Blood Drive
September 29, September 30 and October 2
11 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Nebraska Union | Centennial Room
October 1
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 29 - October 1
1 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Drop off donations at University Health Center, Room 127.
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.
Sunday, September 28
Scarlet Market
2 p.m. - 5 p.m.
East Campus Union, Legacy Meadows
Celebrate Homecoming at the Scarlet Market, a vibrant outdoor event you won’t want to miss! Shop local and student-made goods, crafts and products from aspiring entrepreneurs at the Engler Market, play lawn games, and interact with the learning tables. This event is open to all. Students can enjoy free food while supplies last with their N card.
Tuesday, September 30
Owala College Pickleball Tour
3 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Vine Street Courts
The Owala College Tour is coming to UNL, and they’re set to serve up a high energy, anything but boring pickelball event right here on campus! There will be a pop-up shop to buy merchandise, free snacks, music, and ample opportunity to meet people and enjoy the fun, even if you don’t play. This is a student event.
Yard Games Competition
5:30 p.m. - 7 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, October 1
Battle of the Bands
8 p.m. - 10 p.m.
Bourbon Theatre
Battle of the Bands will feature five local bands comprised of UNL students. The five bands competing are Joyrager, JIBLETS, The Breakroom, Hold Your Breath and Estrogen Projection. The bands will compete for a spot as one of the final two bands who will battle for the championship during the Cornstock Festival. 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 2
Scarlet City Smokeout: Outdoor BBQ
11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Willa Cather Dining Complex, Lawn
Join us for an outdoor BBQ lunch at Willa Cather to celebrate homecoming week! This is a complimentary meal for students with a meal plan. Menu includes burgers, hot dogs, fruit, chips and a drink. This is a student event.
Ice Cream Social on East Campus
12:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Dinsdale Family Learning Commons, Plaza
Enjoy a free scoop of dairy store ice cream and live music by local artist Jonathan Leach. Try one of the limited edition Homecoming flavors: "Follow the Butter Brickle Road," "Enchantmint" and "Scarlet City Swirl." Free for all UNL students, staff & faculty.
Husker History: Campus Memories in Motion
3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Love Library South, Lower Level Room 29
Walk down memory lane with the Archives & Special Collections Husker History 2025 event. We will celebrate stories from the UNL archives and show how these memories can be put into motion through research, teaching, and exploration with archival materials.
All are welcome at this free event, RSVPs are requested. Refreshments will be served.
MGC and NPHC Yard Show
6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Nebraska Union, Memorial Plaza
Attend the first Annual Homecoming Yard Show, a featured event of this year’s Homecoming Week and part of the celebration of UNL Fraternity & Sorority Life's 150th anniversary on campus.
Yard Shows have long been a vibrant tradition—a chance to honor MGC and NPHC organization’s legacy through stepping, strolling, and chanting. Please note, this is not a competition, but a celebration of unity, culture, and pride across our culturally-based fraternal organizations. All are welcome.
Outdoor Movie - Wicked
8:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Willa Cather Dining Complex Green Space
Join RHA for an outdoor screening of Wicked and enjoy a magical night under the stars!
Bring your blankets, lawn chairs, and your Scarlet City spirit for an evening of music, friendship, and a little bit of magic. Snacks and drinks will be available. Movie begins at 8pm. This is a student event.
Cornstock Festival
5 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Memorial Stadium East Plaza
Cornstock offers a memorable evening for Husker fans of all ages. Check out the homecoming parade, enjoy food trucks (free for students with NCard), mocktails, balloon twisting & face painting, tattoo station, tractor hayrack rides, live music and more! There is something for everyone to get in the Nebraska spirit before the Huskers take on Michigan State.
5 pm – Cornstock opens
6 pm – Parade begins
~7:15 pm – Battle of the Bands Finalists Compete
8 pm – Cornstock closes
*schedule subject to change
Homecoming Parade
6 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
