Take a walk down memory lane and rediscover your favorite campus spots with the ºìÐÓÊÓƵ Alumni Association’s Bobcat Quest — a free and fun way to celebrate Homecoming with friends, family, or fellow Bobcats.
HOMECOMING
October 5–10, 2026
Homecoming
Welcome Home,
Bobcats!
Join us for a week-long celebration from October 5–10, for the Bobcat family — students, faculty, staff, alumni, and community. From the archival display in Alden Library and the annual Alumni Awards program to the Parade and Bobcat Football contest, Homecoming offers unique opportunities to connect with and celebrate OHIO.
Featured Events
Homecoming Events
This year, we're celebrating all week long in Athens and online with so much more than gameday events. Check out the calendar to see all Homecoming events, including college-specific events like parade watching, open houses, Donuts with the Dean and more!
Monday, October 5
All Day
Monday, October 5
All Day
Alden Library
Tuesday, October 6
All Day
Tuesday, October 6
All Day
Alden Library
Tuesday, October 6
All Day
Your Space
Wednesday, October 7
All Day
Homecoming Parade
On Saturday, October 10, OHIO’s Homecoming Parade will bring town and gown together and Bobcats past, present and future to the streets of Athens for a morning dedicated to celebrating all things ºìÐÓÊÓƵ.
Homecoming 2026 Awards Ceremony
The ºìÐÓÊÓƵ Alumni Association cordially invites you to the ºìÐÓÊÓƵ Alumni Awards! This event promises to be a memorable evening, honoring our alumni and supporters who have impacted our community and future alumni.
Celebrate All Week
Get hyped up to celebrate Homecoming with a week of events.
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Bobcat Quest
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Paint the Town Green 2026
The ºìÐÓÊÓƵ Alumni Association invites residence halls, departments and offices across campus to take part in Paint the Town Green, an annual Homecoming tradition that brings the OHIO community together.
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Pack the Pantry
Join the Student Alumni Board in making an impact on the OHIO community during Homecoming Week! We're collecting non-perishable food items and personal care products to benefit the Cats' Cupboard at ºìÐÓÊÓƵ and the Athens County Food Pantry.
Plan Your Trip to Athens
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Homecoming Road Trip From Dublin
Join fellow alumni for a one-day Homecoming adventure back to beautiful Athens, ºìÐÓÊÓƵ. Hop on the Bobcat Bus and enjoy a full day of green-and-white spirit, no planning needed!
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On-Campus Guest Housing
No hotel reservation, but still hoping to stay in Athens during Homecoming Week? We’ve converted rooms inside two currently empty residence halls into additional guest housing for Homecoming.
Can't Make It? We've Got Your Back!
Aside from watching the , here are some activities to help you celebrate OHIO from wherever you are!
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Marching 110 Playlist
Stand Up and Cheer all week long with this playlist featuring classic songs and recent highlights from the Marching 110, voted Best Marching Band in the Nation by USA Today!
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Hungry for More?
Bake OHIO's iconic Ho Ho Cake by following this recipe. Bring a taste of Athens to your home this Homecoming!
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Homecoming 2025
Look through our 2025 events, and take in all the excitement our Bobcats brought home!