Homecoming Events

Start out Homecoming Week with your fellow Bison as we recognize the 2026 Homecoming Court, gather for yard games, ice cream treats and photos with Thundar! Special guests - NDSU Pep Band!

Looking for a way to give back to the F-M community? Volunteer Network is hosting Serve with the Herd, a community service project day. Students can sign up for a minimum two-hour shift at a local non-profit organization. Free shirt and swag for participants

A rock painting experience where students can spread positivity and appreciation through art. Paint a rock with a kind message or image, then place it around campus to brighten someone’s day and help create a culture of gratitude.

Create your perfect “Bison themed” arrangement at Bison Blooms!

Think you’ve got Bison spirit and speed? Team up with a buddy and join the Roll Herd Race — a roller scooter relay where you’ll compete for Homecoming spirit points and ultimate bragging rights! Plus some Bison Swag for those who participate!

The time-honored tradition of the Blue Key Show continues, featuring the announcement of the 2026 Homecoming Court. Come enjoy the talents of NDSU’s students. Event free for students and $10 for all others.

Residence Life is partnering with Vitalant to host the Homecoming Blood Drive. Consider donating today. Register at ndsu.edu/residence-life/blooddrive.

Celebrate the Inauguration of President Stewart with a free community meal.

Stop in for a sweet treat and decorate your own bison cookie.

Celebrate Homecoming week with some NDSU trivia. Enjoy six rounds of trivia and free Snacks.

Celebrate Homecoming by shopping student-created products, meeting campus entrepreneurs and supporting the launch of NDSU's new Student-Made marketplace.

Stop by the NDSU Bookstore for discounts on NDSU gear and fun pop-up vendors from 8a - 6p or shop online at ndsu.bookstore.com

Students: stop by the contact tables outside the Bookstore wearing green and yellow and walk away with Bison Swag!

Grab your friends, wear your gear and fuel up for the big weekend — just $7 for all students, staff, faculty and guests.

Kick off Homecoming weekend with inflatable games, a DJ, food trucks and activities for the whole family at the Bison Bash.

Show off your school spirit by celebrating Homecoming during the parade. Join us as we kick off a weekend full of pride and excitement!

Saddle up for a night of Wild West fun! Gather your friends and take on exciting challenges, enjoy delicious snacks and drinks, and earn tickets for the chance to win awesome prizes. Throw on your favorite Western gear, bring your competitive spirit, and get ready for an evening filled with games, laughs, and frontier adventure! Prizes will be drawn at 10:30 p.m.

Need some new gear for homecoming? Stop by one of our THREE game day locations!

Join a student tailgate packed with free food, music and fun.

Movie Night Under the Stars is the perfect way to wrap up Homecoming festivities. Join us at Churchill Field to unwind and make memories under the stars.