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University of Idaho Homecoming

Homecoming 2025: Oct. 5-11

Homecoming is University of Idaho’s longest-running tradition! For one week each year, this unique event brings alumni, students and community members together in Moscow to celebrate traditions with the whole Vandal Family. Update your info to receive updates on the times, dates and locations of our events schedule and festivities as they are confirmed!

Homecoming week highlights

Be sure to check the Alumni Events calendar for updates, sign-ups, ticket sales and more.

Sunday, Oct. 5

  • Kickoff event on the Tower lawn

Monday through Thursday, Oct. 6-9

  • Vandalize Moscow downtown businesses window painting
  • Vandalize Campus office and living group decorating contests
  • Student Jingles competition
  • Blood drive and canned food drive
  • Campus competitions
  • Student activities
  • Community engagement events

Friday, Oct. 10

Oktoberfest Tap the Keg

  • Time: 3:30-7:30 p.m.
  • Location: Dan O'Brien Track and Field Complex, Moscow campus
  • Enjoy local brews, live music and festive fun
  • Purchase tickets (Ticket sales begin in a couple of weeks)

Women’s Volleyball

  • Time: TBD
  • Location: Memorial Gym
  • Enjoy the fast-paced action.

Serpentine

  • Time: About 8 p.m.
  • Location: U of I Golf Course
  • Join the traditional Vandal spirit walk.

Vandal Rally

  • Time: TBD
  • Location: P1FCU Kibbie Dome parking lot
  • Celebrate Homecoming royalty crowing and enjoy the traditional bonfire. Homecoming fireworks show
  • Time: TBD
  • Location: P1FCU Kibbie Dome parking lot
  • Cap off the night with a spectacular fireworks display

Saturday, Oct. 11

Homecoming parade

  • Time: TBD
  • Route: Main Street, downtown Moscow
  • Enjoy floats, bands and community groups celebrating Vandal pride

Vandal Village tailgate and pre-game celebration

  •  Time: 11 a.m. to kickoff
  • Location: TBD
  • Join fellow fans for food, games and entertainment before the game

Vandal Football game

  • Kickoff: 2 p.m.
  • Location: P1FCU Kibbie Dome
  • Cheer on the Vandals at the big Homecoming game

Have questions? Reach out to the Homecoming Committee at homecoming@uidaho.edu.

Oktoberfest Tap the Keg!

Enjoy tasty regional beers, Oktoberfest-inspired food and good cheer with the Vandal Family on Friday night of Homecoming!

Coming Soon

Homecoming Merchandise

Gear up with official Homecoming merchandise from the VandalStore! Proceeds support future Homecoming celebrations.

Coming Soon

The Big Game

Pack the Dome as Vandal Football takes on Northern Colorado on October 11 for the big HOCO showdown!

Coming Soon

Homecoming Fireworks Show

Help make this year’s fireworks show our biggest and boldest with a gift to this Vandal tradition!

Make a Donation

Contact Us

Mailing Address:
University of Idaho
875 Perimeter Drive MS 4264
Moscow, ID 83844-4264

Phone: 208-885-6111

Fax: 208-885-9119

Email: info@uidaho.edu

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