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
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.
Saturday, September 26
5K Fun Run
10 a.m. - 11 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.
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 will feature five local bands comprised of UNL students. The bands will compete to be named best band. 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 Maryland-style seafood boil! We’re serving up an East Coast feast as we get ready to take on the Terrapins.
Menu includes Fresh Maryland Crab Boil w Andouille Sausage, Corn, Potatoes and Old Bay, Maryland Crabcakes, Chicken & Sausage Jambalaya, Fried Okra, Garlic Bread, Macaroni Salad, Remoulade sauce and Sweet Bread Pudding.
Regular faculty & staff meal pricing applies.
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. Free for all UNL students, staff & faculty.
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 - Project Hail Mary
8:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Willa Cather Dining Complex Green Space
Join RHA for an outdoor screening of Project Hail Mary and enjoy a magical night under the stars!
Bring your blankets, lawn chairs, and your Cosmic spirit for an evening of music, friendship, and a 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
