October 24
Columbia Homecoming Weekend 2026
We are excited to invite you back to Columbia this fall!
Columbia Homecoming 2026
Connect with fellow alumni, students, and friends on October 23-24 at Columbia Homecoming!
Kick off the weekend on Friday with our new Milestone Happy Hours.
On Saturday, join your Columbia family and friends at Baker Athletics Complex for Lunch Under the Tent — a tailgate-style lunch with carnival-style games and a guest DJ. Then, head over to the big game where Columbia takes on Dartmouth. The CEAA and CEYA will host their signature Boathouse Reception at 4 p.m. in the Gould-Remmer Boathouse after the game.
Register now for a fun-filled weekend!
Schedule of Events
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Friday, October 23
45th & 50th Reunion
Alumni Milestone Happy HourTime: 6 - 8 p.m.
Location: V&T Restaurant and Pizzeria, 1024 Amsterdam AveKick off Homecoming with fellow Columbia College alumni at a casual happy hour. Whether you recently celebrated a reunion, have one on the horizon, or fall somewhere in between, join classmates and friends from the milestone Classes of 1976, 1977, 1981 and 1982. Enjoy great company, appetizers and two drink tickets as we celebrate the Columbia connections that span the years.
Registration required
35th & 40th Reunion
Alumni Milestone Happy HourTime: 6 - 8 p.m.
Location: Arts & Crafts, 1135 Amsterdam AveKick off Homecoming with fellow Columbia College alumni at a casual happy hour. Whether you recently celebrated a reunion, have one on the horizon, or fall somewhere in between, join classmates and friends from the milestone Classes of 1986, 1987, 1991 and 1992. Enjoy great company, appetizers and two drink tickets as we celebrate the Columbia connections that span the years.
Registration required
25th & 30th Reunion
Alumni Milestone Happy HourTime: TBD
Location: TBDKick off Homecoming with fellow Columbia College alumni at a casual happy hour. Whether you recently celebrated a reunion, have one on the horizon, or fall somewhere in between, join classmates and friends from the milestone Classes of 1996, 1997, 2001 and 2002. Enjoy great company and a cash bar as we celebrate the Columbia connections that span the years.
Registration required
15th & 20th Reunion
Alumni Milestone Happy HourTime: 6 - 8 p.m.
Location: Amity Hall Uptown, 982 Amsterdam AveKick off Homecoming with fellow Columbia College alumni at a casual happy hour. Whether you recently celebrated a reunion, have one on the horizon, or fall somewhere in between, join classmates and friends from the milestone Classes of 2006, 2007, 2011 and 2012. Enjoy great company, appetizers and two drink tickets as we celebrate the Columbia connections that span the years.
Registration required
5th & 10th Reunion
Alumni Milestone Happy HourTime: 6 - 8 p.m.
Location: Amity Hall Uptown, 982 Amsterdam AveKick off Homecoming with fellow Columbia College alumni at a casual happy hour. Whether you recently celebrated a reunion, have one on the horizon, or fall somewhere in between, join classmates and friends from the milestone Classes of 2016, 2017, 2021 and 2022. Enjoy great company, appetizers and two drink tickets as we celebrate the Columbia connections that span the years.
Registration required
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Saturday, October 24
Lunch Under the Tent
Time: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Location: Baker Athletics Complex, 533 W 218th StBring your family and friends, and spend the afternoon with classmates. Enjoy finger foods, desserts, and a cash bar* and test your skills at cornhole, giant Jenga, and other family-friendly games, all while a DJ plays your favorite hits. Don’t forget to wear your Columbia Blue and pick up some swag for next year!
All Lunch Under the Tent tickets include a general admission football ticket, collected at lunch check-in. If you purchase the undergraduate student-priced ticket, CUID is required upon lunch check in.
*Cash bar will be open until 2:30 p.m. and lunch service will be open until 3:00 p.m., or while supplies last. Registration Required
Football: Columbia vs. Dartmouth
Time: 1:30 p.m. kickoff
Location: Robert K. Kraft Field, Baker Athletics Complex, 533 W. 218th St.Cheer on the Lions as they take on Dartmouth!
Football game tickets are included in Homecoming Tailgate registration. If you are not attending the Homecoming Lunch and only want to attend the football game, you must purchase separate tickets HERE.
All Columbia Athletic events are free for students with a valid Columbia University or Barnard College ID! Columbia students will use their IDs to swipe into football home games and do not need a physical ticket.
CEAA and CEYA's Signature Boathouse Reception
Time: 4 - 6 p.m.
Location: Gould-Remmer Boathouse, Baker Athletics ComplexJoin Columbia Engineering at the alumni-hosted homecoming celebration after the game. Enjoy food, refreshments, and mingle with your fellow alumni!
Please note this event is for guests 21+ with a valid government ID. Registration required.
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Homecoming 2023 & 2024
