The UP homecoming logo with the 125th anniversary logo

Family Weekend & Homecoming

Level UP Your Weekend Experience!

Homecoming isn’t just about the scoreboard; it’s a celebration of community that starts right here on The Bluff. Take a stroll through the new Shiley-Marcos Center for Design & Innovation, attend a concert with our performing and fine arts students, or simply enjoy a sunset toast with your friends and family.

Exclusive Events

Family Weekend & Homecoming has new events every year for students and their families! Check out some of our favorites below.

Golf Cart Parade

Check out the spirited flotilla of golf carts, tricked out with custom decor by our campus community! If you like little cars covered with twinkle lights and streamers, you're going to have a good time.

Comedy @ Chiles

We could all use a laugh sometime! Enjoy a free comedy show with a special headliner, courtesy of Student Activities.

BBQ & Brews on The Bluff

UP students, alums, families, staff, faculty and friends are warmly invited to the Homecoming Tailgate BBQ featuring Brews on The Bluff!

Pilot Athletics Games

Check out the schedule of homecoming games and don't forget to wear your Pilot Purple!

Students pose on stage for an in-person game of Family Feud at the Pilots House.

Pilots After Dark

During the school year, Pilots After Dark provides UP students with late night programming every Friday and Saturday night - including Homecoming & Family Weekend! If you like free food and good times (and maybe a little karaoke?), you're going to want to check out this year's programming (and learn more about Pilots After Dark) on their info page.

Family Leadership Council Gathering

The Family Leadership Council is designed to sustain UP’s Catholic, Holy Cross tradition of prioritizing innovative educational excellence within an inclusive community that fosters the development of the whole person as a student progresses through their journey on The Bluff.  Come to our first meeting of the year and hear from Executive Leadership!

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