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Homecoming 2025

University of Guelph Homecoming 2025

Mark your calendars because Homecoming 2025 is just around the corner! On Saturday, October 4th, 2025 come show your #GryphonPride and cheer on the Guelph Gryphons as they take on the Queen's Gaels for the biggest football game of the year.

This annual tradition joins alumni, students, faculty, and staff alike to celebrate and show their U of G spirit, enjoy a live halftime show, food trucks and more!

Share your homecoming memories with us on social with #GuelphHoco2025!

Featured Events

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Guelph Gryphons vs. Queen's Gaels Football Game

Join us at Alumni Stadium as we cheer on the Guelph Gryphons as they face off against the Queen's Gaels.

Saturday, October 4th, 2025
Gates open: 11:00am
Kick-off starts: 1:00pm
Location: Alumni Stadium, University of Guelph

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Alumni End Zone Party

Reconnect with old friends and join the U of G community at the Alumni Endzone to cheer on the Guelph Gryphons. Grads and their guests will receive one drink ticket, food, a ticket to watch the game in an exclusive area for alumni, and your own Alumni sunglasses to take home after the game! Break out your Gryphon's colours and get ready for an unforgettable day!

11:00am - 4:00pm
Alumni Stadium, South End Zone

Students

Students

Join the U of G community and cheer on your fellow Gryphons!
If you choose to celebrate, stay safe this Homecoming and Be Prepared in case of an emergency.

Homecoming in the News

Story: U of G Alumni Returning to Campus for Homecoming

Football Game-Day Parking

Lang Way is closed. Parking is available in lots P19 and P17. Accessibility parking is available along Hersey Lane. There is no fee to park on weekends. View the Parking Map and Directions

Safety on Campus

We are excited to welcome visitors to the Guelph campus for Homecoming weekend. To help ensure your safety and the safety of others, please register for our U of G Alerts to receive notifications and instructions on how to respond in the event there is an emergency incident on campus.

U of G Alerts