HOMECOMING
BLOCK PARTY

at the Bren

February 28, 2026

Welcome Home, Anteater Alumni!

Homecoming is where every Anteater belongs. Come celebrate the UC Irvine spirit that connects us all. Back by popular demand, the Block Party transforms Mesa Road into a lively hub of music, food and fun. Whether you’re cheering on the ‘Eaters, reconnecting with friends or exploring what’s new on campus, there’s something for everyone.

Join us for Homecoming Weekend: February 27 – March 1, 2026

Days
Hours
Minutes
Seconds

Find Your Way to Celebrate

Festival. Basketball. Campus Fun.

Choose the Homecoming experience
that’s right for you.

BROWSE TICKETS
white Ferris Wheel on orange background
FESTIVAL
white outline of guitar with musical notes on blue background
LIVE MUSIC
White outline of food truck on turquoise background
FOOD
ORANGE BACKGROUND WITH GAME OF DUCKS IN WHITE
FAMILY FUN ZONE
PEOPLE AT A BOOTH WITH A COVER ON TEAL BACKGROUND
SCHOOLS + UNITS
WHITE BURST OF FIREWORKS ON BLUE BACKGROUND
FIREWORKS
WHITE OUTLINE OF BASKETBALL ON ORANGE BACKGROUND
BASKETBALL

Homecoming Festival Participants

PEOPLE AT A BOOTH WITH A COVER ON TEAL BACKGROUND
SCHOOLS + UNITS
  • Charlie Dunlop School of Biological Sciences
  • Division of Continuing Education
  • Donald Bren School of Information and Computer Sciences
  • The Paul Merage School of Business
  • The Samueli School of Engineering
  • School of Education
  • School of Physical Sciences
  • School of Social Ecology
  • School of Social Sciences
  • Susan & Henry Samueli College of Health Sciences
  • ANTrepreneur Center
  • Center for Emeriti and Retirees
  • Class Celebrations
  • Engagement Programs
  • Esports
  • Jack & Shanaz Langson Institute & Museum of California Art
  • Parent and Family Engagement
  • Pediatric Exercise and Genomics Research Center

Get Your Exclusive Gift

UC Irvine Alumni Canvas Tote Bag


Be among the first 1,000 alumni or 500 students to check in at the registration tent and score a free UC Irvine Alumni twill hat!

ALUMNI

Free tote bag for the first 1,000 alumni to check in to the festival at the onsite registration tent.

STUDENTS

Free tote bag for the first 500 UC Irvine students to check in to the festival at the onsite registration tent.

PEOPLE AT A BOOTH WITH A COVER ON TEAL BACKGROUND
SCHOOLS + UNITS

Homecoming Festival Participants

  • Charlie Dunlop School of Biological Sciences
  • Division of Continuing Education
  • Donald Bren School of Information and Computer Sciences
  • The Paul Merage School of Business
  • The Samueli School of Engineering
  • School of Education
  • School of Physical Sciences
  • School of Social Ecology
  • School of Social Sciences
  • Susan & Henry Samueli College of Health Sciences
  • ANTrepreneur Center
  • Center for Emeriti and Retirees
  • Class Celebrations
  • Engagement Programs
  • Esports
  • Jack & Shanaz Langson Institute & Museum of California Art
  • Parent and Family Engagement
  • Pediatric Exercise and Genomics Research Center
PEOPLE AT A BOOTH WITH A COVER ON TEAL BACKGROUND
SCHOOLS + UNITS
dynamic group photo
family fun with bright presence
alumni chapters group photo with ferris wheel
alumni reunions
anteater generations
family fun
peter the anteater (wferris wheel)
booths at the park (research)
nighttime fireworks show

Thank You to Our Sponsors and Partners!

UC Irvine logo on top of the word Athletics
logo for postmates with logo and text

Contact us to explore sponsorship opportunities!

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