Student musician plays with the band at Homecoming football game

Homecoming

Tartans are coming home this fall to celebrate Carnegie Mellon's annual Homecoming Weekend, Nov. 6-8! Alumni, parents and guests join students, faculty, and staff for a weekend of family friendly events that kick off with Spirit Day on Friday and concludes with a Tartan football game.

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Featured Events

There's something for everyone during Homecoming Weekend. Explore featured events below, and register now.

Homecoming Spirit Day

Stop by The Cut for zipline, games, food freebies, activities and giveaways to get in the spirit of Homecoming Weekend.

Diwali 

Mayur SASA’s Diwali celebration is open to all and features performances, South Asian buffet, henna, photobooth and more.

CMU Alumni Awards

Honor members of the CMU community who have had an impact on their fields, communities and people around the world.

Football Game with Tailgate Activities 

Enjoy food trucks, inflatables, games, student performances, kid's activities and more as we cheer the Tartans to victory.

Power of Possibilities President’s Lecture and 125th Anniversary Kickoff 

Feature CEO and co-founder of Duolingo and CMU alumnus Luis von Ahn.

Organization Meetings and Receptions 

Check out the schedule to find out which student and alumni organizations are gathering this weekend!

 

Highlights from Homecoming 2024

During a picture-perfect fall weekend on campus, thousands of members of the Tartan community gathered to reconnect and celebrate their CMU pride.

Carnegie Mellon Homecoming 2024

More highlights:

The 2024 Alumni Awards honored members of the CMU community, all of whom have made an impact on their industries, their communities, their alma mater and others' lives around the world.

The 2024 Athletic Hall of Fame recognized the contributions of student-athletes, administrators, coaches and supporters while inspiring the university community through the celebration of excellence.