UMBC Families

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As one of our favorite annual traditions, UMBC Homecoming gives parents, siblings, grandparents, and the whole family the perfect opportunity to get to know the UMBC community and spend quality time together. Enjoy fun and educational activities for the whole family while learning more about your student’s experience at UMBC. From the Parent & Family Breakfast, GRIT-X, Carnival, and the UMBC soccer game, there will be something for everyone to enjoy.

Get connected and stay informed on ticket availability and other family events through the UMBC Family portal. More events will be posted throughout September.

 

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Oct
5

Homecoming Bonfire

Kick off Homecoming 2025 with a campus favorite!

Location

Erickson Field

Date & Time

October 5, 2025, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm

Description

Kick off Homecoming with a campus favorite - the bonfire! Come out to Erickson Field for give aways and UMBC spirit. The bonfire will be lit around 6:45 p.m. This is a free and family-friendly...
People standing around a bonfire at night on Erickson Field at UMBC

Oct
6

Homecoming Hype

Get ready for Homecoming 2025!!

Location

The Commons : Terrace

Date & Time

October 6, 2025, 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

Description

(seb) can't wait to get student's hyped for Homecoming 2025!  Bring your ID to receive the official 2025 Homecoming shirt (plus all the other surprises we have in store for you). While supplies...
UMBC Dance Team with black and gold pom-poms raise their arms and cheer on UMBC campus.

Oct
8

Staff and Faculty Social

This is the only staff and faculty EXCLUSIVE event!

Location

On Campus

Date & Time

October 8, 2025, 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Description

This is the only staff and faculty exclusive homecoming event!  Come socialize with some colleagues and enjoy some tasty appetizers. Wine and beer will be available for purchase. RSVP via myUMBC.
Three UMBC staff standing around a cocktail table wearing black and gold at the UMBC Homecoming faculty and staff social.

Oct
9

GRIT-X Talks & Reception

Location

Fine Arts : Recital Hall

Date & Time

October 9, 2025, 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Description

We invite you to listen and learn as some of UMBC’s most intriguing faculty and alumni minds enlighten us. After the talks, enjoy a post-event reception  with featured speakers.  Stay tuned...
UMBC's Center for Real-time Distributed Sensing and Autonomy student researchers leading a demonstration of their autonomous robots.

Oct
9

Retriever Madness

Location

Chesapeake Employers Insurance Arena

Date & Time

October 9, 2025, 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm

Description

All students, staff, and faculty are invited to this high energy event! Retriever Madness serves as a collaboration between UMBC Athletics, Recreation, Physical Education and Campus Life. Come...

Oct
10

Global Crafts & Snacks

Location

Erickson Field : Alumni & Friends Tent

Date & Time

October 10, 2025, 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Description

Join the Center for Global Engagement for a fun filled Friday evening! Taste your way around the world at our snack bar and get creative with some crafts from different parts of the globe. This...