Homecoming: Welcome Home

Celebrate your Tommie spirit at Homecoming on Sept. 26, 2026! Whether you're joining us on campus or cheering from afar, explore everything happening throughout the weekend.

Students, families and alumni gather on Monahan Plaza for Purple on the Plaza on Homecoming weekend on the St. Paul campus on October 4, 2025

It's time to grab your Tommie gear and plan for a great weekend this fall! Mark your calendars for Homecoming on Sept. 26, 2026.

On this special day, Tommies and their families return to campus to reconnect with fellow alumni and participate in a variety of activities throughout the weekend. Not able to make it to campus? Watch this page to learn how you can celebrate the Tommie spirit from where you are!

Homecoming Highlights

Students and alumni gather on the plaza for Homecoming festivities.

Purple on the Plaza presented by Wings Credit Union

Kick off game day at Purple on the Plaza presented by Wings Credit Union! Enjoy food, drinks, games and fun activities for all ages as we gather to celebrate before the big matchup.

Football crowd cheering in the stadium.

Homecoming Football Game

Get loud and cheer for the Tommies as they take on San Diego in the Homecoming Football game. Bring your spirit - and don't forget to grab your tickets in advance!

Contact Information

If you have a question about the event or require disability accommodations, please contact Alumni Engagement.

Accommodation requests must be made at least one week prior to the event date.

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Invite Your Network

Planning to attend? Share this event with others who may be interested. Use the links below to help us get the word out and encourage your network to participate.

Couple poses with Tommie mascot during Homecoming.

For the #FutureTommies

Kid-Friendly Coloring Sheets

Get the whole family involved in the excitement of St. Thomas Homecoming! Print out these coloring sheets of Tommie and let the kids bring Tommie to life.

St. Thomas Homecoming buttons.

More Ways to Stay Connected with St. Thomas

Join St. Thomas Connect

Network with fellow alumni or mentor current students on St. Thomas Connect, an online community exclusively for Tommie alumni, students, faculty and staff.

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