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Homecoming Activities 2026
Homecoming is the perfect opportunity to reconnect with former students, meet parents and families of current students, celebrate with colleagues and share your Hornet Pride across campus!
ALL WEEK | Oct. 12-16
Sideline Style – Homecoming Week Vendors
Monday – Friday, Oct. 12-16 (hours below)
University Union Pop-Up Shop, Sacramento State
Buy what you love, love what you find! Support Sac State student business owners at the Pop-Up Shop, featuring new vendors and products each week. October 12-16, shop clothing, accessories and more to get ready for the big Homecoming game. Located in the University Union and open to the public.
- Monday-Thursday | 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
- Friday | 10 am-2 pm.
For more info, visit theuniversityunion.com.
Homecoming Food Drive
October 12-17
The Sacramento State Alumni Association and ASI are partnering up to help students in need of food and other supplies. All donations benefit the ASI Food Pantry. Monetary donations welcome in addition to select food products. Drop-off times will be Monday-Friday from 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m. at the Harper Alumni Center, or at the Homecoming Festival on Saturday, October 17 from 3 - 6 p.m.
Wednesday | Oct. 14
Noon Live: Oke McFly
Wednesday, October 14 | Noon
Serna Plaza, University Union, Sacramento State
Get ready for an unforgettable afternoon of live music with Sac State alum Oke McFly '17 (Communications Studies)! Blending alternative hip-hop, R&B and Afropop, Oke McFly delivers a dynamic sound driven by authentic storytelling and infectious energy. Join us at the University Union’s Serna Plaza for this free outdoor concert. Enjoy the music, hang out with friends and grab some free popcorn while supplies last. Sponsored by UNIQUE Programs.
For more info, visit SacStateUNIQUE.com.
Thursday | Oct. 15
Spooky Scary Pumpkin Patch
Thursday, October 15 | 3:30-11:00 p.m.
Peak Adventures, Sacramento State
Celebrate Homecoming with a Peak Adventures trip to Dell’osso Farms! Pick out a pumpkin, check out the haunted castle, defeat the corn maze, play on slide hill, make some furry friends at the Animal Zoo, check out the obstacle course, and so much more. No tricks, only treats on this trip. We will be meeting at Peak Adventures and shuttling out in our brand-new Vans!
Transportation, tickets, and guides included. Register today!
Infinity Song - Live in Concert
Thursday, October 15 | 7:30 p.m.
University Union Ballroom, Sacramento State
Experience Infinity Song live in the University Union Ballroom! The New York-based sibling quartet blends soft rock, soul, folk, and pop with rich harmonies and heartfelt songwriting. Signed to JAY-Z's Roc Nation, they rose from busking in Central Park to international acclaim, headlining sold-out shows across the U.S. and Europe, performing at Glastonbury Festival, and sharing stages with Sting and Lake Street Dive at Madison Square Garden. Catch them fresh off their appearance at Outside Lands! Sponsored by UNIQUE Programs.
Tickets are FREE for current Sac State students; $35 alumni/general public at SacStateUNIQUE.com.
Friday | Oct. 16
Aquatic Center Student Free Rental Day
Friday, October 16 | 8:00 a.m.-6:30 p.m.
Sacramento State Aquatic Center, 1901 Hazel Ave, Gold River
Get in the Homecoming spirit with free rental day at the Aquatic Center! All current Sacramento State students are invited to enjoy free rentals for kayaks, stand up paddle boards and canoes. You must have a physical photo ID and one set of keys for the deposit. No reservation needed. Last rental at 5:15 p.m.
For more information, click here.
Saturday, Oct. 17 | Festival & Football
Homecoming Festival | 3-hours before kick-off
Saturday, October 17
Sacramento State / Parking Lot 8 / Hornet Stadium
Celebrate this annual football game with alumni, students, Sac State faculty/staff, and the community at the Homecoming Festival hosted by the Sacramento State Alumni Association! Enjoy all the Festival has to offer with music, performances, a golf cart parade, games, activities, and more! Don't forget to check out the Family Fun Zone.
Learn more about gameday parking and tailgating policies!
Let us know you're coming to Homecoming and register to WIN!
Find more events on the alumni calendar. Click here!
