WMU cheer team at Homecoming

WMU Homecoming Weekend is 2026

Welcome home, Broncos! Join us Oct. 9 and 10 for Western's annual homecoming game, tailgate and activities. 

Homecoming events and schedule

WMU Homecoming weekend is happening Friday, Oct. 9, and Saturday, Oct. 10, 2026, bringing alumni, students, families and fans back to campus for a weekend of Bronco pride. Whether you're visiting from afar for the first time in years or you never miss a fall on campus, there's something for everyone-from tailgates and the big game to performances, reunions and celebrations.

Browse the calendar below to see what's happening throughout the weekend, including the Bronco Marching Band's annual homecoming celebration and Broncopalooza, the alumni tailgate on the Heritage Hall Grand Lawn. Check back here often, as new events are added leading up to the big weekend.

WMU Football in their gold uniforms vs. Kent State

Buy tickets for the homecoming football game

WMU hosts Kent State on Saturday Oct. 10 for Homecoming/Hall of Fame Weekend
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Cartoon Buster stands next to WMU Alumni Association's Broncopalooza

WMU Alumni Homecoming Tailgate

Join us for Broncopalooza, the WMU Alumni Homecoming Tailgate ahead of the game on Oct. 9 from noon to 3 p.m. We will have food, friendship and fanfare!
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Events

There is plenty more happening homecoming weekend. Check out our list of events.

College of Health and Human Services 50th Anniversary Golden Gala

Date: Oct. 9
Time: 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Location: Fetzer Center

6th Annual Bronco Marching Band Homecoming Weekend

Date: Friday, Oct. 9 — 7 to 9 p.m.
Saturday, Oct. 10 — 12 to 5 p.m.
Location: WMU Richmond Center for Visual Arts Lobby
Bronco Marching Band alumni, join us for the 6th Annual Bronco Marching Band Homecoming Weekend Oct. 9 and 10, 2026.

Broncopalooza 2026: WMU Alumni Homecoming Tailgate

Date: Oct. 10
Time: 12 to 3 p.m.
Location: Heritage Hall Grand Lawn
Join us for the WMU Alumni Homecoming Tailgate on Oct. 10, 2026.
Plan your trip! Fun awaits you in Kalamazoo.

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