Saturday, October 11, 2025

8:30 AM
to 10 AM
Retriever 5K & Family Fun Run
TICKETED · Library and Gallery, Albin O. Kuhn : Front Plaza ·
Whether you’re in it for some friendly competition or would rather stick with a group, this event’s emphasis is on camaraderie, bringing together all paces and styles. The 5k or 1 mile routes...
9 AM
to 11 AM
Community Breakfast
TICKETED · True Grit's ·
Start your Homecoming Saturday off right with a warm and welcoming breakfast at True Grit’s, UMBC’s beloved dining hall! Reconnect with fellow alumni, enjoy a hearty meal alongside current...
10 AM
to 1 PM
First LEGO LEAGUE Build
Unearth Imagination, One Brick at a Time
The Commons : Main Street ·
Remember how much fun you had building with Legos as a kid? Wouldn’t you love an excuse to build some cool models and help out thousands of kids at the same time? If so, we have the activity for...
10 AM
to 1 PM
Men's Basketball Black & Gold Scrimmage and Reception
Chesapeake Employers Insurance Arena ·
Join UMBC men's basketball for their annual intra-squad scrimmage, followed by a reception in the Retriever Room. Attendees will hear remarks from Tiffany D. Tucker, Director of Athletics,...
10 AM
to 11 AM
Retriever Walks
Join fellow Retrievers weekly for a 1-mile campus walk!
On Campus : Center for Wellbeing ·
Come out and meet fellow retrievers while enjoying an easy paced walk around campus! The walk will be 1-mile route through �campus, starting and ending in front of �The Center for Well-Being...
11 AM
to 1 PM
UMBC Observatory Open House
Physics : 401 ·
Explore the UMBC Observatory with a rotation of in-depth tours running each 15-20 minutes including descriptions of telescope operations and the basics of astronomical detection. We'll highlight...
12 PM
to 5 PM
Alumni & Friends Tent
Make new friends and connect with old ones!
TICKETED · Erickson Field ·
Join fellow alumni & friends for light refreshments throughout the day, activities for Retrievers of all ages, giveaways and more!  Make sure to let us know you're coming by registering by...
12 PM
to 1:30 PM
Alumni Black & Gold Campus Tours
TICKETED · Undergraduate Admissions ·
We are pleased to host this event that is specifically for UMBC alumni and family members who are interested in becoming future Retrievers! Join a staff member from the Office of Undergraduate...
12 PM
to 10 PM
Carnival
Rides, games, fun, oh my!
Erickson Field ·
Bring your friends and family to the Homecoming Carnival for a day of fun. $10 unlimited ride wristbands along with game ticket bundles can be purchased in advance online or in person on the...
12 PM
to 5 PM
Picturing Mobility: Black Tourism and Leisure during the Jim Crow Era
At the Library Gallery
Library and Gallery, Albin O. Kuhn ·
The Albin O. Kuhn Library Gallery presents the exhibition Picturing Mobility: Black Tourism and Leisure during the Jim Crow Era, on display from September 2 through December 19. Picturing...
1 PM
to 3 PM
Honors College Reunion
TICKETED · Erickson Field : Alumni & Friends Tent ·
Reconnect with alumni, faculty, and staff from your program! Please join us for a family-friendly celebration  in the Alumni & Friends Tent! There will be crafts, swag, and refreshments....
1 PM
to 4 PM
Talk/Draw event featuring Tomashi Jackson, Nia K. Evans, Michael Hunt, and With Us For Us
Center for Art Design and Visual Culture ·
Pedagogy Study Hall is a collaborative exhibition, research project, and public humanities residency by interdisciplinary artist Tomashi Jackson and policy analyst/economic advocate Nia K. Evans,...
2 PM
to 5 PM
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Lambda Phi Chapter Reunion
TICKETED · The Commons : Skylight Room ·
Now in its 15th year, all alumnae members who were initiated in the Lambda Phi chapter are invited to join us for a Homecoming social.  There is no registration fee; however, all alumnae are...
2 PM
to 3 PM
Puppy Parade
Library and Gallery, Albin O. Kuhn : Plaza ·
Join us for the Homecoming carnival and bring your favorite "Retriever."  All well behaved dogs welcome!  Check-in from 1:30-2pm at the AOK Library Plaza at the red and white striped tent and...
2 PM
to 5 PM
UMBC Observatory Open House
Physics : 401 ·
Explore the UMBC Observatory with a rotation of in-depth tours running each 15-20 minutes including descriptions of telescope operations and the basics of astronomical detection. We'll highlight...
3 PM
to 5 PM
Community Leadership Gathering
TICKETED · Public Policy : Atrium ·
Alumni, students, faculty, and friends welcome! Enjoy delicious snacks and exciting swag, and participate in a lively conversation with new CLDR faculty member James DeVita about CLDR skills and...
3 PM
to 5 PM
Founding Four Reunion
Good eats and a fun activity!
TICKETED · Library and Gallery, Albin O. Kuhn ·
Join your fellow Founding Four classmates for some good eats and a fun activity!  With the help of the UMBC Archive staff, we will take a trip in “The Way-Back Machine” and view photos from the...
3 PM
to 7 PM
Greek Alumni & Friends Day Party
TICKETED · The Commons : Flat Tuesdays ·
We invite you out for a day party with DJ's playing music through the years, reminiscing over memories, and making new ones! Tickets include heavy hors d'ouevres, soft drinks, wine, beer, and...
5 PM
to 8 PM
A Taste of Maryland & Crab Feast
Join us for a Maryland-themed-style dinner event!
TICKETED · The Commons : Terrace ·
The Taste of Maryland includes all your Maryland favorites (even if you don't eat crabs)! Vegetarian and vegan options will be available. Please note: if your child aged 17 and under would...
5 PM
to 7 PM
UMBC Parents & Families - Wine & Cheese with Dr. Kersh
Erickson Field : Alumni & Friends Tent ·
Retriever parents and families are cordially invited to a reception with the Vice President for Student Affairs, Dr Renique Kersh.  Join us in the Alumni & Friends Tent as we celebrate the...
6 PM
to 7 PM
Men's Lacrosse Bull Roast
TICKETED · Chesapeake Employers Insurance Arena ·
Join us for our 2025 UMBC Men's Lacrosse Bull Roast. This annual event is the perfect opportunity to celebrate the men's lacrosse program with the current team, alumni, family, and friends.
7 PM
to 9 PM
Men's Soccer Game
Versus New Hampshire!
TICKETED · Retriever Soccer Park ·
Join Retriever Nation at 7:00 PM as we cheer on the UMBC Men's Soccer team as they take on New Hampshire under the lights at Retriever Soccer Park!
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