Upcoming Events
Monday, October 21, 2024
Homecoming Food Truck Festival
6 p.m.
Calendars: Alumni Association, Student Affairs Families, Housing and Residence Life
Student holding up a walking taco at the Ball State University Homecoming Food Truck FestivalAll are welcome at the Homecoming Food Truck Festival - students, faculty, staff, alumni, & the Muncie community! Enjoy food trucks, music, and more at this free family friendly event as a way to get yourself ready for all the excitement of Homecoming Week.
Tuesday, October 22, 2024
Homecoming Student Talent Search
7:30 p.m.
Calendars: Alumni Association, Student Affairs Families, Housing and Residence Life
Student jump roping at the Ball State University Homecoming Talent SearchThe Annual Student Talent Search, which began in 1967, is a unique opportunity to showcase some of Ball State’s finest talent for the University and community. All are welcome to come watch this free event - students, faculty, staff, alumni, & the Muncie community!
Wednesday, October 23, 2024
Homecoming Campus Dinner
5:30 p.m.
Calendars: Alumni Association, Housing and Residence Life, Dining, Student Affairs Families
Ball State University North Dining HallEnjoy a Homecoming-themed dining experience with a special themed menu! Special thanks to Ball State Dining Services for providing the decorations and an awesome menu!
Thursday, October 24, 2024
Homecoming Air Jam
7:30 p.m.
Calendars: Alumni Association, Housing and Residence Life, Emens Auditorium Calendar
Girl dancing at Ball State University Homecoming Air JamGoing strong since 1987, Air Jam is Ball State's most popular Homecoming event! Come watch student organizations dance and compete in the annual lip-sync competition. Tickets are required to watch this competition. Tickets can be purchased in advance or at the door.
Friday, October 25, 2024
Homecoming Bed Race
12 p.m.
Calendars: Alumni Association, Housing and Residence Life, Student Affairs Families
Team pushing a bed down Riverside at Ball State University Homecoming Bed RaceOne of Homecoming's most exciting traditions since 1980! Each Bed Race team consists of five people – four pushing the bed, and one riding on it. Teams compete against the clock, two teams at a time, on a 100-yard course. Anyone is welcome to come watch this free event or create a team!
Saturday, October 26, 2024
Homecoming Chase Charlie 5K
8:30 a.m.
Calendars: Alumni Association, Housing and Residence Life, Student Affairs Families
Ball State University Homecoming Chase Charlie 5KEnjoy the exciting Homecoming atmosphere as you run through campus along the parade route. The finish line is next to Emens Auditorium on Riverside Avenue, so make plans to stay and watch the Homecoming parade after you are finished!
Homecoming Parade
9 a.m.
Calendars: Alumni Association, Housing and Residence Life, Student Affairs Families
Ball State gymnast handing candy out at the Homecoming paradeThe Homecoming Parade has been one of Ball State's greatest traditions since it began in 1939. University organizations and the Muncie community enter floats, cars, bands, and even horses to show off their Cardinal Pride!
CharlieTown Homecoming
1:30 p.m.
Calendars: Alumni Association, Athletics Calendar
Round up your fellow Cardinals and gather outside the Alumni Center to celebrate Ball State Homecoming at CharlieTown! CharlieTown begins 2 hours prior to kickoff.