October 23–25, 2026

Alumni
Homecoming

Reconnect with faculty and fellow alumni, cheer on the Gyrenes, and celebrate the mission that makes our community home.

A weekend made for coming home.

Come home to Ave Maria University for a joyful weekend celebrating the people, memories, and mission that make our community “home.”

Welcome reception with a distillery tasting
Alumni career panel featuring favorite alums
First-ever Alumni Awards at football halftime — honoring the classes of 2021, 2016, 2011, and 2006

One ticket covers every weekend event. Child tickets are for ages 3–12. Questions? Email meagan.schneider@avemaria.edu.

October 23–25, 2026

Adult Ticket$40

All weekend events · you or your spouse

Child Ticket$30

Ages 3–12

Subtotal$0.00

Choose at least one ticket to continue.

Tentative Schedule

More details and locations will be shared as the weekend approaches.

Friday

October 23

5:30 p.m.Alumni Reception

7:30 p.m.Athletics Hall of Fame Dinner

8:00 p.m.Alumni Frisbee Game

9:00 p.m.Ledo's After Party

Saturday

October 24

9:30 a.m.Pickleball

2:00 p.m.Alumni Career Success Panel opened by Dr. Dinan

3:00 p.m.Alumni Website Party and Networking Coffee Hour

6:00 p.m.Booster Tent Opens

7:00 p.m.Gyrene Football Kickoff

8:00 p.m.Alumni Awards Halftime

9:00 p.m.Ledo's After Party Buffet

Sunday

October 25

12:00–4:00 p.m.Alumni Beach Day at Lowdermilk

An unforgettable Homecoming at your Alma Mater — see you in October. Go Gyrenes!