Bulldog Pride All Week Long
Bulldogs, the wait is over—Homecoming is here! Festivities kick off Sunday, September 21, and the celebration continues through the full weekend, wrapping up on Sunday, September 28. Get ready for a week filled with school spirit, student events, and unforgettable traditions. From pep rallies and games to parties and campus-wide celebrations, it’s the biggest Bulldog party of the year. Bring your friends, make new ones, and let’s paint the campus maroon and gold all week long.
Homecoming Week Student Events & Activities
Sunday, September 21
Service Sunday 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Kirby Garage
Join Kirby Program Board in their effort to clean up UMD's surrounding community. Gather a crew and meet at the Kirby Garage at 10:00 AM for donuts and supplies, then head to your assigned area and return supplies by noon. Sign-up link is available in the event description on Bulldog Connect.
Monday, September 22
Merch Monday 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM | Kirby Garage
Stop by the Kirby Garage to grab free Homecoming merch and purchase this year’s T-shirt for just $5.
Tuesday, September 23
Top The Tater Tuesday 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM | Kirby Garage
Kirby Program Board will be serving chips, pretzels, and Top The Tater to everyone passing by the Kirby Garage. Stop in for a free snack and, possibly, free Top The Tater merch!
Wednesday, September 24
Water Works Wednesday 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM | Rock Pond, Bagley
Put together a team and join us at Rock Pond in the Bagley Nature Area for Cardboard Canoe Races. Sign-up link is available in the event description on Bulldog Connect. Watch the races, watercolor paint, or try reusable water balloons. Don’t miss the dunk tank, where you can dunk Student Activities Coordinator Erin Olson and Co-Sponsorship Chair Tallulah.
Thursday, September 25
Treat Yourself Thursday All Day | Duluth & Hermantown
Enjoy special deals from local businesses all around Duluth and Hermantown. See posters around campus for the full list of participating locations and offers.
Friday, September 26
Food Truck Friday 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM | Ordean Court
Enjoy a midday treat at Ordean Court, where food trucks including The Food Stand, Saigon Cafe, and The Gumbeaux Guys will be on site for students and staff to purchase food.
Saturday, September 27
Golf Cart Parade 9:00 AM – 11:30 AM | Parking Lot & Field
Student organizations will receive a golf cart to decorate starting at 9:00 AM, then parade their creations at 10:45 AM along University Drive from Lot B to Lot C. Sign-up link is available in the event description on Bulldog Connect.