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Homecoming 2025 Highlights Featuring Ludacris!

UCR Alumni Homecoming 2026

Save the Date for November 7!

 

All alumni, families, students and their guests are invited back to campus November 7 for UCR Homecoming! Experience college and department interactive booths, mix and mingle with alumni, enjoy a day filled with an activity zone, bar service, opportunity drawings, and more.

Highlights include:

  • College and Department Interactive Booths
  • Activity Zone, Food Trucks, Giveaways, and More!

Events Calendar  

Homecoming FAQ

 

Homecoming 

Saturday, November 7

Black Alumni Chapter Soul Food Brunch
Time: 11 A.M. - 1 P.M.
Location: Alumni and Visitor's Center

Reunite, reminisce, and unwind with your UC Riverside Black Alumni family during our vibrant Soul Food Brunch! UCR Black alumni, current scholars, staff, faculty and friends are invited to reconnect and hear about chapter updates. We're looking forward to getting to know more about you and your family, whether you are a new student or an alum who graduated over 50 years ago. Join us to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Black Alumni Chapter and celebrate the Class years ending in 1 and 6! $35 per person includes a buffet brunch, mimosas and dessert.

Registration Opens Sept. 8

CHASS Homecoming BBQ
Time: 11 A.M. - 1 P.M.
Location: Hinderaker Lawn

CHASS will host a BBQ (purchase tickets ahead of time) play games and have fun!

Registration Opens Sept. 8

VIP Experience

Our VIP Experience provides an opportunity for the university to recognize and thank key supporters, volunteers, and distinguished alumni.

Homecoming VIP

Use the following VIP site for registration and enter your unique registration ID that was sent to you via email. For any questions regarding VIP, please contact Ian Foster at ian.foster@ucr.edu. 

 

Food

Various food options will be available throughout November 7 on campus which will include:

Subway

Coffee Bean

The Habit

Food Trucks

 

Lodging & Accommodations

Parking on Campus

Complimentary parking will be available in the following lots with registration:

  • Blue: 1, 6, 24

  • Gold: All Gold Lots

Register your vehicle by 2 P.M. on November 7

Lodging

The following are located in Downtown Riverside which are a short drive to campus:

 

Homecoming FAQ

  • Where is Homecoming taking place?
    Homecoming 2026 will take place on campus. The University of California, Riverside address is 900 University Ave, Riverside, CA 92521. The campus map can help you find your way to Homecoming events. The main Homecoming event will take place on HUB Lawn, adjacent to the Bell Tower, HUB, and Watkins Hall.

  • Where can I park?

    Complimentary parking will be available in the following lots:
    • Blue: 1, 6, 24
    • Gold: All gold lots
    To receive free parking, you must register your vehicle on or before Saturday, November 7, 2026, no later than 2:00 P.M.
    Please note: This reservation guarantees free parking, not designated parking. Parking is on a first come, first served basis. ADA/Accessible parking also requires a reservation.
    Parking Registration Link: https://www.offstreet.io/events/2YK1UF4C

  • What can I bring in?
    All bags will undergo a security check upon entrance to the concert venue. Guests may bring empty refillable beverage containers to fill up with water to reduce waste from one-time use cups.

    Please note that the following items are prohibited: animals except for service dogs, outside alcohol, glass bottles or containers, umbrellas, coolers, tobacco products, illegal drugs/paraphernalia, and weapons of any kind, including firearms and knives. UC Riverside is a smoke- and tobacco-free environment. Tobacco, e-cigarettes, and vaping are not permitted on university property, including parking lots.

  • Yes, kids are allowed and this is a family friendly event!

    Please note children under the age of 18 must be with an adult at all times. 

  • What food options will be available?
    Limited dining options will be available, including:

    • Inside the event area, food trucks and a grab-n-go option will be available for purchase. 
    • A complimentary water station will be available for all guests in attendance. Guests may bring empty containers to fill up with water to minimize waste from one-time use cups.

  • What lodgings are nearby?

    Downtown Riverside offers a variety of options, just a short drive to campus and close to dining, museums, and shops:

  • What does Scotty want for his birthday?
    So kind of you to ask! Scotty's birthday month is November and is asking everyone he knows to make a donation to support students in honor of his birthday. 

    The generous support of alumni like you provides the resources needed to foster inspiration, innovation, and inclusiveness for the next generation of Highlanders. Every dollar you give allows the bold hearts and brilliant minds of the Highlander family to continue transforming California and the world in extraordinary ways.

    Thanks for helping us celebrate and continue our tradition of providing an excellent education to Highlanders for generations to come!

  • All lost and found items can be picked up at the UCPD office beginning Monday, November 9th.

    Phone Number: (951) 827-5222

    Address: 3500 Canyon Crest Dr, Riverside CA 92507

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