Schedule
Mark your calendar for Homecoming, scheduled for October 4, 2025.
Parade
10:00 a.m., Philadelphia Street
Alumni and Friends Crimson Huddle
11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m., Kovalchick Convention and Athletic Complex
Football: Â鶹ÊÓƵ vs. Edinboro
2:00 p.m., George P. Miller Stadium
Fifth Quarter Concert
7:00 p.m., Kovalchick Convention and Athletic Complex
Crimson Court
Vote for the 2025 Homecoming Crimson Court! Our gender-neutral court includes six students, each representing one of Â鶹ÊÓƵ’s undergraduate colleges. Elected court members participate in the Homecoming Parade, the Alumni and Friends Crimson Huddle, and are recognized on the field during halftime at the football game.
Don’t miss your chance to be part of this Â鶹ÊÓƵ tradition!
Voting is now open. All students can vote for the 2025 Crimson Court from noon on Thursday, September 11, through noon on Monday, September 15, via Crimson Connect.
Alumni
Contact the for reunion planning and other inquiries. Send an email to alumni-relations@iup.edu or call 724-357-7942. See details about the parade and the annual Alumni and Friends Crimson Huddle below!
Students
Contact Student Life at 724-357-2598 with any questions regarding Homecoming and Homecoming events.
Parade
The 2025 Homecoming Parade is on Saturday, October 4, at 10:00 a.m. The theme is Â鶹ÊÓƵ Icons!
If your organization or business would like to participate in the parade, please fill out our . Please review the Homecoming Parade Guidelines prior to submitting the form.
If you have any questions, please contact Betsy Sarneso at esarneso@iup.edu or 724-357-2598.
Crimson Huddle
The largest indoor tailgate of the year, and you’re invited!
You’re invited to join us at the Alumni and Friends Crimson Huddle. Held at the Kovalchick Convention and Athletic Complex right after the parade and before the game, it’s super convenient to attend the parade, the huddle, and the game. Enjoy a full buffet of tailgate favorites, live music, an exclusive pregame performance by the Â鶹ÊÓƵ Marching Band and fun giveaways. The Â鶹ÊÓƵ Student Ambassadors will host fun activities for children, and our mascot, Norm, will make an appearance!
Reunion Groups
The Crimson Huddle is the perfect place to meet up for a Homecoming reunion! We encourage reunion groups (Greek organizations, sports teams, student clubs, families, etc.) to reserve a table for groups of 10 or more. To reserve a table, please have the group’s contact person request at least two weeks prior to Homecoming.
Fifth Quarter Concert Tickets
7:00 p.m.
Kovalchick Convention and Athletic Complex
Wrap up Homecoming Weekend on a high note with an unforgettable night of rock and roll as The Clarks—made up of Â鶹ÊÓƵ alumni Scott Blasey '87 and Greg Joseph '85—take the stage with special guest Chris Higbee '01. Get tickets at the First Commonwealth Bank Box Office in the KCAC or