Homecoming 2026
October 1-4, 2026
Join us for Homecoming! Whether you are an alum, current student, or friend of Saint Francis, you are welcome to participate in our Homecoming events. View the schedule below and join in the Cougar spirit!
Schedule of Events
All events are open to alumni and friends.
Thursday, October 1
Alumni Awards Ceremony
Celebrate our distinguished Alumni Award winners and learn more about how the University of Saint Francis is impacting Fort Wayne and beyond.
Time: 7–9 p.m.
Location: San Damiano Hall (North Campus) Auditorium
Friday, October 2
All-Stakeholders Day of Service
Celebrate the Year of St. Francis by signing up for All-Stakeholders Day of Service. With various service opportunities available throughout the city, serve your neighbor with your fellow Cougars.
Time: 8 a.m.–3 p.m.
Location: Various locations throughout campus and Fort Wayne
All Stakeholders Day of Service Celebration and Little Regatta
Attend one of the university’s most adored traditions! Cheer on our Saint Francis students as they compete for glory in the Little Regatta boat race, beginning at 4 p.m.
Little Regatta is hosted by the Student Activities Council.
Time: 3–6 p.m.
Location: Oratory of St. Francis Piazza
Saturday, October 3
Alumni Mass with the Football Team
Students, alumni, staff, faculty and friends can kick off Homecoming Saturday by joining our football team at Mass.
Time: 9–10 a.m.
Location: Oratory of St. Francis
Donuts at the Gallery
Experience our esteemed art gallery while enjoying a tasty treat! Celebrate the Year of St. Francis with our Creative Arts Department and view our acclaimed art pieces.
The Weatherhead Gallery will be open 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Time: 10 a.m.–12 p.m.
Location: Mimi and Ian Rolland Art Center Weatherhead Gallery
Saint Francis Football vs. St. Francis (IL)
Cheer on the Cougars football team! We’ll celebrate the 10 year reunion of the 2016 NAIA football national championship team with an on-field recognition ceremony at halftime.
An alumni tent will be set up in the Stadium and commemorative Homecoming towels will be handed out.
Time: 1 p.m.
Location: Bishop D’Arcy Stadium
Transitus
Celebrate the Year of St. Francis by participating in a special Transitus prayer service commemorating his passing into eternal life.
Time: 5:30 p.m.
Location: Oratory of St. Francis
Saint Francis Women’s Soccer vs Mount Vernon
Conclude Homecoming Saturday by rooting for the Saint Francis women’s soccer team as they face Mount Vernon.
Time: 7 p.m.
Location: Bishop D’Arcy Stadium
Sunday, October 4
Mass
Join us to celebrate the Feast of St. Francis!
Time: 11 a.m.
Location: Oratory of St. Francis
Welcome Back, Alumni!
We are so excited to host you back on campus. Please feel free to walk around campus and discover how Saint Francis continues to innovate and grow. View the campus map to plan your visit and make the most of Homecoming!
Show Your Homecoming Spirit!
Celebrate Homecoming with the latest Saint Francis apparel. Shop the Campus Store online.
