Dust off your Lobo pride for UNM Homecoming 2025

Get ready to unleash your Lobo pride with the festivities at Homecoming 2025. This year's theme, Desert Boots and Lobo Roots, celebrates the UNM legacy and embraces the spirit of the Southwest. Join us Oct. 13-18 as ASUNM Student Special Events and the Alumni Relations Office host a series of events leading up to the Lobos' 100th homecoming game.

This year's homecoming week will feature seven events, including President Stokes' S'mores Roast, ASUNM Homecoming Concert, Homecoming Hoops: Meet the Pack, the Division for Change and Empowerment Open House, ReUnite at Hodgin Hall, the Young Alumni Roundup, and the Homecoming Tailgate.

Exclusive merchandise is also available, including the 2025 UNM Homecoming T-shirt, bandana and "belt buckle" pin. For more information, visit 2025 Homecoming Merchandise.

Homecoming Events

President Stokes' S'mores Roast
Oct. 13, noon to 1:30 p.m., Cactus Garden

Alumni, students and staff are invited to join President Stokes in the Cactus Garden for her final S'mores Roast to kick off homecoming week. Stop by the tents for a delicious treat! In the event of inclement weather, the event will move to the Student Union Building Atrium.

ASUNM Homecoming Concert
Oct. 14, 7:30 p.m., Popejoy Hall

ASUNM Student Special Events presents Billboard Hot 100 artist Malcolm Todd at Popejoy Hall. Todd went viral on TikTok for his 2023 singles "Art House" and "Roommates." His music blends indie pop and R&B. The opening act is Sisterbaby, a female-fronted local indie band that started in 2024. They are passionate about cultivating the local music scene here in Albuquerque and expressing themselves through their music. Sisterbaby previously opened Fiestas 2025 at UNM and are excited to return to campus for the Homecoming Concert. Faye Elmore, lead singer and UNM student, said, "Getting to play at Popejoy Hall and to open for such a cool artist is truly a dream, we're going to have a lot of fun with it."

UNM students can receive a discount by purchasing tickets at the Bookstore Ticket Office and showing their student ID. Tickets are also available for purchase online.

Lobo Living Room, Homecoming Hoops: Meet the Pack
Oct. 14, 5:30-8 p.m., The Pit

Join alumni at The Pit for an evening celebrating Lobo basketball during Homecoming 2025. Meet the Pack is an exclusive chance to connect with the men's and women's basketball teams, gain insight into the upcoming season, see a live on-court preview and hear from key leaders shaping the future of Lobo Athletics.

Hear from new men's basketball head coach Eric Olen, women's basketball head coach Mike Bradbury and athletic director Fernando Lovo. Admission is free and open to all alumni, but space is limited. Register here.

Division for Change and Empowerment Open House
Oct. 16, 8:30-10:30 a.m., Scholes Hall, Roberts Room

The Division for Change and Empowerment works to strengthen UNM's core values by creating access for, and cultivating the potential of all Lobos. Stop by Scholes Hall during Homecoming 2025 to learn more about the division's work and services. The open house will showcase their initiatives across UNM. Breakfast will be provided.

ReUnite at Hodgin Hall
Oct. 16, 5:30-8 p.m., Hodgin Hall Alumni Center

Alumni are invited to bring their Western best and their finest cowboy boots to an evening of reconnection, live music, surprises and complimentary bites. Curated whiskey, wine and spirit tastings will be available for $25 per person.

Admission is free, and donations will be accepted for the Lobo Food Pantry. Attendees are encouraged to bring a gallon bag (or larger) of toiletries; a special homecoming gift will be given as a thank you. Click here to register.

Young Alumni Roundup
Oct. 17, 6-8 p.m., Flock of Moons Brewing Company

Join the UNM Young Alumni Chapter and the Albuquerque Run Club for a lively evening rounding up recent grads and alumni under 40.

The night begins with the Homecoming Howl Run at 6 p.m. at Flock of Moons Brewing Company. The route will loop through campus, swinging past Hodgin Hall for a special homecoming surprise, before returning between 6:30 and 7 p.m.

Non-runners are welcome at 6 p.m. for snacks, music and great company while cheering on the runners. Afterward, alumni registered for happy hour can claim one of 50 free drink tickets. Stick around for a live DJ, raffles for Lobo gear, exclusive drink specials and more.

Partial drink proceeds benefit the UNM Young Alumni Scholarship Fund. Register for happy hour online, where donation options are also available.

Homecoming Tailgate & Football Game
Oct. 18, University Stadium

The week of festivities wraps up with a cherry and silver celebration. The rally will take place at the newly constructed Louie Lane, where alumni will gather under the Lobo tent for food, music and giveaways.

Admission is free for attendees and guests. Discounted game tickets are available while supplies last. Registration and ticket preorders are open. Bubba's 33 is offering a preorder of its green chile cheeseburger and a drink for $12.

Alumni can purchase a special-section football ticket for $13 (available for pickup at Hodgin Hall, Oct. 6-16, Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., or at the Oct. 18 tailgate).

A tailgate meal bundle is available for $23, including one burger meal and a special alumni football ticket. A two-meal, two-ticket bundle is $40.

Limited quantities of merchandise will be for sale at the tailgate via credit/debit card, Venmo and cash.

Homecoming Football History
The Lobos enter the weekend with an all-time homecoming record of 46-50-3. This marks their 100th homecoming game and their first against Nevada. UNM holds a 3-6-1 all-time record against the Wolf Pack and will look to improve it in front of a rowdy cherry-and-silver crowd.

Stay connected with UNM alumni through social media channels and check out the Events Calendar to stay updated on all things Homecoming 2025.