Homecoming Weekend
October 2–4, 2026
Make plans to come home and join other alumni as we celebrate fall on the Hill. Homecoming Weekend is filled with events, gatherings, and traditions old and new. Schedule highlights include:
- Hockey championship celebration — events throughout Homecoming Weekend include a ceremonial unveiling of the 2026 championship banner at Sage Rink, presentation of championship rings, and alumni game.
- Fall Fest is back! Featuring the best the Mohawk Valley has to offer, including local vendors, artisans, and food trucks.
- NESCAC home games — football, men’s soccer, women’s soccer, field hockey, and volleyball.
- MARC Mixer at the DMC
- Homecoming Jazz 2026
- The Little Pub trivia
- GOLD (Graduates Of the Last Decade) Drop-In
- Alumni-student networking power hour — sponsored by the Career Center and Hamilton Career Network, this event is all about bringing together our amazing alumni and current students!
- Opportunities to meet and chat with your Alumni Council committees — learn how you can get involved!
Schedule of Events
| 11 a.m.–2 p.m. LUNCH AVAILABLE Commons and McEwen Dining Halls $11.75 — Pay cash or credit card at the door. |
| 5–8 p.m. DINNER AVAILABLE Commons Dining Hall $16.30 — Pay cash or credit card at the door. |
| 6–8 p.m. ALUMNI COUNCIL EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE DINNER The Little Pub (by invitation only) This event is open to members of the Alumni Council Executive Committee. |
| 8 p.m. PUB TRIVIA–ALUMNI & STUDENTS The Little Pub Join us for a trivia showdown where confidence is high, the questions are questionable, and Googling is strongly discouraged. |
| 7:30–10 a.m. BREAKFAST AVAILABLE Commons and McEwen Dining Halls $7.20 cash and credit card at the door |
| 9–11:30 a.m. ALUMNI COUNCIL EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE MEETING (Members only) Root Hall Breakfast will be available at 8:30 a.m. About the Alumni Council |
| 11 a.m.–5 p.m. HOMECOMING WELCOME & INFORMATION CENTER Homecoming Village Welcome & Information Tent (adjacent to Blood Fitness Center) Welcome home to the Hill! Stop by to check in, get the weekend schedule and information, and grab some snacks and swag. |
| 11 a.m.–2 p.m. LUNCH AVAILABLE Commons and McEwen Dining Halls $11.75 — Pay cash or credit card at the door. |
| Noon–1 p.m. ALUMNI COUNCIL LUNCH WITH STUDENTS Taylor Science Center Atrium Open to members of the Alumni Council, ELC, and Couper Guild (past trustees of Hamilton College). |
| Noon–4 p.m. NOMINATIONS COMMITTEE MEETING & LUNCH (Members only) Root Hall 204 For the Nominations Committee, part of the Alumni Council. |
| 1 p.m. WELLIN MUSEUM TOUR Ruth and Elmer Wellin Museum of Art The Wellin Museum will offer a student docent-led tour of the museum and the current exhibition Storytelling, featuring photography drawn from the collection. As a teaching museum, the Wellin engages the curiosity of students, faculty, and the community through its internationally recognized exhibitions and globally representative collection, introducing new ideas and perspectives to classroom conversations and beyond. |
| 1:30–2 p.m. E&I COMMITTEE MEETING (Members only) Root Hall For the E&I Committee, part of the Alumni Council. |
| 2–3 p.m. ALUMNI COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETINGS (Members only) Root Hall and Burke Library Strategic planning and regular meetings for the Alumni Council's Community Engagement Committee (Root 205), Class Leadership Committee (Root 206), Hamilton Career Network (Burke 215), and Regional Committee (Root 3rd floor). |
| 2 p.m. STUDENT-LED CAMPUS TOUR Outdoor Platform, Office of Admission–Siuda House |
| 2:30–3 p.m. 50TH REUNION ALUMNI MEETING Root Hall 1st Floor Common Area Come learn about the 50th reunion program, and see alumni and friends. All are welcome from the Hamilton and Kirkland classes — with Director of Alumni Relations Jacke Jones. |
| 3–4 p.m. G.O.L.D. (GRADUATES OF THE LAST DECADE) DROP-IN Sadove Sunporch Alumni from the Classes of 2017 to 2026, learn how to stay connected with your friends and Hamilton community after you leave the Hill! |
| 3:30 - 5 p.m. FILLIUS JAZZ ARCHIVE OPEN HOUSE McEwen 102 (Adjacent to the Rock Swing) Stop by, view the archive's extensive jazz photography collection, and chat with Monk Rowe, the Joe Williams Director of the Archive. |
| 4–5 p.m. BLOSSOMING CONNECTIONS: A HIGH TEA FOR GRADUATING SENIORS, RISING JUNIORS, AND ALUMNI Afro-Latin Cultural Center (ALCC) This event from MARC, the Multicultural Alumni Relations Committee of the Alumni Council, and the DMC, Days-Massolo Multicultural Center, is designed for seniors to foster meaningful and mutually beneficial connections with the MARC community while exploring opportunities for our soon-to-be alumni. Faculty, staff, students, and graduates will gather this year in the recently refreshed ALCC House, and enjoy the multi-generational multicultural community our graduates can look forward to joining after leaving the Hill. |
