Saturday, October 18, 2025
9 a.m.
The Homecoming Parade has been one of Ball State's greatest traditions since it began in 1939. University organizations and Muncie community businesses and groups enter floats, cars, bands, and even horses to show off their Cardinal Pride!
10 a.m.
This exhibition highlights faculty and staff creativity across the various disciplines in the School of Art, including animation, ceramics, drawing, game art and design, glass, graphic design, illustration, metals + jewelry, painting, photography, printmaking, sculpture, and video and new media. Gallery talk and reception on October 22 from 4 to 6 p.m. This exhibition and reception are free and open to the public.
TBD
Alumni: Join us for Homecoming Weekend on October 18 for a tailgate event before the home football game against the University of Akron. Reconnect with your classmates and network with fellow alumni. Join us at the South end of the Gold Lot adjacent to the Alumni Center.
1:30 p.m.
Celebrate Homecoming Weekend in true Cardinal style! The Muncie Alumni Club invites you, your family, and friends to join us in the Gold Lot for a spirited Homecoming tailgate as we Rev the Red and show off our Ball State pride.
1:30 p.m.
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.
1:30 p.m.
Calling all Ball State Alumni, fans and friends: celebrate your Cardinal pride before our Homecoming football game against Akron! There will be food, fun, entertainment, and camaraderie two hours before kickoff outside the Alumni Center. Each CharlieTown tailgate will feature local food trucks and drink vendors. Stop by and support local businesses!
3:30 p.m.
Develop an understanding of the danger of space junk and humanity’s Moon exploration while following adventurous cat astronauts that fly to the Moon! Best suited for families and groups with kids ages 6+; all ages are welcome.
TBD
[W] Ball State University Football vs University of Akron - Homecoming W 42-28 Radio: WLBC 104.1 FM (Pre & Post: WMUN AM 1340 - 92.5 FM) Tickets: https://www.ticketmaster.com/ball-state-football-vs-akron-muncie-indiana-10-18-2025/event/050062A1C7BF608A Location: Muncie, IN, Scheumann Stadium
5 p.m.
Think Halloween is just candy and costumes? Discover its astronomical roots as a “cross-quarter day” and find out what stars and planets will light up your Halloween sky! Suitable for all ages 8+; all ages are welcome.
5:30 p.m.
Cinthia Matias is a cello student of Peter Opie. This event is free and open to the public.
5:30 p.m.
Tyler Frazier is a voice student of Daniel Narducci. This event is free and open to the public.
6:30 p.m.
Think Halloween is just candy and costumes? Discover its astronomical roots as a “cross-quarter day” and find out what stars and planets will light up your Halloween sky! Suitable for all ages 8+; all ages are welcome.
7:30 p.m.
Join a ragtag band of Grimm's fairytale creatures on a journey full of heart, humor, and second chances. Tickets available through the College of Fine Arts Box Office.
8 p.m.
Celebrate Homecoming with us at a fun evening mixer filled with great company and plenty of dancing.