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Homecoming

Countdown to Homecoming

Campus is calling! Return to Bloomington this fall to rally, cheer, and celebrate being a Hoosier. Bookmark this page and check back for details on all the 2026 Homecoming happenings on and around the Bloomington campus.

Mark your calendar for Homecoming 2026

Homecoming parade
Friday, October 30

Homecoming Huddle and football game
Minnesota @ Indiana
Saturday, October 31

Check back soon for more information!

Bloomington celebrations

Homecoming parade

Homecoming weekend kicks off with a Friday evening procession of IU student groups and local community organizations.
Stay tuned for details.

Homecoming Huddle

The annual tailgate for tried-and-true IU fans features local food, drink, entertainment, and a sea of Cream and Crimson!
Stay tuned for registration details.

Homecoming football game

Cheer the Hoosiers to victory over the Golden Gophers of Minnesota.
Stay tuned for ticket information.

Hoosier week

The Student Alumni Association brings the spirit, hosting several events the week of Homecoming.
Stay tuned for the 2026 lineup.

More Homecoming happenings

From alumni reunions to award ceremonies, the IU Bloomington campus is bustling the week of Homecoming.
Stay tuned for details.

Hotel information

Looking for a place to stay Homecoming weekend? Visit Bloomington has suggestions. Find a hotel.

Bring the Homecoming fun home

Football download kit

Liven up your gameday get-together with printable IU décor, photo props, and more.

Hoosier's Adventures

Hoosier the Bison is ready to join all your gameday adventures! Download Hoosier.

Virtual backgrounds

Bring IU spirit to your online meetings—choose your favorite football background image. Download an image.

Want to relive past Homecomings?

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