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.