tree Competition
11 a.m. | Spirit Tree, behind Ashe Administration Building
Join our competing teams as they decorate the Spirit Tree - the only orange tree on campus - with ornaments that represent their student organizations and departments.
Canes Showdown
6:30 p.m. | Lakeside Patio
Cheer on your fellow Canes as they take center stage in this new talent competition! Students can compete in either the musical or performance category and will have the opportunity to win exclusive Homecoming prizes.
Pancakes with Pat
8:30-9:30 p.m. | Lakeside Patio
One favorite UM tradition meets another! Dr. Whitely and the Homecoming Executive Committee will be serving up pancakes and toppings as a part of the Homecoming festivities.
Wednesday, November 11, 2026
Veteran's Day Ceremony
TBD | Rock Plaza
Veterans Appreciation Day, sponsored by the Veteran Resource Center and Veteran Students Organization
Hurricanes Help the Hometown
11 a.m.-1 p.m. | Lakeside Patio
Join us in supporting our local community as student organizations highlight causes that are important to them. Hands-on service projects will give participants the opportunity to give back.
Hurricane Productions Homecoming Concert
7 p.m. | Watsco Center
Thursday, November 12, 2026
Canes Spirit Day
10:45 a.m. | Rock Plaza
Show off your Canes pride by wearing orange and green all day! Stop by the UC Rock Plaza to enjoy free games, food, and giveaways as we get ready for Hurricane Howl and the Homecoming football game.
Friday, November 13, 2026
Hurricane Howl
5-10 p.m. | Lakeside Patio, Rock Plaza, and Stanford Circle
Join thousands of students, faculty, staff, alumni, and community members for the showcase event of Homecoming 2026! Check out the activities at the block party, grab a bite at the food trucks, celebrate Homecoming at the Awards Ceremony and Pep Rally, and gather around Lake Osceola for the biggest Homecoming tradition of all – the Boat Burning Ceremony and Fireworks Show.
Homecoming Block Party
5-8:30 p.m. | Lakeside Patio and Rock Plaza
Food Trucks
5-10 p.m. | Stanford Circle
Homecoming Awards Ceremony and Pep Rally
7 p.m. | Lakeside Patio
Boat Burning Ceremony and Fireworks Show
8:30 p.m. | Lake Osceola
Saturday, November 14, 2026
Homecoming Football Game vs. Duke
TBD | Hard Rock Stadium
