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Below is the 2026 Homecoming and Family Weekend Schedule for review.  This schedule is as of August 12th.

Day 1: Friday, October 16, 2026

Campus Bookstore Open
10 a.m. to 4 p.m. University Commons Lower Level
Stop by the Campus Bookstore to purchase your �ֲ���ý gear.

Captain’s Cup Family Racing
2:30 p.m.  Bready Sailing Center Deck
It’s a beautiful day on the bay to see our current Sailing Team and families race as the kick off to the Captain’s Cup Regatta. 

Homecoming and Family Weekend Registration Opens
6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Campus Recreation Center Lobby/Foyer
Please make this your first stop upon arrival to check in for the weekend and pick up your registration information.

Athletics Hall of Fame Reception and Dinner
5:30 p.m.  Cocktail Reception, Global Heritage Hall
6:30 p.m.   Dinner and Hall of Fame Induction, Global Heritage Hall 
Tickets can be purchases on a separate �ֲ���ý Tickets link
The Department of Athletics will induct the following in the Hall of Fame Class:  

• J. Mike Lynch '01 ( Men's basketball)
• Matt Duggan '09 (Sailing)
• Mark Mastin '91 (Men's Volleyball)
• Jenny (Dill) Okubo '07 (Women's Swimming)
• Women's 2014 Soccer Team

Women’s Lacrosse Fall Scrimmage 
7 p.m.  Turf Field
Cheer on the Hawks as they take on the Coast Guard Academy in their Fall Scrimmage match

Student Theater Performance:   Play To Be Announcement
7:30 p.m.  Performing Arts Barn
 

Casino Night
7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Campus Recreation Center Field House
Enjoy the excitement and the feel of a real casino at Casino Night without the worries of losing your shirt! Sit down at one of the many gaming tables which will include blackjack, roulette, Caribbean poker, or “go all in” at Texas hold ‘em.  Don’t miss this opportunity to feel like a high roller or just come and join us for an evening of fun.   The end of the night features our raffle for a selection of great prizes.  

Family Bingo
7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Campus Recreation Center Upper Gym  
Bingo is a favorite tradition at �ֲ���ý.  This event is a fun time for the whole family so make sure to take advantage of this fun and exciting event!   The end of the night features our raffle for a selection of great prizes

Day 2: Saturday, October 17th

Homecoming and Family Weekend Registration Opens
9 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Campus Recreation Center Lobby/Foyer
Please make this your first stop upon arrival to check in for the weekend and pick up your registration information.

Captain’s Cup Breakfast (ticketed event)
9:30 a.m. Bready Sailing Center
Captain’s Cup Regatta participants will enjoy breakfast.

Coffee and Conversation hosted by the Parent and Family Leadership Council and Vice President of Student Life
10:00 to 11:00 a.m. Roger’s Café Law School  
Meet the Parent and Family Leadership Council (PFLC) and the Division of Student Life at our Homecoming and Family Weekend Coffee Hour.  This mingling reception will allow you to meet our new Vice President Vitaliano Figueroa and key Student Life staff, ask questions about life outside the classroom; and more about the Parent and Family Leadership Council.
The PFLC members represent the Parent & Family Association and work with the administration to provide leadership, support, and feedback in the vital areas of Admission, Advancement, Student Life, and Career Services. Council members attend events with the President, administration, and faculty, network with other �ֲ���ý families, and lead campus and regional meetings. The annual philanthropic commitments of the PFLC support areas that impact all �ֲ���ý students. 

Homecoming 5 K Road Race
Race Registration begins at 9:30 a.m.; Race starts at 10 a.m. from the front of the Campus Recreation Center

Join the �ֲ���ý Cross Country team as they lead off the Homecoming 5K Road Race!  This on-campus race is open to all parents, students, alumni, faculty and staff.  All runners will need to complete a wavier prior to the start of the race.  Alums who are interested in playing should contact Head Coach Sean Livingston at slivingston@rwu.edu.

Children’s 100-Yard Dash
9:45 a.m. Recreation Center Patio
Kick off your Saturday with an exciting and energetic children’s race! Before the 5K begins, children ages 12 years old and younger will have the chance to compete for medals in our 100-yard dash.

Roger’s Photo Scavenger Hunt
10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Campus Wide
Grab your phone and get ready to participate in our Roger’s Photo Scavenger Hunt.  This family friendly event will have the whole family working on solving questions with clues tied to University history, traditions and locations on campus.  We hope that your photos will show your family and friends in their Roger Blues.

