Homecoming 2026: 'A New Roar Rises'
“A New Roar Rises” is this year’s Homecoming and Family Weekend theme—and we invite the entire Buffalo State community to celebrate all things Buffalo State!
Join us Monday, September 14, through Sunday, September 20, for a full week of exciting events and activities.
Homecoming brings together students, families, alumni, faculty, staff, and community partners to celebrate our shared Bengal pride. From campus-wide events and signature programs to gatherings and academic showcases, this week is designed to reflect the vibrancy, resilience, and unity of Buffalo State. Visit the Homecoming website for more information.
Here is a day-by-day look at the schedule of events:
Monday, September 14
New Student Social (ACE, EOP, Roar 2 Success, UNC 100)
3:00 to 5:00 p.m.
Campbell Student Union Social Hall
Poetry Slam
6:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Whitworth Ferguson Planetarium (SAMC)
Tuesday, September 15
Commuter Voucher Giveaway
11:00 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.
Performing Arts Center at Rockwell Hall
Academic Convocation
12:15 to 1:00 p.m.
Performing Arts Center at Rockwell Hall
Student Event (Bingo)
6:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Campbell Student Union Social Hall
Wednesday, September 16
Door Decorating Contest
1:30 to 4:00 p.m.
Various Locations Across Campus
Roar & Pour
4:00 to 6:00 p.m.
Campus House
Women's Soccer vs. St. John Fisher
7:00 p.m.
Coyer Field
Midnight Madness
10:00 p.m. to midnight
Sports Arena
Thursday, September 17
Chartwells Farmers Market
11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Plaza
Benji’s Birthday
Noon to 1:30 p.m.
Campbell Student Union Lobby
Alumni Music Concert (Reception to Follow)
7:30 p.m.
Louis P. Ciminelli Recital Hall at Rockwell Hall
Register
Chi Alpha Christian Fellowship Movie Night
7:30 to 10:00 p.m.
Upton Hall 230
Friday, September 18
Study Away Fair
11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Campbell Student Union Lobby
Alumni Welcome Back Reception
5:00 to 7:00 p.m.
LoRusso Alumni and Visitor Center
Register
Benji’s Block Party
6:00 to 10:00 p.m.
Plaza
Whitney Cummings: The Big Baby Tour
7:00 p.m.
Performing Arts Center at Rockwell Hall
Tickets
Saturday, September 19
Chess Tournament
8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Bacon Hall
Register
Bengals, Bagels, & Bus Tours
10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
LoRusso Alumni and Visitor Center
Tailgate
10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Parking Lots Near Coyer Field
Register
Homecoming Football Game vs. Alfred State College
1:00 p.m.
Coyer Field
Royal Court Halftime
Halftime of Homecoming Football Game
Coyer Field
Women’s Volleyball Tournament
4:00 p.m.
Sports Arena
Photos by Mark Mulville; Whitney Cummings graphic courtesy of PAC.
