It's Berkeley Time, that magical moment in the year when we set aside our everyday routine as alums return to campus, students reunite with their parents, and all Golden Bears reconnect to celebrate what makes our Cal community so extraordinary! Join us for Alumni and Parents Weekend at Homecoming, October 9–10, 2026, as we transform our beloved campus tradition into an unforgettable experience! Check back often as events will be added to the website frequently. Registration opens in July.

The events below are from Homecoming 2025. Check back often as 2026 events will be added to the website frequently.

Events

These programs are open to all UC Berkeley community members, regardless of background or identity. UC Berkeley is committed to fostering an inclusive environment that welcomes participants from all backgrounds.

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Picture of a walking bear Cal flag.

Monday 09.29

Sproul Plaza

Spirit & Athletic Events
Oski in front of a California Banner.

Tuesday 09.30 | 10:00 a.m. — 01:00 p.m.

Campanile Esplanade

Spirit & Athletic Events
Picture of a walking bear Cal flag.

Wednesday 10.01 | 03:00 p.m. — 05:00 p.m.

Memorial Glade

Spirit & Athletic Events
A walking bear logo with rainbow stripes

Thursday 10.02 | 04:00 p.m. — 06:00 p.m.

Stiles Hall

Meet-ups & Meals
Color photo of campus staff member introducing fellow colleagues.

Thursday 10.02 | 05:00 p.m. — 07:00 p.m.

Alumni House

Meet-ups & Meals
Color photo of three alumni posing and smiling in front of a blue and gold backdrop

Thursday 10.02 | 05:00 p.m. — 07:00 p.m.

Fannie Lou Hamer Black Resource Center, Hearst Field Annex, D3

Meet-ups & Meals
Photo of Cal Cheer running with Cal Band.

Thursday 10.02 | 07:00 p.m. — 10:00 p.m.

Bowles Hall

Spirit & Athletic Events
Five or more dancers on a dramatically lit stage moving around a large crystal chandelier

Multiple Event Times

Zellerbach Hall

Lectures & Learning Opportunities Additional Registration Required