Homecoming Information for Alumni

Homecoming 2026 | Celebrate with UW-Eau Claire Blugolds Oct. 2-3

Festivities include parade on Water St., the Blugold pregame fest and football game at Carson Park, plus many other activities and reunions. You won’t want to miss a minute of the festivities!

Friday, Oct. 2

Golden Blugold Celebration and Class of 1976 | 8:30 a.m. | Dakota Ballroom | Davies Center

It’s official—you graduated from UW-Eau Claire 50 years ago and now hold the honored distinction of GOLDEN BLUGOLD.

We’re eager to reminisce with you and all our Golden Blugolds in October 2026 to celebrate you!
Share memories of your years as a Blugold during this year’s Golden Blugold Celebration, mingle with fellow alumni and friends, and visit with Chancellor Ed Martini. Hosted by the UW-Eau Claire Alumni Association.

Take in the fall colors and see how the campus has been transformed in recent years.

REGISTER HERE by September 18, 2026

If you have questions, please contact the alumni office by sending an email message to alumni@uwec.edu.

Alumni Association Board of Directors meeting | 2 p.m.

Members of the UW-Eau Claire Alumni Association board of directors will meet on Friday, Oct. 3 at 2 p.m. Are you interested in becoming a board member? See the frequently asked questions about the board membership, the online board nomination form is available (Applications submitted by February 1st will be considered for the board term of the current year. Applications received after February 1st, will be considered for future board terms).

Liverpool Legends-The Complete Beatles Experience

Coming to Eau Claire to celebrate UWEC Homecoming, looking for something to do on Friday evening. Tickets available for the Liverpool Legends - The Complete Beatles Experience at the Pablo Center at the Confluence! Bings the music of The Beatles to life live on stage with note-for-note performances, vintage costumes, authentic instruments, and unforgettable energy.

Hand-picked by Louise Harrison, sister of George Harrison, this Grammy-nominated Beatles show has captivated audiences around the world, performing at world-renowned venues including Carnegie Hall, the Rose Bowl, and Auditorio Nacional in Mexico City.

From the early days of Beatlemania to the iconic hits of Abbey Road and Let It Be, Liverpool Legends takes audiences on a journey through the music that changed the world forever. Experience the sound, excitement, and timeless songs of The Beatles in one unforgettable evening! Ticket information!

UW-Eau Claire Greek Mixer

SAVE THE DATE-Friday, Oct. 2! Join other UWEC Greeks for the Alumni Homecoming Mixer! The event allows current and alumni members to connect while celebrating the UWEC Homecoming. We are excited to provide an opportunity for both alumni and current members to connect and share their experiences. The mixer will be hosted in The Cabin, W.R. Davies Student Union, Friday, Oct. 2, 7-9 p.m. appetizers will be provided and a cash bar of beer, wine and soda.

The event is free to all and includes hors d'oeuvres and a cash bar of beer, wine and soda. Casual attire is welcomed, as is wearing letters. Additionally, this year, we are asking alumni to join us in the Homecoming parade for the walking unit. Please indicate in the form if you would like to join our current members during this Homecoming event. The parade will be held on Saturday, October 3rd, starts at 10am (with participants asked to check in by 9am) and runs about 1 hour. More information will be sent out to those participating once the event comes closer. RSVP's are open through Friday, September 25th.

If you have questions, please contact the alumni office by sending an email message to Katy Rand, M.S. Ed., Senior Coordinator of Student Leadership Activities, Involvement, and Leadership

Please register here!

Saturday, Oct. 3

Saturday, Oct. 3 - Announcements

Free shuttles - 11 a.m. - 6 p.m., Water Street lot to Carson Park!

Free shuttles will run from the Water Street lot to Carson Park on a continuous loop.

Important bag policy for game: Given the expected size of the Homecoming event this year, the UW-Eau Claire Alumni Association and Blugold athletics are instituting a clear-bag policy for the football game in Carson Park. A limited number of clear bags will be available for purchase at Carson Park. Following are the policy guidelines:

Bags that are clear plastic, vinyl or PVC and do not exceed 12" x 6" x 12" or 30.5 x 15.25 x 30.5 cm. This includes clear backpacks, clear fanny packs and clear cinch bags that fit within the permissible dimensions.
Small, non-clear bags that do not exceed 4.5" x 6.5" in size, with or without a handle or strap, can be taken into the stadium with one of the clear plastic bags.
Prohibited bags and containers include, but are not limited to: coolers, briefcases, non-clear backpacks, non-clear fanny packs, non-clear cinch bags, luggage of any kind, computer bags, camera or binocular bags, or any non-clear bag larger than the permissible size (4.5" x 6.5").

Saturday, Oct. 3
Homecoming Events

10 a.m. | Homecoming Parade | Water St. - 2nd Ave. to Sonnentag Center

1 p.m. | UW-Eau Claire Blugolds Football Game | Carson Park | Purchase game tickets here for Blugolds vs. UW-Stevens Point

Questions on any events: call the alumni office at 715-836-3266 or email alumni@uwec.edu.

Oct. 3, 2026

UW-Eau Claire Nursing Breakfast

Come celebrate UW-Eau Claire Homecoming all nursing alumni, emeriti and faculty invited! More details available soon!

For more information

Check back to this page for additional Homecoming details as they are finalized. For more information, contact the alumni office at alumni@uwec.edu or 715-836-3266.