The University of Nebraska at Omaha’s Homecoming is officially back, celebrating 98 years of tradition, community, and Maverick pride! Whether you are an active student, a local alumnus, or a family member cheering from the stands, Homecoming week is the time to wear your crimson and black, grab your cowbell, and celebrate what it means to be a Maverick.

Save the dates for these featured events and join the herd across campus and Baxter Arena:

🗓️ Featured Homecoming Schedule

🔴 Kick-Off & Campus Traditions

• Maverick Yard Sign Pick-Up
  • Date: Monday, October 26, 2026
  • Times: 7:00–9:00 a.m. | 11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. | 4:00–6:00 p.m.
  • Location: Baxter Arena
  • Details: unoalumni.org/events/yard-sign-pick-up-2026
    • Celebrate UNO Homecoming by showing your Maverick spirit with a FREE yard sign! UNO alumni, students, faculty, staff, and fans are invited to pick up a sign to display in their neighborhoods. Signs are available while supplies last.
    • 🎁 Food Pantry Bonus: Bring five nonperishable items to donate to the Maverick Food Pantry when you pick up your sign and receive a free Chick-fil-A gift card!
    • Hosted by UNO Spirit and Traditions and the UNO Alumni Association
• Battleship Competition & “Grab the Bull by the Horns”
  • Date: Tuesday, November 3, 2026 | Evening
  • Location: H&K Pool
  • Details: events.unomaha.edu/event/homecoming-battleship-competition-2026
    • Watch student teams sink canoes in the pool for the annual Battleship tournament, then grab your official noise makers, clear bags, and cowbells.

🎷 Arts, Culture & Entertainment

• MAYJO & UNO Jazz Ensemble 1 ft. Karrin Allyson
  • Date: Thursday, November 5, 2026 | 7:30 p.m.
  • Location: Strauss Performing Arts Center
  • Details: events.unomaha.edu/event/mayjo-and-uno-jazz-ensemble-1-featuring-karrin-allyson
    • Enjoy an extraordinary evening of jazz featuring multi-Grammy nominee Karrin Allyson alongside UNO’s premier student ensembles. The performance will be followed immediately by an exclusive alumni social with Karrin Allyson.

🏒 Game Day & Fan Fest Activities

• Maverick FanFest
  • Date: Friday, November 6, 2026 | 5:00–7:00 p.m.
  • Location: Baxter Arena (Holland Ice)
  • The ultimate pre-game tailgate! Bring the family for games, giveaways, and pre-puck-drop excitement.
• Omaha Hockey vs. St. Cloud State
  • Date: Friday, November 6, 2026 | Puck-drop at 7:07 p.m.
  • Location: Baxter Arena (Kemp Ice)
  • Cheer on Maverick Hockey in a crucial NCHC matchup! Discounted ticket packages will be available for alumni and supporters.
• Omaha Women’s Basketball vs. Avila
  • Date: Saturday, November 7, 2026 | Tip-off at 1:00 p.m.
  • Location: Sapp Fieldhouse
  • Keep the Homecoming momentum going at historic Sapp Fieldhouse to pack the stands for Women’s Basketball. Discounted tickets will be available!

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If you have questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out to Cory Butler at alumni@unosigep.org.