Homecoming: Create the Tradition

Homecoming is a great opportunity for alumni to return home to UCF, meet up with old friends and classmates and enjoy the fun and excitement all over campus.

Join us during Homecoming 2025. We hope you enjoy the opportunities to return home to UCF, meet up with old friends and classmates and enjoy the fun and excitement all over campus.

Oct. 16 | Shining Knights Alumni Awards Reception

Location: Pegasus Ballroom, UCF Student Union | Time: 6-9 p.m.

The Shining Knights Alumni Awards honor our university’s outstanding alumni and community leaders who have significantly contributed to the university and the community. The UCF Alumni family is excited to recognize nine honorees at this year’s reception!

Oct. 17 | Ignite the Knight

Location: Memory Mall | Time: 6-8:30 p.m.

Join Knight Nation to celebrate on the eve of the big game at this family-friendly UCF festival. Join us for live music, food, beverages, carnival games and special appearances. Plus, cap off the evening with a one-of-a-kind firework spectacular!

Oct. 18 | UCF Alumni Tailgate

Location: UCF FAIRWINDS Alumni Center | Time: 3 hours prior to kickoff

Head to the UCF FAIRWINDS Alumni Center three hours before our Knights charge the field to take on the West Virginia Mountaineers! Admission for this family-friendly zone is complimentary for all UCF alumni and guests.

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Oct. 18 | UCF Black Alumni Community Family Reunion and Tailgate

Location:  UCF FAIRWINDS Alumni Center | Time: 3 hours prior to kickoff

Make sure to head to the ultimate tailgating experience three hours before our Knights take on the West Virginia Mountaineers hosted by the UCF Black Alumni Community! Enjoy a DJ, giant yard games, guest appearances and more. Tickets available until sold out. This event is open to all alumni and guests.

Oct. 18 | UCF Regional Community Watch Parties

Location: Varies | Time: Varies

Not able to come to campus? Our regional Knights Communities will host local watch parties to cheer on our Knights as they take on the West Virginia Mountaineers – and everyone is invited!

Oct. 19 | Trick or Treat on Greek Street

Location:  Greek Park Drive | Time: 2-5 p.m.

The UCF Greek Community is hosting their annual Trick Or Treat On Greek Street! This event is an opportunity for the UCF Greek Community to provide a family-friendly Halloween experience for the Central Florida community – and everyone’s invited. 

All registered Greek Alumni will be entered for a chance-to-win.

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Spirit Splash Ducks

One of the more popular items for UCF fans to collect during Homecoming! 100% of every gift supports UCF students and strengthens the future of our great university.

More events for Knights

Hosted by campus partners

Oct. 12 | U Can Finish

Location: Memory Mall

The U Can Finish Race is back! Join runners and walkers on a tour around the University of Central Florida by participating in the 2 mile, 5 mile or both with the Distance Dare. 

Oct. 13 | Knights Got Talent

Location: Memory Mall | Time: 8 p.m.

Support your fellow Knights as they showcase their special talents! UCF Homecoming presents Knights Got Talent. Make sure to bring your own blanket and chair to sit out to enjoy the show comfortably! This event is free for both the community and UCF students.

Oct. 14 | Movie Knight

Movie: TBA

Location: UCF Student Union, Pegasus Ballroom | Time: 8 p.m.

Oct. 15 | Comedy Knight

Artist: TBA

Location: Addition Financial Arena | Time: 8 p.m.

Oct. 16 | Concert Knight

Artist: TBA

Location: Addition Financial Arena | Time: 8 p.m.

Oct. 17 | Spirit Splash

Location: UCF Reflecting Pond | Time: Noon-2 p.m.

The nation’s biggest homecoming tradition is back! UCF Homecoming presents Spirit Splash. Students will be able to run into the reflecting pond and catch the famous homecoming duck while enjoying special guest speakers, as well as performances from the Cheer Team, Knightmoves, and Marching Knights! This event is free for both the community and UCF students.

Oct. 17 | UCF vs Arizona Women's Volleyball

Location: The Venue | Kickoff: 6 p.m.

Admission: $15

Oct. 18 | UCF vs WVU Football Homecoming Game

Location: Acrisure Bounce House | Kickoff: TBA

Watch the Knights take on the West Virginia Mountaineers and bounce with us at the newly named Acrisure Bounce House! Contact the UCF Athletics Ticket Office at 407.823.1000 or online to purchase game tickets.

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