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Homecoming 2024

Homecoming week brings together students, faculty, staff, future Hawkeyes, and alumni from across the world in celebration. From the construction of the Corn Monument and the naming of Royalty, to the echoing cheers and the Iowa Fight Song at Kinnick Stadium, Homecoming week creates experiences that last a lifetime.

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Parade

Each year, we welcome Hawkeye Alumni back home to Iowa City to celebrate alongside more than 20,000 spectators that come from around the world to watch the parade.

The Parade kicks off at 5:45 PM on October 25th.

Homecoming: Iowa Shout

Iowa SHOUT!

Iowa SHOUT! highlights students’ Hawkeye spirit by showcasing the creativity of student organizations all across campus in a fun-filled talent show. SHOUT! is a free event open to all.

Join us at the event on October 24th!

Fall Marathon 5K Run

Hawks Run Home 5K

Open to campus and our Iowa City Community, the Hawks Run Home 5K is a philanthropic 5K in collaboration with Dance Marathon and in support of the Stead Family Children's Hospital.

Join us at the race on October 20th!

For Alumni

Coming back to campus? Stop by our Iowa Alumni page to see events for alums, our visit guide, and more. 

History

Homecoming has been a tradition at Iowa for over 100 years. See how we've celebrated over the years. 

For Staff

There are plenty of events for our faculty and staff to get involved with Homecoming. 

Hawks Run Home 5K

Sunday, October 20, 2024 11:00am to 1:30pm
Hubbard Park
The annual Homecoming 5K Race in collaboration with UI Dance Marathon to benefit Stead Family Children's Hospital.

Homecoming Bingo

Monday, October 21, 2024 7:00pm to 10:00pm
Iowa Memorial Union (IMU)
The annual Homecoming CAB Bingo Night: A fun night filled with competition and fun prizes!

Blood Drive

Tuesday, October 22, 2024 11:00am to 3:00pm
Iowa Memorial Union (IMU)
Join us in giving blood with the DeGowin Blood Center
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