| 5-6 p.m. MARC MIXER Days-Massolo Center Hamilton’s Multicultural Alumni Relations Committee invites you to a casual gathering for students, alumni, and friends. Join us in front of the Days-Massolo Center and the Afro Latin Cultural Center to make connections and enjoy food and fellowship. |
| 5 p.m. GATHERING AT THE LITTLE PUB The Little Pub Come share a Saranac, cider, and snacks. This is a fantastic opportunity to mingle in a casual setting. We look forward to seeing you there! |
| 5–8 p.m. DINNER AVAILABLE Commons Dining Hall and Howard Diner $16.40— Pay cash or credit card at the door. |
| 6–8 p.m. HOMECOMING SHABBAT DINNER Azel Backus House Dining Room |
| 6–9 p.m. ALUMNI COUNCIL RECOGNITION DINNER (by invitation only) Tolles Pavilion A celebratory gathering as we honor Lori Reidel K’77, with the 2026 Jeff Little ’71 Volunteer of the Year Award, and Head Men’s Hockey Coach, Rob Haberbusch with the Distinguished Service Award – both presented by the Alumni Council. |
| 7 p.m. VOLLEYBALL VS. TUFTS Margaret Bundy Scott Field House |
| 9 p.m. HOMECOMING JAZZ 2026 Fillius Events Barn Hamilton welcomes trumpet/composer star Summer Camargo and her quintet for this 33rd annual jazz event. Summer’s debut CD, “For Whom I Love”, earned glowing reviews and a spot in the SNL band. The Barn will be swingin’! Sponsored by The Fillius Jazz Archive and hosted by Monk Rowe P’06. |
| Midnight–3 a.m. DINER B Howard Diner Late night grub at the diner. Pay cash or credit card. |
| 7–10 a.m. BREAKFAST AVAILABLE Commons Dining Hall $7.20 — Pay cash or credit card at the door. |
| 8–8:45 a.m. ALUMNI COUNCIL, EMERITUS LEADERSHIP CABINET, AND COUPER GUILD BREAKFAST Kirner-Johnson Commons Area 1st Floor For members of the Alumni Council and Couper Guild, past trustees of Hamilton. Breakfast at 7:45 a.m., program at 8:30 a.m. Update from Executive Director, Maurice Horowitch Career Center Melissa Marietta. |
| 8 -11 a.m. HOMECOMING WELCOME & INFORMATION CENTER Sadove Bradford Conference Room 112 Welcome home to the Hill! Stop by to check in, get the weekend schedule and information, and grab some snacks and swag. |
| 9–11 a.m. ALUMNI COUNCIL MEETING Kirner-Johnson Bradford Auditorium Committee reports, Hamilton Fund update, voting, and updates from Senior Staff. |
| 11 a.m. FIELD HOCKEY VS. WESLEYEN Goodfriend Field |
| 11 a.m. WOMEN'S SOCCER VS. WESLEYEN Love Field |
| 11 a.m.–2 p.m. LUNCH AVAILABLE Commons Dining Hall $11.75 — Pay cash or credit card at the door. |
| 11:15 a.m UNVEILING OF CHAMPIONSHIP HOCKEY BANNER Sage Rink During this special ceremony the men’s ice hockey team will reveal the 2026 NCAA Division III Championship Banner hanging in Sage Rink. What a way to kick off the 2027 season! |
| Noon–3 p.m. FALL FEST Homecoming Village, Adjacent to Steuben Field Fall Fest features snacks and drinks, food trucks, and a marketplace of local vendors. |
| Noon - 2 p.m. MEN'S RUGBY VS. PAUL SMITH'S COLLEGE Rugby Field |
| 1 p.m. FOOTBALL VS. WESLEYAN Steuben Field |
| 1-2 p.m. ELS MEETING Sadove Student Center Massolo Sun Porch & Living Room For alumni and students. |
| 1 p.m. WELLIN MUSEUM TOUR Ruth and Elmer Wellin Museum of Art The Wellin Museum will offer a student docent-led tour of the museum and the current exhibition Storytelling, featuring photography drawn from the collection. As a teaching museum, the Wellin engages the curiosity of students, faculty, and the community through its internationally recognized exhibitions and globally representative collection, introducing new ideas and perspectives to classroom conversations and beyond. |
| 2 p.m. MEN'S SOCCER VS. WESLEYAN Love Field |
| 2 p.m. VOLLEYBALL VS. BATES Margaret Bundy Scott Field House |
| 2:30 p.m. (during half time of the football game) MEN'S ICE HOCKEY CHAMPIONSHIP RING CEREMONY Steuben Field |
| 3–4 p.m. ALUMNI-STUDENT NETWORKING POWER HOUR Homecoming Village adjacent to Steuben Field Sponsored by the Career Center and Hamilton Career Network, this event is all about bringing together our amazing alumni and current students! For alumni working in any industry and students exploring different career paths, this is your chance to meet, chat, and learn from each other. We'll have signs pointing you toward different industry discussion areas, so you can dive into conversations that match your interests. Everyone is welcome! Light snacks provided. |
| 4 p.m. THE LITTLE PUB IS OPEN The Little Pub |
| 5–8 p.m. DINNER AVAILABLE Commons Dining Hall and Howard Diner $16.30 — Pay cash or credit card at the door. |
| 6 p.m. MEN'S ICE HOCKEY CELEBRATORY DINNER (by invitation only) Bristol Center, Dwight Lounge Alumni and special guests join members of the 2025-26 men’s ice hockey team and their families to celebrate the achievements of last season and the history of the program. By invitation only, and attendees must RSVP. |
| 10 a.m. MEN'S ICE HOCKEY ALUMNI GAME Sage Rink Welcome back to the ice! Hamilton men’s hockey alumni from every generation are invited to lace up for some friendly competition. |
| 11 a.m. WOMEN'S SOCCER VS. TUFTS Love Field |
| 1 p.m. FIELD HOCKEY VS. TUFTS Goodfriend Field |
| 1 - 2 p.m. HOMECOMING WEEKEND CATHOLIC MASS Chapel |
| 2 p.m. Men's Soccer vs. Tufts Love Field |
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