With just a week until Homecoming, the Brock community is gearing up for packed weekends of celebrations, activities and reunions.

Grads and students, along with their families, will gather for a packed schedule of on-campus and virtual events from Friday, Sept. 19 to Sunday, Sept. 21.

The weekend kicks off with a coffee hour for alumni faculty and staff at 9 a.m. and Brock’s beloved Grape Stomp at noon on Sept. 19. The iconic — and messy — tradition takes place from noon to 1 p.m. in Jubilee Court.

The first day of Homecoming wraps up with the 26th annual Steel Blade Classic hockey game at the Meridian Centre where the Badgers men’s hockey team will face off against long-time rivals the Guelph Gryphons. Alumni VIP ticket holders will enjoy an exclusive vantage point from the Meridian Centre’s fourth-floor lounge, featuring private bar service and complimentary stadium-style snacks.

Saturday, Sept. 20 features a meditation class; the Badger Brunch; family-friendly activities, including a reading by a children’s author and swimming; and live music at Cat’s Caboose for Pub Night. Alumni from the classes of 1975 and 2000 will also be honored during a special pinning ceremony and reception.

For grads who can’t make it home to campus this year, the weekend includes a webinar on artificial intelligence and a digital Zumba class.

Tips for first-time Homecoming attendees:

• Register early, especially for VIP experiences and reunion activities.
• Show some Badger pride by wearing Brock-branded apparel.
• Plan ahead by reviewing the full schedule and mapping out activities of interest.
• Connect with the Alumni Relations team in the Rankin Family Pavillion throughout the weekend to check in, grab some swag and ask questions.
• Explore changes on campus with a guided tour.
• Follow Brock Alumni on social media for updates and use #brockualumni and #brockhomecoming2025 to share highlights of the weekend.

Visit brocku.ca/homecoming for a full schedule of events and registration information.