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2026 Theme: I Am My Ancestor's Wildest Dreams
Learn about this year's Homecoming theme that celebrates the limitless possibilities of a Howard University education and generations of extraordinary Bisons.
About the Theme2026 Homecoming Football Game
Howard will celebrate lineage, legacy, truth, and service during Homecoming Week, October 11 – 18, 2026. The iconic tradition will climax in the renewal of the Morehouse College — Howard University rivalry, as the Maroon Tigers take on the Bison in Greene Stadium. Join us for the iconic athletic and cultural experience that has set international trends since 1924 and set the standards for others to follow. Learn more about Howard’s 2026 football season.
Football game information: Howard will be playing Morehouse on Saturday, Oct. 17, 2026, at 3:30pm at Greene Stadium.
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Howard University Announces Homecoming 2026
Celebrating Howard’s uniqueness among the nation’s higher education institutions and its historic impact on our communities, the nation and the world.
Read the Press ReleaseHoward’s Homecoming History
The Howard vs. Lincoln University game in 1924 started a national phenomenon. For more than a century, Howard’s Homecoming has been a historical homage, generational reunion, spiritual affirmation, athletic conquest, and cultural moment.
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Howard University Homecoming Corporate Sponsorships 2026
Partnering with Howard University’s Homecoming offers corporations a premier platform to amplify their brand, engage top-tier talent and activate a massive, diverse community. As one of the nation’s most anticipated cultural events, Homecoming attracts more than 75,000 attendees — including students, alumni, industry leaders and global influencers — all converging to celebrate a legacy of excellence.
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Past Stories of Howard Homecomings
Past Homecomings
View our previous Homecoming themes and events to explore the rich history of celebrations, iconic moments, and memorable experiences that have shaped Howard University’s legacy and continue to inspire generations of Bison.