Homecoming
University of Idaho Homecoming 2025
Oct. 5-11, 2025
Moscow, Idaho
Join the Vandal family for Homecoming 2025, our largest annual tradition celebrating U of I alumni, students, employees and the Moscow community. Experience a week filled with spirited events, reconnect with fellow Vandals and showcase your Vandal pride.
Homecoming week highlights
Sunday, Oct. 5
- Kickoff event on the Tower lawn
Monday through Thursday, Oct. 6-9
- Vandalize Moscow downtown businesses window painting
- Vandalize Campus office and living group decorating contests
- Student Jingles competition
- Blood drive and canned food drive
- Campus competitions
- Student activities
- Community engagement events
Friday, Oct. 10
Oktoberfest Tap the Keg
- Time: 3:30-7:30 p.m.
- Location: Dan O'Brien Track and Field Complex, Moscow campus
- Enjoy local brews, live music and festive fun.
- Purchase tickets (Ticket sales begin in a couple of weeks)
Women’s Volleyball
- Time: TBD
- Location: Memorial Gym
- Enjoy the fast-paced action.
Serpentine
- Time: About 8 p.m.
- Location: U of I Golf Course
- Join the traditional Vandal spirit walk.
Vandal Rally
- Time: TBD
- Location: P1FCU Kibbie Dome parking lot
- Celebrate Homecoming royalty crowing and enjoy the traditional bonfire.
Homecoming fireworks show
- Time: TBD
- Location: P1FCU Kibbie Dome parking lot
- Cap off the night with a spectacular fireworks display.
Saturday, Oct. 11
Homecoming parade
- Time: TBD
- Route: Main Street, downtown Moscow
- Enjoy floats, bands and community groups celebrating Vandal pride.
Vandal Village tailgate and pre-game celebration
- Time: 11 a.m. to kickoff
- Location: TBD
- Join fellow fans for food, games and entertainment before the game.
Vandal Football game
- Kickoff: 2 p.m.
- Location: P1FCU Kibbie Dome
- Cheer on the Vandals at the big Homecoming game.
Have questions? Reach out to the Homecoming Committee at homecoming@uidaho.edu.
Get involved
Homecoming Committee
The Homecoming Committee is a team of students from across campus who plan and host Homecoming Week events each year. Planning begins in the spring.
Stay tuned for this year's schedule and theme. Reach out to us at homecoming@uidaho.edu with any questions.
Explore Homecoming Committee positions
Homecoming president
This position leads the Homecoming Committee within the Student Alumni Relations Board (SARB) and University of Idaho. They work with the SARB advisor and other committee members to plan the week and guide the team.
Vice president of Homecoming
The main duty of the VP is to support the Homecoming president. Responsibilities may include scheduling meetings, managing committee communications and keeping committee members accountable. The VP promotes Homecoming and recruits new committee members.
Director of teams
This position promotes committee involvement and encourages student participation in Homecoming events. They work closely with judges and the points and prizes coordinator to align teams and visit living groups to build engagement.
Director of marketing
Working with the assistant director of community outreach, this position works to create special promotions and deals at local businesses during Homecoming Week. The director of marketing coordinates closely with the SARB advisor, UI Foundation marketing and communications and University Communications and Marketing to create and execute marketing plans.
Assistant director of philanthropy
This position partners with the Red Cross to coordinate the annual blood drive, identifies a community partner for the annual food drive and explores options for other philanthropic events.
Assistant director of fundraising
This position partners with the UI Foundation’s Annual Giving team to raise funds for the Homecoming fireworks show. This includes developing a fundraising appeal with the SARB advisor and UI Foundation marketing and communications, as well as managing other fundraising activities such as Koozie sales or promo parties.
Assistant director of Friday night events
This position helps develop, prepare for and set up Friday night events such as the Serpentine, fireworks show and Vandal Rally. They work closely with staff members in Alumni Relations, Parking and Facilities.
Merchandise coordinator
This position serves as the main contact for U of I Licensing and Trademarks to gain branding approval for Homecoming merchandise designs.
Public relations coordinator
By working with local Moscow businesses, this position coordinates the annual window painting competition and assigns student teams to storefronts.
Parade coordinator
This position is responsible for planning, coordinating and executing the annual Homecoming parade.
Royalty coordinator
This position manages the nomination and voting process for Homecoming royalty. Royalty coordinators are appointed, not nominated.
Judges, points and prizes coordinator
This position recruits and schedules judges for Homecoming events. Along with the director of teams, this position manages team points.
2025 Homecoming Committee applications
Applications are now open for the 2025 Homecoming Committee. If you're interested in getting involved, email homecoming@uidaho.edu.
Vandal Alumni
Vandal alumni are always encouraged to participate as judges for Homecoming royalty, Vandalize Campus, Vandalize Moscow, Jingles, Most Vandalized Fan and the parade. Royalty interviews are typically over Zoom, so you can participate from anywhere. Alumni interested in judging any of these events are encouraged to sign up. Become an alumni judge.
Students and campus organizations
All students are welcome to participate in all Homecoming festivities and competitions. A sign-up sheet will be posted at the start of the fall semester.
Celebrate Homecoming with the Vandal Marching Band
High school bands are invited to participate in the Homecoming parade and join the Vandal Marching Band for the pregame show.
Registration is open now. Learn more about playing with the Vandal Marching Band during Homecoming.