Welcome Home Knights!
We are excited to announce the return of on-campus UCF Homecoming festivities, Nov. 1-6. We invite you, your family and friends to reconnect with campus. This year we are offering virtual and in-person opportunities, that way alumni near and far can participate in the celebrations!
Tuesday, Nov. 2 | 8-10 p.m. EST | In-person event | Addition Financial Arena
Headlined by Jermaine Fowler.
Admission is $25. UCF alumni receive a $5 discount by using code: HC2021!
Wednesday, Nov. 3 | 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. EST | Virtual event | Zoom.
Admission is FREE.
Join us as we speak space, science, sports and entertainment with some of UCF’s industry leaders. We will learn how UCF has played a role in our panelists lives, about their experiences in their industry and gain advice for the future.
Emcee:
Maritza Martinez ’00 ’05MA ’11MBA, Associate Vice President for the Division of Government and Community Relations and Director for the Office of Community Relations and Economic Development at UCF.
Panelists:
Clay Newbill '82, Two-Time Emmy Award Winner, Executive Producer of Shark Tank and a 2021 UCF Alumni Distinguished Alumni Award Honoree.
Kristen Thomas '16, USA Rugby Team, 2020 Olympian.
Michael Metzner '16MD, General Surgery Resident, Medical Advisor for ABC's Grey's Anatomy.
Thursday, Nov. 4 | 7-10 p.m. EST | In-person event | Addition Financial Arena
Denzel Curry headlines the show with an appearance from R&B singer Tinashe.
Admission is $25. UCF alumni receive a $5 discount by using code: HC2021!
Friday, Nov. 5 | Invitation Only.
At UCF Alumni, we take every opportunity we can to celebrate our alumni and friends who have used their education, grit and enthusiasm to make contributions toward making the world a better place. This event honors our university’s most devoted supporters.
Champion’s Award
Orlando Health
Distinguished Alumni Award
Jessica Blume ’80
Clay Newbill ’82
Joyce DeGennaro ’03 ’09BSN ’13MS (Posthumously)
John C. and Martha Hitt Honorary Alumni Award
Gary and Barbara Bryant
Michael Cantrell
Maribeth Ehasz
Saundra Gray
Mary Nunis
Young Alumni Award
Nicholas Grandchamps ’15
Distinguished Student Award
Laura Green ’21
Friday, Nov. 5 | 9 p.m.-1 a.m. EST | In-person event | Location TBA
There’s no denying Knight Nation’s strength in numbers, so join us for a knight out as we take over in black and gold on the eve of our Homecoming football game! This event is hosted by the UCF Young Alumni Council, but all AlumKnights over the age of 21 are welcome to attend.
Stay tuned for more information and registration.
Saturday, Nov. 6 | Begins 3 hours prior to kickoff | In-person event | UCF FAIRWINDS Alumni Center
Admission is FREE. No registration required.
While we’re known for tailgating indoors, we’re switching things up this year. It’s going to be a parking lot party! All you need is a valid ID/driver’s license. We’re also excited to announce that 4Rivers BBQ is our new catering partner and will be available for purchase! Florida Distributing and Oviedo Brewing Company will provide complimentary beer while supplies last.
Saturday, Nov. 6 | Times vary | In-person events
Admission is FREE.
Celebrate game day with UCF Alumni watch parties across the nation! Our alumni chapters and clubs are hosting watch parties to inspire the spirit of game day even when you're far away.
Friday, Nov. 5 | Noon-2 p.m. EST | In-person event | Reflecting Pond
Spirit Splash is back in full swing! Once again, students will be able to run into the reflecting pond and catch ducks at UCF’s greatest celebration. There will be special guest speakers, as well as performances from the UCF Spirit Team and Marching Knights.
Friday, Nov. 5 | 7-9 p.m. EST | In-person event | Memory Mall
Come have an amazing Knight at our annual Fireworks Festival! Don’t miss out on live performers, food trucks, inflatables, and lots of free swag!
Saturday, Nov. 6 | Kickoff TBA | In-person event | The Bounce House
Join us in the Bounce House as our UCF Knights take on the Tulane Green Wave!
