Mark Your Calendar:
OCU Homecoming 2026
Nov. 9-14
Celebrate, connect, and make new memories at OCU's Homecoming! We can’t wait to welcome you back to campus for a full lineup of events, traditions, and fun. More info is coming soon.
GO STARS!
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Mark your calendar, invite your friends and catch up with your classmates at the 2026 Homecoming events!
WEDNESDAY, NOV. 11
- 6 - 8 p.m. — OKConnect: Homecoming Service Project
THURSDAY, NOV. 12
1 p.m. — 6th annual Legacy Speaker Series with Isaiah Bailey '14 (Bishop W. Angie Smith Chapel)
Live stream the Legacy Speaker on Facebook.
6 to 7:30 p.m. — Clara Luper and American Indian Scholars Reunion Reception
FRIDAY, NOV. 13
5:30 to 9 p.m. — Stars on the Plaza
Join us for a night of community at Stars on the Plaza. Come support local businesses with your OCU family!
SATURDAY, NOV. 14
11 a.m. — Homecoming Parade (2501 N. Blackwelder Ave)
All are invited to walk around and experience the Homecoming floats in this fun parade, where you can walk around and enjoy the floats from the OCU community and local organizations!
11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. — Homecoming Reunion Reception (Wilson House)
As students take part in their Homecoming activities, parents, families, and alumni are invited to join us for the annual Homecoming Reunion Reception, celebrating this year's special guests: the class of 1976 Golden Grads, all other graduating classes ending in 6's and 1's, and OCU parents and families.
12:30 to 2 p.m. — Homecoming Tailgate (2nd Floor of the Freede Wellness Center)
Visit the booths hosted by various alumni & student organizations, campus departments, and community organizations with free OCU swag while supplies last!
2 p.m. — OCU vs Haskell Indian Nations University Women's Basketball Game (Henry J. Freede Wellness Center)
FREE ADMISSION: OCU Alumni & Friends can pick up a Homecoming wristband at the main Freede entrance to support the OCU Women's Basketball team!
5 p.m. — 42nd Anniversary of LipSync (Henry J. Freede Wellness Center)
Join us for Homecoming’s most exciting traditions! Cheer on OCU student groups as they light up the stage with choreographed, themed performances to your favorite songs — all lip-synced for an unforgettable night of entertainment.
Stars, it's time for Homecoming 2026!
PULL UP THE PLAYBOOK!
| EVENT | DATE & TIME | LOCATION |
|---|---|---|
LipSync Dress Rehearsal | Sunday 11/8 | Freede Center |
Spirit Wall Set Up | Monday 11/9 | Quad Lawn |
Kick Off | Tuesday 11/10 | Student Lounge |
Movie Night (Spiderman: Homecoming) | Tuesday 11/10 | Quad Lawn |
OKConnect: Homecoming Service Project | Wednesday 11/11 | Food Bank |
Legacy Speaker | Thursday 11/12 | Chapel |
Stars on the Plaza | Friday 11/13 | Plaza District |
Parade | Saturday 11/14 | Streets around campus |
Tailgate | Saturday 11/14 | 2nd Floor of Freede |
Women's Basketball Game | Saturday 11/14 | Freede |
LipSync & Awards | Saturday 11/14 | Freede |
Join your favorite OCU student for the 2026 Parent and Family Weekend festivities for Homecoming!
SATURDAY, NOV. 14
11 a.m. — Homecoming Parade (2501 N. Blackwelder Ave)
All are invited to walk around and experience the Homecoming floats in this fun parade, where you can walk around and enjoy the floats from the OCU community and local organizations!
11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. — Homecoming Reunion Reception (Wilson House)
As students take part in their Homecoming activities, parents, families, and alumni are invited to join us for the annual Homecoming Reunion Reception, celebrating this year's special guests: the class of 1976 Golden Grads, all other graduating classes ending in 6's and 1's, and OCU parents and families.
12:30 to 2 p.m. — Homecoming Tailgate (2nd Floor of the Freede Wellness Center)
Visit the booths hosted by various alumni & student organizations, campus departments, and community organizations with free OCU swag while supplies last!
2 p.m. — OCU vs Haskell Indian Nations University Women's Basketball Game (Henry J. Freede Wellness Center)
FREE ADMISSION: OCU Alumni & Friends can pick up a Homecoming wristband at the main Freede entrance to support the OCU Women's Basketball team!
5 p.m. — 42nd Anniversary of LipSync (Henry J. Freede Wellness Center)
Join us for Homecoming’s most exciting traditions! Cheer on OCU student groups as they light up the stage with choreographed, themed performances to your favorite songs — all lip-synced for an unforgettable night of entertainment.
You are invited to join your OCU community during Homecoming 2026!
WEDNESDAY, NOV. 11
- 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. — OKConnect: Homecoming Service Project
THURSDAY, NOV. 12
1 p.m. — 6th annual Legacy Speaker Series with Isaiah Bailey '14 (Bishop W. Angie Smith Chapel)
Live stream the Legacy Speaker on Facebook.
SATURDAY, NOV. 14
11 a.m. — Homecoming Parade (2501 N. Blackwelder)
All are invited to walk around and experience the Homecoming floats in this fun parade, where you can walk around and enjoy the floats from the OCU community and local organizations!
12:30 to 2 p.m. — Homecoming Tailgate (2nd Floor of the Freede Wellness Center)
Visit the booths hosted by various alumni & student organizations, campus departments, and community organizations with free OCU swag while supplies last!
2 p.m. — OCU vs Haskell Indian Nations University Women's Basketball Game (Henry J. Freede Wellness Center)
FREE ADMISSION: OCU Alumni & Friends can pick up a Homecoming wristband at the main Freede entrance to support the OCU Women's Basketball team!
5 p.m. — 42nd Anniversary of LipSync (Henry J. Freede Wellness Center)
Join us for Homecoming’s most exciting traditions! Cheer on OCU student groups as they light up the stage with choreographed, themed performances to your favorite songs — all lip-synced for an unforgettable night of entertainment.
