Sunday, Oct. 18

9 a.m.

Illinois Homecoming 5K

The race will take place at the University of Illinois Arboretum. The price is $20 for individuals and $60 for a group of 4, which includes a t-shirt. A portion of the proceeds will go to the University of Illinois Emergency Dean fund.

Monday, Oct. 19

7 a.m. to 10 p.m.

IUB The Dormancy of Dusk

The Illini Union Art Gallery will exhibit poetry and photography by Bryan Warsaw.

11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

IUB Lunch on the Quad

Free lunch will be provided (while supplies last).

Wednesday, Oct. 21

10 a.m.

Spirit Day

There will be various spirit-filled activities on campus, special performances on the Quad and a Homecoming gift. Wear orange on Wednesday to receive discounts at select local businesses.

4 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Greeks Support Homecoming BBQ and Showcase

All are welcome at Washington Park (Frat Park) to enjoy free food, prizes and entertainment. Free shirts will be awarded to the first 700 guests.

Friday, Oct. 23

7 a.m.

IUB The Dormancy of Dusk

The Illini Union Art Gallery will exhibit poetry and photography by Bryan Warsaw.

Noon to 1 p.m.

Law Vacketta- DLA Piper Lecture and Reception

Ray LaHood, former U.S. Secretary of Transportation, will give a lecture that is free and open to the public at the Law Building. Registration is required at law.illinois.edu/homecoming.

3 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Applied Health Sciences Distinguished Alumni and Harold Scharper Awards Ceremony

The event will take place at 2001 Khan Annex, Huff Hall, 1206 S. Fourth St., Champaign.

3 p.m. to 3:45 p.m.

Krannert Center For The Performing Arts Tour

The tour allows the public to “learn about the history, design and operation” of the center.

3 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Research Park Homecoming Alumni Tour

Alumni will have the opportunity to explore the advancements the University has made at the Research Park.

5 p.m.

Block Party

Henry Administration Building sidewalk

Food, beverages, games and prizes will be available.

6 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Homecoming Parade

The parade starts at Sixth Street and Taft Drive, travels through Campustown, turns south on Mathews Avenue and ends at the Quad.

6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Law Reception

Law Building

Alumni and friends are all welcome.

7 p.m.

Homecoming Pep Rally

In commemoration of the 105th Homecoming at the University, guest speakers, the Marching Illini and the Homecoming Court will be in attendance. To end the night, fireworks will be let off outside of Foellinger Auditorium.

7 p.m.

School of Social Work Homecoming Reception

School of Social Work

Entry is $5 per person and includes hot dogs, popcorn, salads and drinks after the parade.

8 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Campus Observatory Open House

Observe the sky at the Campus Observatory, located at the south end of the Quad.

8 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.

Illini Union “Bowling Through The Decades”

Illini Union Rec Room

Bowl and listen to music from various decades, starting from the 1950s. All customers will be charged a discounted student rate.

Saturday, Oct. 24

7 a.m.

IUB The Dormancy of Dusk

The Illini Union Art Gallery will exhibit poetry and photography by Bryan Warsaw.

8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

Ag Comm Huddle Reunion

ACES Library, Information and Alumni Center

There will be free coffee, doughnuts and stories from the agricultural communications faculty, students and staff.

9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Annual Homecoming Party

There will be refreshments, a cash bar, music and giveaways. Annual or life members of the UI Alumni Association will get a free swag bag.

Alice Campbell Alumni Center

10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Student Affairs Reunion

Charge is $10 for adults, and children 12 and under are free. Alumni who were part of Student Affairs units will have the opportunity to talk to other alumni and current students and staff.

12 p.m. to 2 p.m.

LAS Homecoming Celebration

ARC

Charge is $20 per person, and children 5 and under are free. Event includes a lunch buffet, entertainment and prizes. Registration ended Oct. 16.

12 p.m. to 2 p.m.

Law Pregame Homecoming Tailgate

Law Building

Register at law.illinois.edu/homecoming.

12 p.m.

Mathematics Homecoming Party

In front of Altgeld Hall

Complimentary food and beverages will be available

12:30 p.m.

Business Bash

Sixth Street Lawn

Cost is $15 per adult and $10 for kids 12 and under. Food and entertainment are included. Football tickets are $63, and registration ends Oct. 20.

2:30 p.m.

Illinois vs. Wisconsin Homecoming Football Game

Memorial Stadium

Tickets range from $53 to $63, and are $25 for University students.

3 p.m. to 3:45 p.m.

Krannert Center For The Performing Arts Tour

The tour allows the public to “learn about the history, design and operation” of the center.

6 p.m.

Illinois vs Northwestern Women’s Soccer Game

Soccer and Track Stadium

The event is free to the public.

6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

Law Class of 1965 Reunion Dinner

Law Building

7:30 p.m.

Champaign-Urbana Symphony Orchestra: Hayden’s the Creation

Krannert Center for the Performing Arts

Ticket prices range from $5 to $40. CUSO will play Haydn’s oratorio and will be accompanied by the UI Oratorio Society.

11 p.m. to 2 a.m.

IUB African-American Homecoming Party

Campus Rec Center-East

A dance party featuring a DJ playing the latest hip-hop and rhythm-and-blues music.

Sunday, Oct. 25

7 a.m. to 10 p.m.

IUB The Dormancy of Dusk

The Illini Union Art Gallery will exhibit poetry and photography by Bryan Warsaw.

3 p.m. to 3:45 p.m.

Krannert Center For The Performing Arts Tour

The tour allows the public to “learn about the history, design and operation” of the center.

Compiled by Lauren Martens

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