Special Alumni Ticket and Food Voucher Offer
The University of Akron Alumni Association is offering an $8 discounted ticket to the Saturday, Oct. 5 Homecoming football game. Each ticket comes with a stadium concessions voucher for 1 hot dog and 1 24oz drink courtesy of the Alumni Association! To purchase tickets, please call 1-888-99-AKRON and mention the Alumni Ticket Deal.
Welcome back!
It's a great year to come home to Akron on Saturday, Oct. 5. Alumni, consider arriving early on campus to walk the brick pathways from your days here. See for yourself the amazing improvements that have transformed your campus over the last decade. While much has changed, much remains the same, and you will relive memories from your college days as you stroll around. Then get to InfoCision Stadium-Summa Field before kickoff to catch the marching band and the pregame festivities.
Alumni, Zips fans and the community — join us for Homecoming, see the new face of UA and become a part of this year's history and excitement. It's a great year to come home to Akron.
Events for Wednesday, Oct. 2
We The Kings in concert
Free for UA students only with valid Zipcard (admits 2)
We The Kings is an American pop rock group from Florida. Their self-titled full-length debut album included platinum single Check Yes Juliet. Their second album Smile Kid included the top 40 singles We’ll Be A Dream and Heaven Can Wait. They are currently on Tour promoting their newest single Just Keep Breathing.
Sponsored by ZPN & E.J. Thomas Hall
For more information visit uaevents.com
Events for Saturday, Oct. 5
UA5K
The 2nd Annual UA5K will take place on campus at 8 a.m. Learn more and register.
ZipsFest
Make your way over to ZipsFest from 11:45 a.m.-1:30 p.m. ZipsFest is the official pre-game destination for all Zips fans. Featuring inflatable games, prizes, balloon art, face painting, photo opportunities, food options and live music, ZipsFest has something for Akron fans of all ages. All activities are located on Vine Street, between InfoCision Stadium – Summa Field and the Stile Athletics Field House.
Roo Walk
At noon, join other Zips fans in welcoming the football team off the buses at the Roo Walk.
Faculty & Staff Picnic
Join your fellow Faculty, Staff, and Retirees for the annual picnic as a part of The University of Akron’s Homecoming festivities! Bring your family and friends for a day full of food, fun and football! See the Faculty & Staff Picnic page for more information.
Homecoming Football Game
Head into InfoCision Stadium–Summa Field for the Homecoming football game against Ohio University. Game begins at 2 p.m.
Special Alumni Ticket and Food Voucher Offer
The University of Akron Alumni Association is offering an $8 discounted ticket in GA 109. Each ticket comes with a stadium food voucher for 1 hot dog and 1 24oz drink courtesy of the Alumni Association! To purchase tickets, please call 1-888-99-AKRON and mention the “Alumni Ticket Deal.”
Varsity "A" Monogram Day Clambake
The Varsity “A” Association is hosting its first annual Clambake on campus. The Clambake will begin at 5 p.m. or immediately following the football game. Learn more and register.
Mens Soccer vs. Hartwick
After the football game, make your way over to First Energy Stadium–Cub Cadet Field and cheer on your national ranked Akron Zips Men’s Soccer team as they play host to Hartwick at 7 p.m.
To purchase tickets, please call the Athletics Ticket Office at 1-888-99-AKRON, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
