Blood Drive
September 28, September 29 and October 1
11 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Nebraska Union | Centennial Room
September 30
9 a.m - 4 p.m.
Nebraska East Union | Great Plain's Room
The American Red Cross and Nebraska Community Blood Bank will be on campus for students and the UNL community to donate blood.
Husker Pantry Drive
September 28 - 30
8 a.m - 12 p.m. (All Other Donors)
1 p.m - 4 p.m. (Student Groups)
Drop off donations at University Health Center, Room 123.
Food and other essential items can be taken to the University Health Center north entrance near the Husker Pantry. Those who prefer a contactless donation may purchase items via the pantry’s Amazon wishlist and have them delivered directly to the pantry.
Saturday, September 26
5K Fun Run
9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Nebraska Union Plaza
Celebrate homecoming week with this untimed 5k event. Whether you choose to run, jog, or walk participants of all fitness and experience levels are welcome. This event is designed to promote health, community, and an enjoyable outdoor experience. UNL Faculty, Staff and Students are welcome to participate. Registration is required.
Husker Football Watch Party I NE v. Michigan State
Kickoff at 4:00 p.m.
Hawks Championship Center
Watch your Nebraska Husker football team tackle the Michigan State Spartans, live on the big screen. Students, Families, Faculty, and Staff will have the full stadium experience. Sit right on the field, concessions are open, photo booth, and more! Event is FREE to all students with NvolveU App, Families will show ‘Family Weekend’ registration email, and Faculty & Staff with NCard. Details
Sunday, September 27
Husker Games
1 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Mabel Lee Fields
Hosted by Auguste Auger, Beast Games Contestant #172, Husker Games brings the high-energy competition of Beast Games to UNL! Participants will face 9 intense challenges testing physical ability, mental strategy, teamwork, and luck. As the competition progresses, players will be eliminated until the finalists face off in one ultimate Final Challenge to crown the Husker Games champion. Spectators are welcome.
Tuesday, September 29
Yard Games Competition
7:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Vine Street Fields
Come cheer on the the student groups competing in the classic games of Cornhole, Washers, Ladder Ball and Spikeball and enjoy free food from the Harper's Smokehouse food truck while supplies last. This is a student event.
Wednesday, September 30
Battle of the Bands
8 p.m. - 10 p.m.
Bourbon Theatre
Battle of the Bands features five local bands comprised of UNL students competing to be named best band. This year's lineup includes Drew Phillips Band, Eden Park, Figuring It Out, Car Bar and Foxbody. Students can vote on their favorite bands after the competition ends. FREE admission for the UNL community with their Event Pass and audience members will earn Attendance Points for Homecoming. There is a $5 cover charge for public attendees.
Thursday, October 1
Maryland Seafood Boil
11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Willa Cather Dining Complex
Bring your appetite and your Husker spirit to a taste of Maryland Seafood Boil! We’re serving up an East Coast feast as we get ready to take on the Terrapins.
Menu includes Shrimp Boil with Corn, Potatoes and Sausage, Maryland Crab Cakes, Crabmeat Mac and Cheese, Old Bay Seasoned Fried Chicken, Cheddar Bay Biscuits, Fried Okra, Crab Salad and Old Bay Deviled Eggs.
Regular faculty & staff meal pricing applies.
Ice Cream Social on East Campus
12:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
UNL Dairy Store
Celebrate Homecoming with some delicious Dairy Store ice cream. Free for all UNL students, staff & faculty.
MGC and NPHC Yard Show
6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Nebraska Union, Memorial Plaza
As part of our homecoming tradition join FSL and the Multicultural Greek Council and the National Pan-Hellenic Council as we host our second annual Greek Yardshow. This will be an evening rooted in the Greek culture, and traditions that are part of the CBFO Greek organizations on campus. It will be an evening of celebration, education and performances. Who runs the UNL Yard? Come out to support and find out! All are welcome.
Movie - Project Hail Mary
8:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Willa Cather Dining Complex- Red Cloud Suite
Join RHA for a screening of Project Hail Mary and enjoy a magical night!
Bring your Cosmic spirit for an evening of music, friendship, and fun. Snacks and drinks will be available. Movie begins at 8pm. This is a student event.
Cornstock Festival
5:30 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Memorial Stadium East Plaza
Cornstock offers a memorable evening for Husker fans of all ages. Grab your spot to watch the homecoming parade, enjoy food trucks (free for students with NCard), balloon twisting & face painting, tattoo station, music and a drone show!
5:30 pm – Cornstock opens
6:30 pm – Parade begins
~8 pm – Drone Show Finale
*schedule subject to change
Homecoming Parade
6:30 p.m.
14th & R Streets
Come celebrate Homecoming by watching student organizations, community groups, homecoming royalty, the Cornhusker Marching Band and some special guests as they perform in our annual parade. Participants will include floats, golf carts, balloons, performances and more!
The Lincoln community, alumni and friends of the university are all invited to watch along the parade route, which starts outside the Nebraska Union and makes its way down 16th Street and Vine Street, ending up in the East Memorial Stadium Loop. Stay after the parade to grab some food and watch performances at the Cornstock Festival!
There will be free parking at 14th & Avery garage
