http://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center Ball State University Homecoming Events RSS en-us Wed, 26 Aug 2026 01:39:14 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/libraries/2026/09/25/celebrating-100-years-of-homecoming https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/libraries/2026/09/25/celebrating-100-years-of-homecoming Ball State University Libraries invites you to join in on a celebration of 100 years of homecoming. University Libraries Archives and Special Collections will exhibit memorabilia commemorating the rich history of homecoming at Ball State, including years of photos of the evolution of Charlie Cardinal. Event activities include games, live music, and a presentation featuring Ball State President, Geoff Mearns talking about his decade of homecoming experiences at Ball State. The event will also be highlighted by Sherman Burdette of Fox 59 News. Fri, 25 Sep 2026 16:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/alumni-association/2026/9/25/celebrating-100-years-of-homecoming https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/alumni-association/2026/9/25/celebrating-100-years-of-homecoming Ball State University Libraries invites you to join in on a celebration of 100 years of homecoming. University Libraries Archives and Special Collections will exhibit memorabilia commemorating the rich history of homecoming at Ball State, including years of photos of the evolution of Charlie Cardinal. Event activities include games, live music, and a presentation featuring Ball State President, Geoff Mearns talking about his decade of homecoming experiences at Ball State. The event will also be highlighted by Sherman Burdette of Fox 59 News. Fri, 25 Sep 2026 16:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/alumni-association/2026/10/19/campus-dinner https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/alumni-association/2026/10/19/campus-dinner Celebrate Homecoming Week with a festive, themed dining experience hosted by Ball State Dining Services! Enjoy delicious comfort foods, Homecoming-inspired décor, and a fun night surrounded by fellow Cardinals. Mon, 19 Oct 2026 17:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/alumni-association/2026/20/blood-drive/blood-drive https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/alumni-association/2026/20/blood-drive/blood-drive Make a difference by donating blood through the Versiti Blood Center of Indiana. Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/alumni-association/2026/20/movie-night/movie-night https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/alumni-association/2026/20/movie-night/movie-night Join us for a special screening of Back to the Future on the big screen! Grab your favorite movie snacks, soak up the Homecoming spirit, and unwind with friends. This free event is open to students, alumni, faculty, staff, and the entire Muncie community. Tue, 20 Oct 2026 19:00:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/alumni-association/2026/10/21/homecoming-food-truck-festival-and-pep-rally https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/alumni-association/2026/10/21/homecoming-food-truck-festival-and-pep-rally Get ready for an exciting evening at the Homecoming Food Truck Festival. All Cardinal fans are welcome to gather your friends and head to the Alan Hargrave Lawn for a high-energy celebration packed with food trucks, music, and spirited team competitions. Wed, 21 Oct 2026 17:00:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/alumni-association/2026/10/22/26air-jam https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/alumni-association/2026/10/22/26air-jam The popular Homecoming event brings student groups and organizations together to dance and compete in a lip-sync competition. Thu, 22 Oct 2026 19:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/business/2026/10/23/miller-college-homecoming-open-house https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/business/2026/10/23/miller-college-homecoming-open-house Miller College of Business invites our students and alumni to join us for a Homecoming Open House! We look forward to hearing about your lives and sharing all of the exciting things that have happened at Miller College. Location: Whitinger Business Building Lobby Fri, 23 Oct 2026 09:00:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/alumni-association/2026/10/23/26bed-race https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/alumni-association/2026/10/23/26bed-race This exciting Homecoming tradition brings teams of five together, racing beds down Riverside. Fri, 23 Oct 2026 12:00:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/alumni-association/2026/10/24/black-alumni-reunion-row https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/alumni-association/2026/10/24/black-alumni-reunion-row Join the Black Alumni Council on Reunion Row beginning 2.5 hours prior to kickoff Sat, 24 Oct 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/honors-college/2026/october/24 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/honors-college/2026/october/24 Whitinger Scholar Alumni are invited to celebrate the 50th Whitinger Scholar Reunion. Sat, 24 Oct 2026 11:00:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/business/2026/10/24/miller-college-homecoming-tailgate https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/business/2026/10/24/miller-college-homecoming-tailgate Join us for Homecoming Weekend on October 24 for a tailgate event before the home football game against Sacramento State. Reconnect with your classmates and network with fellow alumni. Join us in the South end of the Gold Lot, adjacent to the Alumni Center, two hours before kickoff. Sat, 24 Oct 2026 12:00:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/alumni-association/2026/10/24/charlietown-tailgate-at-homecoming https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/alumni-association/2026/10/24/charlietown-tailgate-at-homecoming Calling all Ball State alumni, fans, and friends—join us as we celebrate 100 years of Homecoming and “Chirping Through the Decades” before the Cardinals take on Sacramento State! Sat, 24 Oct 2026 13:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/alumni-association/2026/10/24/reunion-row https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/alumni-association/2026/10/24/reunion-row Get ready for an unforgettable Homecoming! Reunion Row is where your group's legacy comes to life, placing you right in the heart of the action. You'll be next to the Alumni Center near CharlieTown, the stadium, and all the excitement of game day. Sat, 24 Oct 2026 13:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/alumni-association/2026/10/24/black-alumni-social https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/alumni-association/2026/10/24/black-alumni-social Continue the celebration after the game at the Vivian V. Conley and Hurley C. Goodall Jr. Multicultural Center. Sat, 24 Oct 2026 18:00:00 -0400