Friday, October 3 to Sunday, October 5
Homecoming Weekend 2025
Come home to River Forest this fall! Whether you're an alum, student, family member, or friend, there's something for everyone to enjoy during Homecoming Weekend. Stand tall for CUC as you cheer on our Cougar athletes, tailgate before the big football game, take a tour of campus, and more.
Check out the full Homecoming Weekend 2025 schedule below.
Friday, October 3
10 a.m. – Cougar Classic Golf Outing**
Tee off the weekend at White Pines Golf Club in Bensenville, IL. Enjoy a day on the green with fellow alumni and friends. Register here
Saturday, October 4
10 a.m. – Women’s Tennis vs. St. Norbert’s
Support the Cougars as they take on St. Norbert in their first match of the weekend at the CUC Tennis Courts.
10 a.m. – Women’s Basketball Alumni Game
Former players return to Geiseman Gymnasium for a friendly and nostalgic matchup.
10 a.m. – Tailgating opens
Grab your gear and gather in Parking Lot 1 near David-Jonathan Hall where the pre-game festivities begin.
11 a.m. – Campus Tour
Explore campus favorites and new developments. Meet at the Triangle to join the tour. Register Here
1 p.m. – Homecoming Football game vs. Eureka College
Rally at Concordia Stadium to support the Cougars in this marquee matchup.
2 p.m. – Women’s Tennis vs. Ripon College
Catch the team’s second match of the day at the CUC Tennis Courts.
5:30 p.m. – 2025 Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony**
Celebrate the achievements of distinguished alumni in the Oak Park-River Forest room in Koehneke Community Center. Honorees include Stanley Tischer (MA ’87), Brandon Isaac (BS ’10), Matt Rolf (BA ’12), and Courtney (Lofink) Castillo (BS ’18). Register here.
Sunday, October 5
1 p.m. - Women’s Soccer vs. St. Norbert
Kick off Sunday afternoon with a spirited match at Concordia Stadium.
3:30 p.m. – Men’s Soccer vs. St. Norbert
Close out the weekend with the men’s soccer game at Concordia Stadium.
**Indicates event requires advance ticket purchase
Stand Tall for Current and Future Cougars
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Event Parking
Tailgate Parking: Students, alumni and friends who wish to Tailgate on Sat., Oct. 7 should follow CUC protocols. Learn More
On-Campus Parking: Preferred parking for events is in the parking structure off Bonnie Brae. Permits are required for any overnight guests. View Campus Map
Image Release
Videos and photographs will be taken during many Homecoming events. Your registration permits Concordia University Chicago to use your likeness in both digital and print promotional materials.
Registration & Cancellation Policy
All registrations must be received by Mon., Oct. 1. Refunds cannot be granted after this date. To cancel, contact the Office of Alumni & External Relations.
We will do our best to accommodate any physical and/or dietary needs.
For event assistance, contact the Office of Alumni & External Relations at Alumni@CUChicago.edu or 888-258-6773.
We will do our best to accommodate any physical or dietary needs.