Schedule
Mark your calendar for Homecoming, scheduled for October 10, 2026.
Parade
The 2026 Homecoming Parade is on Saturday, October 10, at 10:00 a.m. The theme is America 250-Pennsylvania-Start Here, America Did!
If your organization or business would like to participate in the parade, please fill out our . Please review the Homecoming Parade Guidelines prior to submitting the form.
If you have any questions, please contact Betsy Sarneso at esarneso@iup.edu or 724-357-2598.
Crimson Court
Students are invited to apply for a spot on the 2026 Homecoming Crimson Court, a group of outstanding students representing 亚色影库’s undergraduate colleges. Crimson Court members will participate in the Homecoming Parade, celebrate with alumni and friends at the Crimson Huddle, represent their college and 亚色影库 throughout Homecoming, and be recognized on the field during halftime of the 亚色影库 vs. Lock Haven football game.
To be eligible, students must be current, full-time 亚色影库 students who have completed at least 60 credits, have a cumulative GPA of 3.00 or higher, and are not currently under disciplinary sanctions.
Applications are due by 1:00 p.m. on Friday, September 11, 2026.
For eligibility details, application instructions, and information about the candidate meeting, visit Get Ready for Homecoming!
Alumni
Contact the for reunion planning and other inquiries. Send an email to alumni-relations@iup.edu or call 724-357-7942. See details about the parade and the annual Alumni and Friends Crimson Huddle below!
Students
Contact Student Life at 724-357-2598 with any questions regarding Homecoming and Homecoming events.
Crimson Huddle
The largest indoor tailgate of the year, and you’re invited!
You’re invited to join us at the Alumni and Friends Crimson Huddle. Held at the Kovalchick Convention and Athletic Complex right after the parade and before the game, it’s super convenient to attend the parade, the huddle, and the game. Enjoy a full buffet of tailgate favorites, live music, an exclusive pregame performance by the 亚色影库 Marching Band, and fun giveaways. The 亚色影库 Student Ambassadors will host fun activities for children, and our mascot, Norm, will make an appearance!