Homecoming and Family Weekend
Sept. 25-27, 2026
This fall, return to where it all began. Join Saint Louis University on campus for Homecoming and Family Weekend!
Homecoming and Family Weekend is a three-day event always held on the last full weekend in September. Cheer on the Billikens at select athletic events, enjoy a tailgate and take in an annual fireworks display during halftime.
What to Know for Homecoming and Family Weekend
Online preregistration for 2026's Homecoming and Family Weekend is now closed, but there is still time to attend. On-site registration will be available on Friday, Sept. 25, and Saturday, Sept. 26, for those events with capacity.
Visit Busch Student Center, Room 251, for check-in or late registration from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 25, or from 10 to 11:30 a.m. and 12:30 to 6 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 26. If you preregistered, keep your reminder email handy, as it will contain QR codes used during check-in.
Registered guests will receive materials necessary for attending individual events, including:
- Credentials for everyone in their group.
- Men’s soccer tickets for those who preregistered to attend Saturday evening’s game. (Students do not need a ticket to attend and will instead show their SLU ID.)
- Food vouchers for those who pre-ordered meals during registration.
- Vouchers for those who purchased the 2026 Homecoming and Family Weekend T-shirts during registration.
Please monitor your email and the Saint Louis University app for updates in case of inclement weather.
Read on for answers to our most frequently asked questions. Have an issue during the event or require assistance with a golf cart shuttle over the weekend? Text us at 314-445-1818. (Texting rates may apply. The texting line will be available during the event only.)
FAQ
The entire SLU community turns out for Homecoming and Family Weekend. SLU alumni mingle with students, staff and faculty; everyone is welcome to bring their families. Homecoming at Saint Louis University is also "parents weekend." All guardians and family members of our current Billikens are invited.
There is no cost to register for general admission or for many special events during Homecoming and Family Weekend. However, some special gatherings will have a fee or costs associated that will be noted on the schedule and at registration.
Only credit cards will be accepted on site during the event, as all Homecoming and Family Weekend celebrations are cashless.
Online registration for 2026 Homecoming and Family Weekend is now closed. On-site registration will be available in Busch Student Center Room 251, although some events may be sold out.
We ask that you register everyone in your group who plans to attend Homecoming and Family Weekend, including current SLU students.
Students do need to register to attend Saint Louis University Homecoming and Family Weekend activities. If you are registering as a parent, please include them among your guests if they have not already registered themselves.
You can view the 2026 Homecoming and Family Weekend schedule here. Events will also be listed in the Homecoming and Family Weekend persona of the Saint Louis University app.
If you're looking for recommended places to stay during Homecoming and Family Weekend, check out this list of hotels near Saint Louis University.
Attire is casual for most Homecoming and Family Weekend events unless otherwise noted. We suggest checking the weather before attending to ensure you pack accordingly — and be sure to purchase and wear your Homecoming and Family Weekend T-shirt!
Please let us know about any special accommodations you or a guest may require during Homecoming and Family Weekend as soon as possible, as we cannot guarantee fulfillment of on-site requests.
Requests can be made on the registration page (look for a question on this topic) or contact us at hcfw@slu.edu.
Attending the soccer game? All seating at Hermann Stadium is general admission. Guests in wheelchairs can best view SLU soccer matches from the platforms at the NW and SW corners of the stadium. Accessible parking is available in SLU's parking garages.
Complimentary guest parking is available in the Laclede Parking Garage and the Olive Parking Garage during Homecoming and Family Weekend. Free parking will also be available in the Hickory East Garage during select events.
A parking pass will be provided in the reminder email sent during the week leading up to Homecoming and Family Weekend. You can also find the parking pass on SLU's app under the Homecoming and Family Weekend persona. Present the parking pass to the attendant if asked.
The Billiken Shop, the official Saint Louis University bookstore, will be open special hours for Homecoming and Family Weekend! Plan to stop by Busch Student Center to stock up.
- Friday, Sept. 25: 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
- Saturday, Sept. 26: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
- Sunday, Sept. 27: 10 a.m.- 2 p.m.
Alumni will receive a 10% discount on their entire purchase of regular-priced clothing and giftware (exclusions may apply) when shopping in-store during Homecoming and Family Weekend.
Many dining locations across campus will be open their regular hours during Homecoming and Family Weekend, including the Billiken Grill, Grand Dining Hall, Panera Bread, Starbucks and Subway. For more information, visit the DineSLU website.
We never miss homecoming! Our daughters love the soccer game and fireworks, and I love coming to campus and reconnecting with my SLU friends."
— Jaime (Daniels) Krob (DCHS ’99, Grad DCHS ’01)
SLU's Homecoming and Family Weekend App Persona
Navigate Homecoming and Family Weekend like a pro this year:
- Download the Saint Louis University app in your device’s app store.
- During the event, you will be able to click the "User" icon at the top right of the screen, then select the "My Persona" option and choose Homecoming and Family Weekend from the list.
- Find a calendar for the weekend, maps and more. Plus, get push notifications for important events or schedule changes.
Questions?
Email us at hcfw@slu.edu, and a staff member will respond as soon as they can. Plus, follow the Saint Louis University Office of Alumni Engagement on Facebook, X and Instagram for event coverage and announcements.