Homecoming 2024 Recap
Marking the 100th anniversary of HBCU Homecomings, the 2024 Howard University Homecoming was held October 13-20, 2024. The Howard vs. Lincoln University game in 1924 set a trend which sparked a national phenomenon, and since that time, HBCU Homecomings have become an American treasure. With its unique blend of historical homage, affirming engagement, jaw-dropping entertainment, and cultural evolution, the Howard Homecoming experience perpetually draws tens of thousands who revel in the university’s societal and intellectual influence.
2024 Events
Alumni Jazz Brunch | 12:00 PM October 22, 2024
Young Alumni Brunch | 12:00 PM October 22, 2024
Call to Chapel | Cramton Auditorium | 11:00 AM October 22, 2024
Homecoming Football Game | Greene Stadium | 1:00 PM October 21, 2024
The Yardfest - Day 2 (Reunion Day) | Virtual event | 12:00 PM October 21, 2024
The Community Parade | Along Goergia Avenue, passing through local neighborhoods | 9:30 AM October 21, 2024
Alumni Tailgate | Howard Center Parking Lot (across from Barnes and Noble on Georgia Ave) | 10:00 AM October 21, 2024
Greek Step Show | Burr Gymnasium | 7:30 PM October 20, 2024
Alumni Speak | MET Building(The Upper Quadrangle) | 1:00 PM October 20, 2024
The Yardfest - Day 1 (Concert) | The Main Yard (The Upper Quadrangle) | 12:00 PM October 20, 2024
Student Fashion Show | Cramton Auditorium | 7:00 PM October 19, 2024
Chadwick A. Boseman College of Fine Arts Open House and Alumni Mixer | Chadwick A. Boseman College of Fine Arts |11:30 PM October 19, 2024
Annual Lavender (LGBTQ+) Reception | Blackburn Center | 7:00 PM October 18, 2024
HBCU Center Policy Positions and Perspective Symposium | 5 PM October 17, 2024
Race and Politics Forum | 4:30 PM October 17, 2024
Bison Madness: Pep Rally | Burr Gymnasium | 7:00 PM October 16, 2024
The Royal Court Coronation | Blackburn Ballroom | 7:00 PM October 15, 2024
Call to Chapel | Cramton Auditorium | 11:00 AM October 15, 2024