Homecoming & Family Weekend

Join us for Homecoming & Family Weekend 2026 as Blue Devils of all generations celebrate Central pride, connect with friends, and create new memories.

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Weekend Schedule

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Thursday, October 8

Friday, October 9

Saturday, October 10

*Accessible Parking

If you require accessible parking for the Pavilion Party or Blue Devil Brunch, please email Kristen Gordon by October 5.

Accessible parking will be available behind Robert Vance Residence Hall.

Hotel Information

Hampton Inn & Suites Hartford/Farmington

301 Colt Highway 
Farmington, CT 06032 
$189 + tax per night

To Make Your Reservation

Call 1-860-674-8488 (mention CCSU Homecoming)  
or click to make an online reservation .  
Room Rate available until September 17, 2026.

Homewood Suites by Hilton 

2 Farm Glen Boulevard  
Farmington, CT 06032  
$289 + tax per night

To Make Your Reservation

Call 1-860-321-0000 (mention CCSU Homecoming)  
or click to make an online reservation .  
Room rate available until September 17, 2026.

Homecoming & Family Weekend, October 8-10

Community Cookout

  • When: Thursday, October 8 • 5 - 7 p.m.
  • Location: Davidson Front Lawn
  • Open to Everyone

Alumni Athletic Hall of Fame Dinner

  • When: Thursday, October 8 • 6 - 9 p.m.
  • Location: Alumni Hall, Student Center
  • Open to Everyone

The 2026 Inductees

Coming Soon!

Homecoming Student Social

  • When: Thursday, October 8 • 8 - 11 p.m.
  • Location: Student Center Circle, outside
  • Open to Students

Get into the spirit of homecoming with a fun festival of activities, free food, music, and giveaways. Join the Brazen Blue Devils, Central Activities Network, Inter-Residence Council, and the Student Government Association for the best event of the fall semester.

50th Reunion for Class of 1976

  • When: Friday, October 9 • 12 - 5:45 p.m.
  • Open to Alumni

Includes a welcome luncheon, campus tour, and optional activities.

Class of 1976, click here for a full list of activities and to register.

Nine-Hole Golf Tournament benefitting Women's Swimming and Diving

  • When: Friday, October 9 • 2 p.m.
  • Location: Stanley Golf Course
  • Open to Everyone

Women's Volleyball Game vs. Fairleigh Dickinson University

  • When: Friday, October 9 • 6 p.m.
  • Location: Detrick Gymnasium
  • Open to Everyone

CCSU Alumni Pavilion Party

  • When: Friday, October 9 • 6 - 9:30 p.m.
  • Location: CCSU Alumni Pavilion Behind end zone of Arute Field
  • Open to Alumni

Celebrate Homecoming with alumni from multiple generations at the CCSU Alumni Pavilion!

Enjoy food, drinks, and the official ribbon-cutting of the newly constructed brick wall. Be among the first to see the more than 200 personalized bricks purchased by alumni and friends of Central, each representing a lasting legacy and commitment to the university.

Pre-Game Pep Rally

  • When: Friday, October 9 • 8:30 - 10 p.m.
  • Location: Arute Stadium
  • Open to Students

Let's support our fellow students who help us get excited to be a Blue Devils. We will have performances by dance, cheer, and more!

Radio Club Reunion

  • When: Saturday, October 10 • 8:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.
  • Location: WFCS, Student Center
  • Open to Alumni

Stop by the radio station, pour a cup of coffee, and reconnect with the WFCS community.

Blue Devil Brunch

  • When: Saturday, October 10 • 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
  • Location: CJ Huang Recreation Center
  • Open to Everyone

Start your morning with a delicious buffet brunch.

Relax, reminisce, and reconnect with fellow alumni as we celebrate the enduring Blue Devil spirit!

Fun Fest

  • When: Saturday, October 10 • 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
  • Location: Gallaudet/May/Sheridan/Vance Quad
  • Open to Everyone

After brunch walk over to Fun Fest for treats, and to browse the Blue Crew tents for all your game-day gear, and other family-friendly activities. There's something for Blue Devils of every age to enjoy before heading to the big game.

Campus Tour

  • When: Saturday, October 10 • 11 a.m.
  • Location: Meet your guide at the Brunch in the CJ Huang Recreation Center.
  • Open to Everyone

See what's new and what has stayed the same on campus. Join our experienced student guides and rediscover the place you once called home.

Men's Football Game Vs. American International College

  • When: Saturday, October 10 • 1 p.m.
  • Location: Arute Field
  • Open to Everyone

Football tickets can be purchased through the Athletics website .

Women's Basketball Practice

  • When: Saturday, October 10 • 9 a.m.
  • Open to Everyone

Recent Alumni Hangout: The Blue Zone

  • When: Saturday, October 10 • 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
  • Where: Blue Zone in Arute Lot
  • Open to Alumni
  • Alumni from classes of 2016-2026 are invited to stop by. There will be coffee/matcha from Hasta Luego Friend Coffee and activities. Registration is not required.

Perspectives on Earle Brown at 100

  • When: Friday, October 9th • 9 a.m. - 8:30 p.m.
  • Location: Founders Hall (Davidson Hall)
  • Open to everyone
  • This is a centennial celebration of the American composer Earle Brown. Events are scheduled throughout the day, including presentations, panels, and concerts. Free and open to the public. For more information, including a full schedule:
    https://earlebrown100.carrd.co/