Bulldog Pride All Week Long
Bulldogs, the wait is over—Homecoming is here! Festivities kick off Sunday, October 4th, and the celebration continues through the full weekend, wrapping up on Saturday, October 10th. 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, October 4th
Service Sunday
Join UMD Engage and Kirby Program Board in their effort to assist our neighbors in need of extra help with yardwork! Services include:
- Raking
- Mulching
- Cleaning Outdoor Furniture
- Bagging Green Waste
- Outdoor Sweeping
- Basic Gardening and Handweeding
If you know a UMD neighbor that could use help, please contact [email protected]
Monday, October 5th
Merch Monday
Stop by the Kirby Garage to grab free Homecoming merch and purchase this year’s T-shirt for just $5.
UMD Medallion Hunt - Day 1
Details coming soon!
Homecoming Bags Tournament
Join Kirby Program Board for a bags tournament to win the bragging rights of UMD Homecoming Bags Champions!
Tuesday, October 6th
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, October 7th
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, October 8th
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, October 9th
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, October 10th
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.