Friday, Sept. 25, 2026

Welcome Reception

5 to 8 p.m.
Ameren Plaza outside Busch Student Center (Rain Location: Wool Ballrooms 170 and 171)

Join Saint Louis University President Dr. Edward Feser and SLU’s deans and vice presidents for a special Welcome Reception kicking off Homecoming & Family Weekend. Connect with University leadership, fellow alumni and families, reconnect with old friends, and celebrate Billiken pride.

Recommended Parking: Laclede Garage

Saturday, Sept. 26, 2026

25th Annual Cheryl L. Cavallo Hustle for Your Health 5K and Family Fun Walk

7:30 to 7:50 a.m. - Registration/packet pick-up
8 to 9:30 a.m. - 5K and one-mile walk
Medical Center Stadium Track

Join Saint Louis University's Program in Physical Therapy Student Association for a friendly race supporting the Cheryl L. Cavallo Memorial Scholarship. Participants will receive a Hustle for Your Health T-shirt (sizes will be available on a first-come, first-served basis). Please dress appropriately for the weather; the event will be held rain or shine. Water will be provided.

Recommended Parking: Hickory East Garage

Registration Fees
  • Adults: $20 (Pre-registration); $25 (Race day)
  • SLU Students: $20 (Any time)
  • Ages 13-17: $10 (Any time)
  • Ages 12 and Under: Free

Admission Presentation and Campus Tour

9 to 11 a.m.
New Student Visit Center

Learn about applying to Saint Louis University as a prospective student and see recent changes on campus! This visit will include a presentation by an admission counselor followed by a campus tour led by a University ambassador.

Recommended Parking: 

Note: Registration for this event is separate from Homecoming and Family Weekend. Click here to reserve your tour through SLU's Office of Admission.

SLU-Madrid Reception

11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Busch Student Center, Wool Ballrooms, Rooms 172 and 173

Join Saint Louis University-Madrid during Homecoming and Family Weekend for a prospective student and study abroad information session, followed by an alumni networking event and panel discussion.

The event will begin at 11 a.m. with coffee and churros in the Wool Ballroom. Learn about opportunities on our campus in Madrid, Spain, and hear firsthand from SLU-Madrid alumni who participated as study abroad students, 2+2 program students and degree-seeking students. Connect with alumni, ask questions and discover how studying in Madrid can shape Billikens' academic and professional journeys.

Recommended Parking: Laclede Garage

Boom Boom Bingo

2 to 4 p.m.
Busch Student Center, Wool Ballrooms, Rooms 170 and 171

By popular demand, Boom Boom Bingo is back and better than ever! Get ready for a high-energy game that's unlike any bingo experience you have ever had. Enjoy music, excitement, friendly competition and plenty of laughs with great prizes and surprises. Every round will bring a new chance to win. Registration is first-come, first-served. Registration will close once all 250 spots are filled, and there will be no waiting list.

Note: If registration is full, you're still welcome to visit the event location. If a registered participant does not show up, there may be an opportunity to join the game onsite.

Recommended Parking: Laclede Garage

Homecoming and Family Weekend Pregame Celebration

4:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Marquette Field (Rain Location: Busch Student Center, Wool Ballrooms 170-173)

Gather with the entire Billiken community at our Homecoming and Family Weekend Pregame Celebration before the Saint Louis University men's soccer game against Duquesne! Enjoy barbecue from Bogart's Smokehouse, and for-purchase beverage options from the bar or Crispy Sips dirty sodas. Plus, take part in yard games and other activities for all ages or visit our Kids' Corner featuring Craft Your Billiken, face painting, henna, temporary tattoos and balloon animals.  Buffet is $15 per person.

Recommended Parking: Laclede Garage

Men's Soccer Game and Halftime Firework Show

6:30 to 9 p.m.
Hermann Stadium

Cheer on the Billikens as they take on Duquesne and enjoy our Homecoming and Family Weekend signature halftime fireworks display. Tickets can be purchased for $10 each. SLU students can enter the game for free using their student IDs. Soccer tickets are $10 each.  Students may enter the game at no cost using their student ID.

Recommended Parking: Laclede Garage

Sunday, Sept. 27, 2026

Homecoming and Family Weekend Catholic Mass

10:30 to 11:45 a.m.
St. Francis Xavier College Church

All are welcome to join the St. Francis Xavier College Church parish in celebrating Catholic Mass.

Recommended Parking: Laclede Garage

Billiken Family Brunch

11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Grand Hall

Join your current Billiken for a hearty brunch in Grand Hall before you hit the road home. SLU students may use their meal plan with their student ID. Guests are welcome to enjoy the brunch buffet for $9, payable by cash or credit card upon entry.

Recommended Parking: Laclede Garage