Women’s Alumni Lacrosse Game
10 a.m. Turf Field
Women’s Lacrosse Alumni will take to the Turf and play in this year’s alumni game.  Alums who are interested in playing should contact Head Coach Amanda Magee’10 at amcgee@rwu.edu.
Campus Bookstore Open
10 a.m. to 3 p.m. University Commons Lower Level
Stop by the Campus Bookstore to purchase your �ֲ���ý gear.

Captain’s Cup Sailboat Race
10:00a.m. Bready Sailing Center Deck
It’s always a beautiful day for sailing; stop by and cheer on the Hawks in this year’s Captain’s Cup Regatta.  If you have questions about Captain’s Cup or alums who are interested in participating should contact Head Coach Amanda Callahan at acallahan@rwu.edu.

Ultimate Frisbee Alumni Game
11 a.m.  �ֲ���ý Front Field
Ultimate Frisbee Alumni will take to the Front Field and play in this year’s alumni game.  Alums who are interested in playing should contact Head Coach Matt Stein at mstein@rwu.edu.

Softball Alumni Game
11 a.m. �ֲ���ý Softball Field 
Softball Alumni will take to the field and play in this year’s alumni game.  Alums who are interested in playing should contact Head Coach Joyce Maudie at jmaudie@rwu.edu.

�ֲ���ý Flu Clinic
11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Campus Rec Center Senate Chambers room
Health Services will be hosting a free Flu Shot Clinic to assist in the prevention of the flu for students and families .  Flu and Covid shots will be available while supplies last.  Pre-registration is required to prevent long wait lines.   Students and Families will need to have their health insurance information available.

Autumn Picnic Lunch (Ticketed Event)
11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. front of MNS Building 
Enjoy a special themed Autumn Lunch Picnic prepared by our Bon Appetite Dining staff.  Seating will be around campus or bring your blankets to picnic by the water.

Captain’s Cup Lunch (ticketed event)
11:30a.m. Bready Sailing Center
Captain’s Cup Regatta participants will enjoy lunch after a morning of sailing.

Hawk-tober Fest (ticketed event)
12 p.m. to 4 p.m.  Parking Lot adjacent to Turf Field
Join us for our very own Hawk-tober Fest celebrating autumn with seasonal beverages and snacks! Games, beer, wine, and snacks abound for alums, families and friends. Join us after the games and events to meet fellow Hawks and celebrate together! Open to students 21+ Wristband required.

Women’s Soccer Game
12:PM Turf Field
Cheer on the Hawks as they take on the University of Hartford Hawks in this Conference of New England match

Field Hockey Game
1:00 PM Turf Field
Cheer on the Hawks as they take on the Endicott College in this Conference of New England match.  Enjoy the Half time Performance from our Hawkettes Dance Team.

Women’s Volleyball Match  
1:00 PM Campus Recreation Center Upper Gym
Cheer on the Hawks as they take on the Bridgewater State University in this Conference of New England match

Autumn Festival
1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Campus Recreation Center Patio and Commons Quad
After enjoying the lunch, join us at the Autumn Festival, a weekend favorite for students, families and alumni.  Activities hosted by our student groups include carnival games, Ax Throwing, arts & crafts, and creative mementos just to name a few. Live music performance by student vocal and dance groups. Free food vendors will be throughout the area for you to sample more fresh local fare. *A few of our student groups will be fundraising for local charities, so a giving heart is welcome.

Captain’s Cup Reception and Dinner (ticketed event)
6 p.m. Reception 7 p.m. Off Campus 
Captain's Cup Regatta participants will enjoy reception and dinner after a great day of sailing.  Please visit our �ֲ���ý Tickets for the link to purchase.

Student Theater Performance:   Play To Be Announcement
7:30 p.m.  Performing Arts Barn
 

Wrestling Inter Squad Meet
7 p.m. Campus Recreation Center Field House
Come watch the Wrestling Team inter squad meet to kick off the season.  Alums who are interested in participating should contact Head Coach Jon Egan at jegan@rwu.edu.

Day 3: Sunday, October 18th

Campus Bookstore Open
10 a.m. to 2 p.m. University Commons Lower Level
Stop by the Campus Bookstore to purchase your �ֲ���ý gear.

Alumni and Families will need to register for the Homecoming and Family Weekend Package; this package will cover up to 4 members (not including your �ֲ���ý student) for our Casino Night, Bingo Night, Autumn Festival and Family Coffee Hour.   This package is $10 and you will need to purchase 1 package for families up to 4, each additional family member is $5.   Your registration cost will cover program expenses.

