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Homecoming Events for Alumni

Homecoming

Homecoming is about celebrating the Hornet family and reconnecting. We are excited to bring the Hornet Family together again this fall. Hornets everywhere are invited to get involved in our mix of activities. Stingers up!

Spirit Week - Join the fun!

Monday, October 14

Herky Day

Daily theme: Herky Day
Kickoff Homecoming week with Herky Day and show us your Hornet pride. Can you find a Herky online to take a selfie with? Or a 'Stinger up!' selfie? Post on social or email alumni@dlokoko.com to let us know you're celebrating. Go Hornets! #SacStateAlumni #SacState #StingersUp

Tuesday, October 15

Healthy Hornets

Daily theme: Healthy Hornets
Healthy Hornets Day is all about celebrating wellness and self-care! Whether it’s joining a fitness class, grabbing a healthy snack, or taking a mental health break, today is your chance to focus on what keeps you feeling your best—mind, body, and spirit. Taking a walk somewhere scenic? Share it on social.

Wednesday, October 16

Hornets Giving Back

Daily theme: Hornets Giving Back
Hornets Giving Back is a day to celebrate the power of community and service! Whether it’s volunteering, supporting a cause, or lending a hand, take time today to make a positive impact and show how Hornets lift each other up. See 10/16 Dine & Donate to help students directly or the ASI Food Drive. How do you give back? Let's us know on social or at alumni@dlokoko.com.

Thursday, October 17

Hornet Heroes

Daily theme: Hornet Heroes
Hornet Heroes is all about recognizing those who inspire us and make a difference! Take a moment today to give a shout-out to the people—whether classmates, professors, friends, family, staff, advisors or anyone —who has mentored, supported, or impacted your life in meaningful ways. Need help? LinkedIn is a great platform for this! Or email us (alumni@dlokoko.com) and we can do a social shout out.

Friday, October 18

Green & Gold Spirit Day

Daily theme: Green & Gold Spirit Day
Green & Gold Spirit Day is your chance to show off your Sac State pride whether you're at work, home, the gym, or on vacation, let your gear do the talking! Deck yourself out in green and gold, and join the entire campus in celebrating what it means to be a Hornet! Post on social or email alumni@dlokoko.com to let us know you're celebrating. Go Hornets! #SacStateAlumni #SacState #StingersUp

Multi-day Activities

Homecoming Food Drive
Homecoming Food Drive
October 14-19

All donations benefit the ASI Food Pantry. Monetary donations welcome in addition to food products. The foods we are seeking can be found here. Drop-off times will be Monday-Friday from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. at the Harper Alumni Center. Or at the Homecoming Festival on Saturday, October 19 from 3-6 p.m.

Gallery Exhibit
For the People

The Gallery, University Union | Sacramento State
Tuesday-Friday, 10 AM-4 PM

A series of photographs documenting the raw and unfiltered everyday life in the city. A body of work by Joseph Anderson. Exhibit dates: Sept. 23-Oct. 17. Learn more

Why We Vote
Exhibit Lounge, University Union | Sacramento State
Tuesday-Friday, 10 AM-4 PM

Our campus community’s visual representations of why we vote, participate in politics, and engage in our communities. This interactive exhibit asks viewers to consider others’ reasons and then share their own reasons for participating in politics and their communities. As a competition for the most popular representation, viewers vote for their favorite submission. Exhibit dates: Oct. 7-Nov. 7. Learn more

Don't Mind If I Do
Library Gallery | Sacramento State
Tuesday-Friday, 10 AM-4 PM; Saturday, 12-4 PM

Don’t mind if I do is an experiment in more deeply collaborative exhibition-making, demonstrating how even temporary changes in power structures create pathways of access. Grounded in a longtime fantasy of artist Finnegan Shannon, this project developed around a conveyor belt. Exhibit dates: Oct. 7-Nov. 7. Read more

Wednesday, Oct. 16

Homecoming Dine and Donate

Dine & Donate with Panda Express
Wednesday, October 16, ALL DAY
Order online, any location

Skip the cooking and let Panda Express do the work while supporting scholarships for Sac State students. Order online using the code below at ANY Panda Express for pickup or delivery and 28% of proceeds will go directly to scholarships for our students. You can even schedule your order up to 7 days in advance!

