With less than two months to go until Homecoming weekend on Oct. 18-20, more than 1,700 alumni and guests have already registered.
People from across Canada and around the world are returning to explore the campus and reconnect with the university, current students, former classmates, friends, professors, and the Kingston community.
“Homecoming is a wonderful time to celebrate the remarkable achievements of our alumni and the profound impact Queen’s has had on their lives and the world," says Chief Advancement Officer Michelle Fuko. "I invite everyone to join us in recognizing the ways our alumni are shaping the future, as well as exploring the exciting changes on campus. From groundbreaking research to transformative experiences, Queen’s is not only solving real-world challenges but also empowering a global network of leaders who are driving change in their communities and beyond.”
This year we celebrate milestone reunions for alumni who graduated in years ending in four and nine, as well as the Tricolour Guard (alumni celebrating 50 years or more since graduation), who can attend a reception and dinner from 5-9 pm on Oct. 19.
There are more than 65 official events listed on the Homecoming website happening over the Oct. 18-20 weekend. Be sure to register before the Oct. 1 deadline.
Show your spirit
Be sure to start your weekend with a stop at Grant Hall on Oct. 18 from 1-6 pm or Oct. 19 from 8 am – noon for Welcome and Check-in. Don’t miss Spirit Corner on Oct. 19 for a family-friendly way to prepare for the big game.
This year’s football game sees Queen’s taking on the Waterloo Warriors, and the Tricolour Guard will be honoured during the halftime parade on Saturday, Oct. 19.
Family fun
Fall Harvest Alumni Gathering (Benidickson Field, Oct. 19, 11 am – 2 pm): The third edition of this family-friendly gathering is an Instagram-worthy chance to explore Kingston artisans, live music, face painting, lawn games, a scavenger hunt, food trucks, and a pop-up vendor market. This event is free and celebrates the best of the fall season.
Most faculties, schools, and many departments are offering open houses on Oct. 19.
New to the program
Distinguished Service Awards 2024 reception (Isabel Bader Centre for Performing Arts, Oct. 17, 5:30-7:30 pm): Join the celebration and help recognize the outstanding contributions of this year’s recipients of the Distinguished Service Awards.
Five Year Reunion Coffee Up (Common Ground Coffeehouse, Oct. 19, 10 am - noon): The Five Year Coffee Up is the perfect meeting place for you and your classmates to grab a complimentary coffee or tea.
To connect directly with your old classmates, many schools and faculties are hosting their own breakfast events, meet and greets, and pub nights. Returning classes have scheduled individual reunion activities throughout the weekend. Visit Homecoming 2024 for more details.
Homecoming has always been an important tradition at Queen’s. The first Homecoming was held in 1926 and was attended by 870 graduates.
