Cheerleader holding a Ball State medal

A week of fun and tradition

On Saturday, October 17, 2020, Ball State University will celebrate 94 years of Homecoming! The Ball State Alumni Association and student-run Homecoming Steering Committee plan a full week of activities for you to enjoy. Check back here for the dates in the coming months.

2019 Homecoming

Ball State and Muncie community members always enjoy the annual Homecoming Parade, held on Saturday morning before the game.

Homecoming Parade
Always one of the biggest events of the week, the Air Jam lip sync contest is held on Thursday night of Homecoming Week.

Air Jam
A group of students pose outside at the Food Truck Festival, held on Monday night of Homecoming Week.

Food Trucks Festival
The Talent Search winner is crowned on Tuesday night of Homecoming Week.

Talent Search
A unique Ball State tradition, two students celebrate with their trophy after winning in the Bed Race on Friday afternoon of Homecoming Week.

Bed Race
A celebration ensues, complete with tossing water on Coach Mike Neu, after Ball State beats Toledo.

Football Game—Ball State vs. Toledo
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Royalty

A tradition that began in 1938, what Homecoming Week would be complete if it was not presided over by its king, queen, and their court? Plus, the Prince and Princess and Lady and Lad programs will give some of our littlest Cardinal fans the chance to join the fun.

Kings & Queens
Princes & Princesses

Football Game

Homecoming Week culminates with an exciting Cardinals football game on Saturday, October 17 against Northern Illinois. Stay tuned for game time and ticket announcements. Don’t forget to stop by our CharlieTown Tailgate event before the game on the Alumni Center’s west lawn.

2019 Homecoming Sponsors

Thank you to our  sponsors, who helped make Homecoming possible.

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2020 Steering Committee

Help us plan for 2020 Homecoming week.

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