Autumn Lunch Menu:  Enjoy our Fall BBQ:  Carolina BBQ Pulled Pork; Grilled Chicken, Garden Veggie Burgers, Southern Potato Salad, Sweet Potato Salad, Black Eyed Pea and Grain Salad, Cole Slaw and Mini Corn Muffins.  Guests can enjoy Lemonade and Apple Cider and desserts of apple cider doughnuts, mini apple crisp, and pumpkin bars.  Ticket price is $20 per adult and children under 9 tickets are $12.  You will not need to purchase a ticket for your �ֲ���ý student.

Hawktober Fest:  The Office of Alumni Relations invites you to enjoy the 2026 Hawktoberfest Beer Garden as part of Homecoming and Family Weekend. Your ticket includes one drink ticket and one Hawktoberst Pretzel. This is a 21+ event; and please note that students will need a ticket for this event.  Ticket price is $15 each.

�ֲ���ý utilizes the �ֲ���ý Tickets webpage for Homecoming and Family Weekend Ticket purchases.  If you have purchased tickets for a previous event, you are able to log in and purchase tickets.

Guests who need to create a new General Public account should follow the instructions below:

   1. Click Register as New Customer

    2. Complete the information listed under General Public

    3. Click Register as General Public

    4. Set up your Customer Information, Billing Information and Shipping Information

    5. You will see all of our available events, select your event that you wish to purchase

    6. Click Get Tickets

    7.Select the number of tickets needed for quantity and click Find Tickets

    8. Please complete all necessary information

    9. Select in Delivery Method: E-Ticket

    10. Finally, select Checkout under Secure Payment
    Please note that you will have 20 minutes to make your selection or the tickets will be removed from your Cart

When is Homecoming and Family Weekend 2026? 
Homecoming and Family Weekend 2025 will be held Friday, October 16th through Sunday, October 18th

How do I sign up to attend Homecoming and Family Weekend events? 
Families and Alumni can register for Homecoming and Family Weekend events by visiting our �ֲ���ý Tickets webpage.  Information on creating your account and purchase tickets can be found on our website. 

Why should I register before the weekend? 
Registration is a must! Your registration helps us know how many people are coming to Homecoming & Family Weekend and allows us to provide you with important information for the weekend.  Please note that some of our meal tickets do sell out due to the popularity of the events. 

Where will I be able to find local accommodations?  
There are a variety of area hotels. Please note: these hotels fill up early and you may need to check other  area hotels. 

Can I bring my younger children and siblings? 
Homecoming and Family Weekend is for the entire family; many families will bring siblings or  grandparents to enjoy your events, watch athletic competitions and most importantly visit your student. 

Can my student pick up my Registration information for me during check-in? 
Yes, your student will be able to pick up your information and check your family in for the weekend. We  strongly request that all families check in with us for the weekend, even if you selected complimentary  tickets. Our Registration Desk is in the Campus Recreation Center and will be staffed on Friday night  from 6 p.m. .to 9 p.m. and Saturday morning from 9 a.m. .to 12:30 p.m.

What if I want to take my student to dinner off campus? 
We encourage family members to explore the local area and enjoy restaurants and shops. If you plan to  take your student to dinner, we strongly recommend that you make reservations prior to arriving.

Where do I park on campus? 
Families will be directed to park in our Lot D. There will be signage that will direct you where to park.  Where do I go upon arriving on campus for Homecoming and Family Weekend? 
Families are asked to check in at our Homecoming and Family Weekend Registration Center. This is  located at the Campus Recreation Center and will be open on Friday night from 6 pm. to 9 p.m. and  Saturday morning from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. 

Is there an app for the Homecoming and Family Weekend Schedule? 
Information for Homecoming and Family Weekend; including schedule, local information and recommendations can be found via Guidebook. Families can download the Guidebook app via their App Store. Once you download Guidebook, you will search for the �ֲ���ý 2026-2027 Guide. Our Homecoming and Family Weekend Information will be live on September 15th via Guidebook 

If I need to make a change to my registration or have a question; whom do I contact? 
If you need to make any changes to your registration or you have additional questions, please contact  Student Programs, Leadership and Orientation at studentprograms@rwu.edu or by calling (401) 254- 3088. A member of our staff will be happy to assist you.

The 23rd Annual Captain's Cup Regatta will be held on Saturday, October 17th.  We look forward to welcoming all Alumni, Family and Friends of �ֲ���ý Sailing back to campus for a great day of sailing and hanging out with new and old friends.

All the boats will be rigged by the undergrads, and the day includes continental breakfast, lunch, and awards dinner.

The schedule for the day is 

9:30am - Boat Dedication followed by Competitor's Meeting
10:00am to 3:00pm - Racing & Lunch
6:00 to 7:00pm - Cocktail Reception
7:00 to 10:00pm - Dinner & Awards

Tickets for the Captain's Cup event will be on sale soon

Please visit our accommodations link to book your hotel reservations