Jacksonville University: 2024 Homecoming & Family Weekend

Jacksonville University's Homecoming & Family Weekend is October 18-20, 2024. We hope you will make plans to join us for another PHINtastic weekend on campus! Registration is required for most events. If you do not see a ticket available for an event on the schedule below, registration is not required unless otherwise specified below.

Please be sure to retain a copy of your registration to confirm your itinerary for the weekend. While physical tickets are not required, it's always a good idea to keep your e-receipt if there are any questions at check-in.

For questions, please e-mail [email protected] or call (904) 256-7201. Online registration will close Monday, October 14*. More details including hotel information and disability accommodations can be found online at www.ju.edu/hcfw.

We can't wait to see you. PHINS UP!

*Please contact [email protected] regarding refunds. Refunds will be made on a case-by-case basis and will not be processed later than Monday, October 14.

**NEW Event for 2024 Homecoming

7:00 p.m. | Mock Rock

9:00 a.m. | Jacksonville University Campus Door Decorating Contest

5:00 p.m. | Student Juried Exhibition Opening

A favorite among participants and viewers, this juried showcase features undergraduate student work that reflects the contemporary pulse in art making of Northeast Florida. The eclectic exhibition consists of various media including animation, ceramics, computer generated images, drawings, film, glass art, graphic design, illustrations, photographs, prints, and sculpture. Awards are given for outstanding work.

6:00 p.m. | School of Aviation Alumni Dinner

**6:00 p.m. | Keigwin School of Nursing Alumni Dinner

6:30 p.m. | Pride Poetry Slam

7:00 p.m. | Women's Soccer vs EKU

7:00 a.m. | Row Across Florida with JU Rowing

**9:00 a.m. | Dolphin Talks

Come hear about the amazing and impactful work JU Dolphins are doing in our community.

**12:00 p.m. | Davis College Alumni Luncheon

The Davis College of Business & Technology is excited to welcome back Executive Alumni from the DBA, EMBA or other programs. Join us for lunch and networking with alumni, current DBA students, and faculty. The Executive Alumnus of the Year will be honored at the luncheon. To nominate someone for the award, please contact

12:00 p.m. | HCFW T-Shirt Pickup in Howard Administration

1:00 p.m. | Powderpuff Flag Football Tournament

Join our Greek organizations for a rapid flag football tournament featuring our sororities! Each sorority will have a small team of fraternity men as coaches. Entry is $3 per person and 100% of the proceeds will be donated to Pink Ribbon Jax with Pinktober Fest! Tickets can be purchased in person at the event.

**3:00 p.m. | Coffee with the Cabinet

Join President Tim Cost ('81) and University leadership to hear about updates and exciting new initiatives.

3:00 p.m. | Volleyball vs. Austin Peay

3:30 p.m. | St. Johns River Cruise

**4:00 p.m. | A Decade of Achievement: Celebrating 10 years of the MS in Speech Language Pathology program

This alumni reunion will celebrate the program's accomplishments over the last 10 years. Alumni, community partners, and donors are encouraged to attend.

5:30 p.m. | Party at the Plaza

7:30 p.m. | Phin Phever Basketball Tipoff and Alumni Awards Presentation

7:30 p.m. | Little Shop of Horrors (Musical)

The Linda Berry Stein College of Fine Arts and Humanities presents Little Shop of Horrors. Packed with catchy tunes, dark humor, and unexpected twists, this cult classic is a must-see for anyone craving a wildly entertaining theatrical experience. Tickets can be purchased at the Swisher Theater box office.

8:00 a.m. | Dolphin Row

9:00 a.m. | HCFW T-Shirt Pickup in Howard Administration

9:00 a.m. | Green Key Breakfast & Induction Ceremony

**10:00 a.m. | Parent & Pickleball Tournament

Celebrate the grand opening of our new pickleball courts with a parent and student pickleball tournament! Registration for a team (parent and student) includes a tournament shirt for all participants and a two-game guarantee. Water and pickleball paddles will be provided.

11:00 a.m. | Class of 1974 50th Reunion and Green & Gold Guard Induction

11:00 a.m. | Women's Lacrosse Alumni Game

11:30 a.m. | St. Johns River Cruise

11:30 a.m. | Public Policy Institute Homecoming Luncheon

**12:00 p.m. | Picnic on the Green

Join us for an elevated BBQ picnic lunch

12:30 p.m. | Stein College Honored Alumni Luncheon

1:00 p.m. | St. Johns River Cruise

**1:30 p.m. | Campus Crawl

Join us for an afternoon featuring beer tents and music at various locations around campus.

1:30 p.m. | Special Collection Exhibit

2:00 p.m. | Men's Lacrosse Alumni Game

5:00 p.m. | Volleyball vs. Lipscomb

5:00 p.m. | Homecoming Carnival & Tailgate

Join us for carnival games and a tailgate before cheering on Men's Soccer! Co-Sponsored by SGA.

6:00 p.m. | Men's Soccer vs. Queens

7:30 p.m. | Little Shop of Horrors (Musical)

The Linda Berry Stein College of Fine Arts and Humanities presents Little Shop of Horrors. Packed with catchy tunes, dark humor, and unexpected twists, this cult classic is a must-see for anyone craving a wildly entertaining theatrical experience. Tickets can be purchased at the Swisher Theater box office.

8:45 p.m. | Homecoming Fireworks

9:00 a.m. | Farewell Beach Brunch - Ponte Vedra Lodge & Club

1:00 p.m. | Women's Soccer vs. Bellermine

2:00 p.m. | Little Shop of Horrors (Musical)

The Linda Berry Stein College of Fine Arts and Humanities presents Little Shop of Horrors. Packed with catchy tunes, dark humor, and unexpected twists, this cult classic is a must-see for anyone craving a wildly entertaining theatrical experience. Tickets can be purchased at the Swisher Theater box office.

Visit the pop-up shop on campus at Howard Administration to pick up your order or purchase day-of during these times:

Friday, October 18 |12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. | HCFW T-Shirt Pickup in Howard Administration

Saturday, October 19 | 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. | HCFW T-Shirt Pickup in Howard Administration

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Jacksonville University, 2800 University Boulevard North, Jacksonville, United States