The Eagle Invasion: DC 2025

Join the NCCU Metro DC Alumni Chapter for a full weekend of fellowship, pride, and Eagle spirit as we face off against Howard University. From mixers to tailgates to worship, this is your chance to rep maroon & gray in the Capital City.

📍 Blackburn Center @ Howard University | ⏰ 5 P.M.

Kick off the weekend with Eagle pride and festive vibes! Enjoy a DJ, photobooth, themed treats, raffle giveaways, remarks from NCCU leadership and Athletics — plus a Best Eagle Pride Outfit Contest!

🎟️ RSVP separately at

📍 Blackburn Center @ Howard University | ⏰ 1 P.M.

Turn the Blackburn Center into a sea of gray before kickoff ! Join us for the official Gray Out with catered food, a live DJ, raffles, and Eagle energy to fuel up for game day.

🏈 Football Game Kickoff: 3:30 P.M. @ Greene Stadium

🎟️ Tailgate Ticket Options:

• Free Entry (No Meal) – Includes event access, music, raffles, and fellowship.

• With Meal ($10) – Includes catered food, beverages, and a meal wristband at check-in.

🎟️ A limited number of football game tickets will also be available for purchase through this Eventbrite page soon.

Wear gray, bring the energy, and rep the Nest all day long!

📍 Hemingway Memorial AME Church | ⏰ 10 A.M.

Close the weekend in worship and unity with Eagle Nation at Hemingway Memorial AME Church, led by alumnus Rev. Krishnan Natesan. A time of reflection, thanks, and fellowship with fellow Eagles.

🕊️ Come as you are — all are welcome. Alumni are encouraged to wear maroon & gray or other NCCU branded attire.

🎟️ Optional RSVP ticket available here on Eventbrite.

Choose your tickets by day:

• Friday Mixer (Free) – RSVP at
• Saturday Gray Out Tailgate (Free or $10 With Meal) – Select ticket above
• Sunday Worship (Free) – Select optional RSVP above

🎟️ A limited number of football game tickets will also be available for purchase through this page soon.

• The Friday Mixer requires a separate RSVP at bit.ly/NCCUMixer2025.
• Saturday Gray Out Tailgate offers two ticket types — Free Entry (No Meal) or $10 With Meal (includes catered food).
• Football game tickets will be available for purchase on this Eventbrite page soon (limited quantity).

• Wear Gray on Saturday for the official “Gray Out.”
• Share your Eagle Pride on social using #NCCUEagleInvasionDC2025.

We’ve secured discounted hotel rates for alumni attending Eagle Invasion DC 2025. Rooms must be reserved no later than October 12 to secure the discounted rate. Rates are valid Thursday, October 30 – Sunday, November 2.

If you experience any issues booking your room, please reach out — we’ll be happy to help troubleshoot or make adjustments quickly.

1400 M Street NW | Approx. 3 miles from Howard University

💰 $149 per night (plus tax)

Discounted Overnight Parking: $42

• – 17 minutes from Howard 💰 $149/night (plus tax) | Street and Self-Parking Available
• – approx. 10 minutes from Howard💰 $199/night (plus tax) | Parking not included | Includes access to Morrow’s District Pass + waived destination fee

Info: Blackburn Center @ Howard University. Kick off Eagle Invasion DC 2025 with music, treats, raffles, and updates from NCCU leadership and Athletics. Free admission — RSVP at bit.ly/NCCUMixer2025.

Info: Blackburn Center @ Howard University. Turn the Atrium into a sea of gray! Enjoy catered food, a DJ, raffles, and game-day energy to fuel up before kickoff. Wear gray, bring the energy, and rep the Nest. $10 Tailgate Ticket (food included).

Info: Greene Stadium, Howard University. Kickoff at 3:30 PM. Cheer on the Eagles as they take on the Bison in the Capital City. Wear your maroon and gray, bring your energy, and support NCCU in one of the biggest HBCU matchups of the year. Game tickets sold separately (limited quantity available soon).

Info: Hemingway Memorial AME Church, 6330 Gateway Blvd, District Heights, MD 20747. Close the weekend in worship and unity at Hemingway Memorial AME Church, led by alumnus Rev. Krishnan Natesan. Wear your maroon and gray or NCCU-branded attire. Worship service is “come as you are” — all are welcome. Free; optional RSVP.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Howard University, 2400 6th Street Northwest, Washington, United States