Yay! I want to place my order! Use code: 926855

Wednesday Nooner: Vlad Volovikov
Wednesday, October 16, 12:00-1:00 p.m.
Starbucks, The University Union, Sacramento State

Solo, finger style guitarist live in concert. All ages permitted. No alcohol sold or permitted at venue. Open to the general public.

Check out event info

Homecoming Athletics

Wednesday, Oct. 16 - Men's Soccer @ 3 PM - buy your tickets here!

Concert Band Performance
Wednesday, October 16, 7:00-8:30 p.m.
Capistrano Concert Hall, Sacramento State

Our student Concert Band performs under the direction of Dr. Matthew Morse. The program will beature Claude t. Smith's "Emperata Overture", selections from "Wicked" by Stephen Schwartz, Robert Jager's "Third Suite", and Rossano Galante's "Mischievous Behavior."

Reserve your tickets today!

Thursday, Oct. 17

Jazz Ensembles Performance
Thursday, October 17, 7:00-8:30 p.m.
Capistrano Concert Hall, Sacramento State

Our student jazz bands perform under the direction of Dr. Greg Johnson and Duncan McElman.

Reserve your tickets today!

Concert with P-Lo

P-Lo Concert
Thursday, Oct. 17, 7:30-9:30 p.m.
University Union Ballroom | Sacramento State

P-Lo is a Filipino-American rapper and producer from the San Francisco Bay Area, known for his energetic beats and catchy hooks that blend West Coast hip-hop with modern rap influences. Brought to you by UNIQUE, general public tickets are $33/person. The event is open to the public and all ages are welcome. No alcohol is sold or permitted at venue.Purchase your ticket today!

Friday, Oct. 18

Homecoming Peak Adventures

Rail to Trail Bike Ride
Friday, October 18, 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
Start at Peak Adventures, Sacramento State

Join bike expert Noah on a bike trip from Sac State! Get to see some lovely autumn weather, meet some cool people, and learn how to traverse around the local trails and public transit system! Ride includes public transit tickets and bike guides. Bikes are also included, if needed.

Let's ride! Register today.

Homecoming Aquatic Center

Sunset Paddle
Friday, October 18, 4:30-7:00 p.m.
Sac State Aquatic Center, Lake Natoma

Come join us for a beautiful sunset on Lake Natoma and the rise of a full moon. Gently paddling on the waters of Lake Natoma serves as an escape from the rigors of the day. All paddling abilities are welcome. The kayaks are self-bailing so be prepared to get a little wet.

Let's go kayak! Register today.

Stand Up Paddling Class
Friday, October 18, 5:30-7:00 p.m.
Sac State Aquatic Center, Lake Natoma

Join us for a stunning sunset stand up paddle on beautiful Lake Natoma. This is a chance to be out and paddling on the serene Lake Natoma after the chaos of the day. Our safety guide will accompany you out on the water and help bring you back on time.

Let's SUP! Register today.

Saturday, Oct. 19

Homecoming Festival

Homecoming: The Hive Coming Home
Saturday, October 19
Sacramento State / Parking Lot 8 / Hornet Stadium

Homecoming Festival | 3:00 - 6:00 p.m.
Football vs. Weber State | 6:00 p.m. kick-off
Fireworks | post-game

Celebrate this annual football game with alumni, students, Sac State faculty/staff, and the community! Start at the Festival, complete with music, performances, a golf cart parade, games, activities, a Kidz Zone and more! Learn more about gameday parking, tailgating policies, and Sacramento State Homecoming!

Let us know you're coming to Homecoming and register to WIN!

Homecoming Tailgate Meal

Join us at the festival tailgate, before heading into Hornet Stadium to cheer on the Hornet football team. We'll have plenty of seats for you to enjoy the main stage entertainment, Hornet swag giveaways, and a handful of activities for you to participate in. Meals for pre-purchase include sandwiches, chips, and dessert.

Order your Tailgate Meal!

Hornet Football
Hornet Football vs. Weber State

Saturday, October 19, 6 p.m. kick-off
Hornet Stadium | Sacramento State

It's time for some football! Put on your Sac State gear and head to the game as the Hornets take on the Weber State Wiledcats. Stingers Up! When buying tickets, use promo code: sacstatealum. Buy your ticket early, prices go up on gameday. Note: Hornet Stadium has a clear bag policy. Please plan accordingly.Get your Homecoming game ticket today!

Other Homecoming Opportunities

Student Events

Golf Cart Parade Registration

Sac State Faculty and Staff