We’re excited to welcome alumni and friends back to campus for UNC Asheville’s 2026 Homecoming! Join us on Saturday, February 21, 2026, for a full day of connection, Bulldog pride, and celebrating what makes the UNCA community so special. Whether you come for one event or stay all day, we can’t wait to see you back on campus. 💙
🏀 Homecoming Schedule🏀
Join us for a full day of Bulldog pride, campus connection, and basketball excitement! Your homecoming ticket includes access to all events, including snacks, food and drink tickets. Families welcome. CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS
Friday, February 20th
🎉Campus Block Party | 12 PM – 2 PM
Block party on campus including food trucks, axe throwing and more📍 TBD
🎉 Baseball Game | 3 PM
UNC Asheville v. Rider 📍 Greenwood Baseball Field
Saturday, February 21st
🍼 Volunteer Opportunity, Babies Need Bottoms| 9:30 AM
Work with students to pack boxes for babies need bottoms. 📍 Highsmith
🎉 Campus Tailgate | 12 PM – 2 PM
Kick off Homecoming with fellow alumni before the games begin.📍 P11 (parking lot across from the Kimmel Arena parking deck)
🏫 Campus Building Tour | 12:00 PM
Take a guided walk through campus and see what’s new at UNC Asheville.📍 Rocky Statue (outside Kimmel Arena)
🏀 Women’s Basketball | 2:00 PM
UNC Asheville v. Presbyterian College📍 Sherrill Center
💙 Alumni Zone | Between Games, 3:30 – 4:30 PM
Stop by our VIP Alumni area for drinks, snacks, reconnecting with old friends! 📍 Sherrill Center (near the main entrance)
🏀 Men’s Basketball | 4:30 PM
UNC Asheville v. Radford📍 Sherrill Center
🍻 Closeout Celebration | 8:00 – 11:00 PM
Wrap up Homecoming with brews and food at Hi-Wire Brewing. 📍 Hi-Wire Brewing – Biltmore Village Location
Hotel Deals
Artful Way: Book your stay at the Artful Way for UNCA Homecoming 2026
Element: Book your stay at the Element for UNCA Homecoming 2026
Have any questions? Email alumni@unca.edu