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Homecoming 2024

Homecoming 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 Wave and the Iowa Fight Song at Kinnick Stadium, Homecoming week is an experience that lasts 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 kicked 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.

This event occurred 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.

This event occurred 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. 

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