The Best Reasons to Attend Homecoming & Alumni Weekend
Graduating from ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½Æƽâ°æÏÂÔØ doesn’t mean saying goodbye — it means becoming part of a lifelong Forever Buffs community. While your time as a student may be ending, there are plenty of reasons to return to campus and keep the CU spirit alive. Two of the best opportunities to reconnect with old friends, relive your favorite college memories and celebrate your Buffs pride are Homecoming a²Ô»å Alumni Weekend.Ìý
Homecoming: A Weekend of Buffs PrideÌý
Every fall, ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½Æƽâ°æÏÂÔØ comes alive with Homecoming, one of the university’s most cherished traditions. Activities bring together alumni, students, faculty and fans for a weekend of Buffs pride. Signature events include:Ìý
- Stampede Parade: Join a spirited celebration that paints Pearl Street black and gold!ÌýÌý
- Football game: Cheer on the Buffs as they take on Big 12 rivals!
- Buffs on Tap: Spend your afternoon relaxing in the backyard of the Koenig Alumni Center, sampling fine brews and wines crafted by ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½Æƽâ°æÏÂÔØ alumni. Ìý
No matter what you loved most about your time at CU, Homecoming offers a chance to relive it while making new memories. Make sure to update your contact information and stay connected to all the fun happening at ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½Æƽâ°æÏÂÔØ year-round.ÌýÌý
Alumni Weekend: A New Tradition for Forever BuffsÌý
2025 was the first year ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½Æƽâ°æÏÂÔØ hosted Alumni Weekend, offering a chance for Buffs everywhere to return to campus for a weekend of celebration and connection. As a soon-to-be grad, you have the chance to help make Alumni Weekend a lasting CU tradition.ÌýÌý
Alumni Weekend highlights include:Ìý
- Exclusive campus tours: See what’s new on campus while revisiting your favorite spots.Ìý
- Group connections: Reconnect with fellow Buffs who shared your student experience, from clubs to Greek life to academic programs.Ìý
- Milestone reunions: Celebrate class anniversaries with friends and reminisce about your student days.Ìý
With graduation right around the corner, you can start planning your first visit back to ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½Æƽâ°æÏÂÔØ. Homecoming and Alumni Weekend offer the perfect opportunities to return, celebrate and continue being part of the Forever Buffs community. So mark your calendar, gather your friends and make plans to come back to Boulder — you’ll always have a home here.Ìý
This program is open to all ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½Æƽâ°æÏÂÔØ alumni and does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex age, disability, creed, religion, veteran status, marital status, political affiliation, political philosophy, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression in accordance with state, federal, and Regent law.