Hornet Football vs. Ohio
Saturday, October 18, Kick-off TBA
Fireworks | post-game
Hornet Stadium | Sacramento State
It's time for some football! Put on your green Sac State gear and head to the game as the Hornets take on the Ohio Bobcats. Stingers Up! When buying tickets, use promo code: SACSTALUM. Note: Hornet Stadium has a clear bag policy. Please plan accordingly.
Saturday, Oct. 17 | More Homecoming Athletics
Sac State Volleyball vs. Long Beach State
12:00-2:30 p.m. | The Nest
Tickets: $12 - Adult / $7 - Youth
Sac State Women's Soccer vs. Cal State Fullerton
1:00-3:00 p.m. | Hornet Field
Tickets: $12 - Adult / $7 - Youth
(NOTE: Tickets for the Women's Soccer game will also be good for the Men's Soccer game at 4:00 p.m.)
Sac State Men's Soccer vs. UC Irvine
4:00-7:00 p.m. | Hornet Field
Tickets: $12 - Adult / $7 - Youth
(NOTE: Tickets for the Men's Soccer game will also be good for the Women's Soccer game at 1:00 p.m.)
Parents & Families Events
Hornet Family Weekend
October 16–18, 2026 | Friday–Sunday
Sacramento State
Celebrate Family Weekend during Sacramento State's Homecoming festivities! Families are invited to experience campus traditions, connect with the Hornet community, and enjoy a weekend filled with special events, activities, and Homecoming celebrations.
Hosted by the Parents & Families Program, University Housing Services, and Campus Life.
Double Feature Movie Night
Friday, October 16 | 7:00 p.m.
North Village, Sacramento State
Kick off Hornet Family Weekend by welcoming families to campus for a special movie night experience. Families, siblings, and supporters are invited to spend the evening with their student in approved residence halls enjoying a campus movie night, creating a fun and memorable start to the weekend.
Movie event is FREE. Learn more here.
Family Tailgate Experience
Saturday, October 17 | 4:00-7:00 p.m.
Parking Lot 8, Sacramento State
Bring the whole family together for a fun-filled pregame celebration! This family-friendly tailgate welcomes parents, siblings, children, students, alumni, and supporters for an afternoon of food, music, games, and interactive activities before kickoff. Following the tailgate experience we encourage you to attend the homecoming game. Discounted tickets for families are available, at the Hornet Tickets store!
Tailgate event is FREE. Learn more here.
Family Farewell R&B Brunch
Sunday, October 18 | 9:30 a.m.
The Servery, North Village, Sacramento State
Join us for a warm and celebratory farewell brunch as we wrap up Hornet Family Weekend together. Enjoy a delicious meal hosted by the Parents & Families Program and Campus Life while reflecting on the weekend's memories and connecting with other Hornet families. Learn about the many ways to stay engaged and support your student's success throughout the year, then test your knowledge with a fun family trivia game for a chance to win exclusive Sac State swag. Leave feeling informed, connected, and excited for the year ahead.
Golf Cart Parade | Bring the Green!
This year, we are inviting groups to turn golf carts into mini-floats that celebrate Sac State spirit, creativity, community, and plenty of green.
Deadline to enter: Checklist & Registration must be submitted by Friday, October 2 @ 11:59 p.m.
What is the Golf Cart Parade?
A spirited Homecoming tradition that brings student organizations, residence halls, departments, programs, ERGs, alumni groups, and campus partners together for a festive roll through campus before the Homecoming festivities.
Make it a mini-float!
- Decorate your cart around the Bring the Green theme.
- Show off your group, department, community, or Hornet pride.
- Walkers are encouraged! Add costumes, signs, chants, props, or other school-spirit elements. Walkers are optional.
How to sign up:
- Complete the Golf Cart Parade registration form
- Name your designated golf cart driver on the entry form.
- Have the driver complete Golf Cart Safety Training and the New Driver Packet. Training is required every four years. Start Golf Cart Safety Training.
- Students without access to CSU Learn may complete Golf Cart Safety Training v2016 in Canvas and must print the results to attach to their paperwork.
- Complete the New Driver Packet through Adobe Acrobat Sign. Drivers will sign in to Adobe Acrobat Sign and MySacState, enter their Employee/Student ID, and list their supervisor’s email as the approver (not Risk Management). Open the New Driver Packet.
- Wait for Risk Management clearance. Your group is not confirmed to drive until the designated driver is approved.
For additional parade questions, please contact Leha Hawkins at hawkins@csus.edu.
Download the full Golf Card Parade Instructions
