Homecoming 2023 events
Homecoming Kick-Off
Jean Hower Taber Student Union
11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
The first 600 students get a free Homecoming & Family Weekend t-shirt and Zippy Cookies.
Men’s Soccer – Akron vs. Northern Kentucky
FirstEnergy Stadium
7 p.m.
The first 500 students in attendance will get a free scarf from Athletics! Zip card required for giveaway.
Cookout on Coleman Common
Coleman Common
5-7 p.m.
Enjoy food and drinks, slime Homecoming Royalty, play yard games, get your gameday button, and more!
Women’s Volleyball – Akron vs. Eastern Michigan
James A. Rhodes Arena
6 p.m.
Women’s Soccer – Akron vs. Western Michigan
FirstEnergy Stadium
7 p.m.
Women’s Volleyball – Akron vs. Central Michigan
James A. Rhodes Arena
6 p.m.
Alumni Band Reunion
Missing Falls Brewery
6 p.m.
Varsity “A” Hall of Fame: Class of 2023 Induction
InfoCision Stadium – 5th Floor
6:30 p.m.
LeBron James Family Foundation School of Education 100+ Years Celebration
Zook Hall
11:00 a.m – 3:00 p.m.
Join The LeBron James Family Foundation School of Education as they celebrate 100+ years during the 100th Homecoming Weekend at The University of Akron. The celebration will include events and activities for all ages. For more information and to RSVP .
“Forever a Zip” Homecoming Tailgate
11:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Before the big game, join us at the “Forever a Zip” Homecoming Tailgate located in Lot 10 (behind Stile Athletics Field House). Admission is free!
Gather with fellow Zips in a family friendly atmosphere with food trucks, live music from the Cover Band Akron, games, inflatables and more. All pre-sale, 100th Homecoming commemorative t-shirts can be picked up at the tailgate, and a limited number of shirts will be available for purchase day of.
Men’s Soccer – Akron vs. DePaul
FirstEnergy Stadium
12 p.m.
Football – Akron vs. Northern Illinois
InfoCision Stadium – Summa Field
3:30 p.m.
Purchase tickets to the Zips football game
Homecoming Game Discounted Tickets:
Watch the Akron Zips vs. Northern Illinois Huskies at 3:30 p.m. on Saturday. Get your tickets below.
Promo Code: WEEKEND23
Students get in free with Zip Card!