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Homecoming

Seven individuals in casual attire walk forward, several holding up maroon and gold flags (guidons).

Homecoming 2026 is scheduled for October 14-18, 2026. 

Browse down this page to see the planned dates of future Homecoming Weekends.

Banner with swirls left and right of red, white, and white stars on blue. Center in Norwich University logo and the text: Celebrating 207 of the Nation's 250 years.

Homecoming 2026 will be packed with special events that pay tribute to Norwich’s traditions, celebrate our alumni, and bring the NU family together. All alumni and friends are encouraged to attend!

This year we will be honoring class years ending in 1 and 6 and welcoming the Class of 1976 into the esteemed Old Guard.

See the Homecoming schedule of events.

Mid-October is a busy time for visitors to Vermont! You’ll want to book your lodging today.

Annual Homecoming Highlights:

Thursday

  • Alumni/Student Networking Social


Friday

  • Joe Sabol Memorial Golf Tournament
  • Bonds of Gold – Legacy Ring Melt
  • Harmon Memorial Wall Ceremony
  • Corps of Cadets Review with Retreat

Saturday 

  • Alumni Parade
  • NU Cadets Football
  • Food trucks and 14th Star Beer Garden
  • Reunion Class Dinners (various locations)


Sunday

  • NU Athletic Hall of Fame Induction Brunch
A B-2 Spirit bomber flies over the Norwich University Homecoming crowd

September 18-21

Recap: Homecoming 2025

Highlights included the Friday night 30th Anniversary of the School of Architecture + Art, an All-Class Dance Party, and a rousing victory for Norwich football ...complete with pre-game B-2 Spirit flyover!

See the Homecoming Recap