‘Rev the Red’ for Ball State University Homecoming, Oct. 13–18

Topics: Alumni, Athletics, Community Engagement, Foundation, Muncie, Student Activities

September 22, 2025

Ball State University will celebrate its 99th Homecoming Oct. 13-18, as Cardinals everywhere are invited back to campus to take part in a week of pride, tradition, and community spirit.

This year's Homecoming theme, "Rev the Red," highlights the energy and excitement that alumni, students, faculty, staff, and friends bring to Ball State each Fall. The celebration culminates Saturday, Oct. 18, when the Cardinals face Akron University at 3:30 p.m. in Scheumann Stadium. Tickets are available on the Ball State Athletics website.

"Homecoming is one of our University's most cherished traditions," said Ashlee Anderson, senior director of student and young alumni engagement at the Ball State University Foundation. "From time-honored events like the Bed Race and Parade to newer favorites such as the Food Truck Festival, Homecoming is a celebration of Cardinal spirit that unites generations of alumni and friends."

This Fall's Homecoming schedule is as follows:

Friday, Oct. 10

• Noon-4 p.m.: Department Decorating Contest (judging across campus)

Monday, Oct. 13

• 5-8 p.m.: Homecoming Food Truck Festival, Brown Family Amphitheater

Tuesday, Oct. 14

• 7:30 p.m.; doors open at 7 p.m.: Homecoming Movie Night - Cars, Pruis Hall (free and open to the public)

Wednesday, Oct. 15

• 10 a.m.-3 p.m.: Homecoming Blood Drive, Pruis Hall; register online here
• 5:30 p.m.: Campus Dinner, North Dining Hall

Thursday, Oct. 16

• 7:30 p.m.: Air Jam & Royalty Coronation, Emens Auditorium; tickets available at the Emens box office

Friday, Oct. 17

• Noon: 46^th annual Bed Race, Riverside Avenue

Saturday, Oct. 18

• 8:45 a.m.: Chase Charlie 5K Run/Walk, starting at Muncie City Hall and finishing on Riverside Avenue
• 9 a.m.: Homecoming Parade, beginning at Muncie Central High School and continuing through downtown and campus
• 9 a.m.: Alumni Parade Viewing Party, The Village; email [email protected] to register
• 1:30 p.m.: CharlieTown Tailgate, Alumni Center
• 3:30 p.m.: Ball State vs. Akron football Game, Scheumann Stadium; purchase game tickets on the Ball State Athletics website

Alumni & Campus Festivities

In addition to the week's signature events, Homecoming features activities hosted by academic colleges, affinity groups, and alumni organizations. Reunion Row and College Corner will return outside the Alumni Center on gameday, creating opportunities for alumni to reconnect with classmates and organizations.

The 2025 Homecoming Steering Committee, composed of Ball State students under the guidance of Alumni Association advisers, has once again coordinated this year's events.

For more information, visit bsu.edu/homecoming or contact the Homecoming Office at 765-285-1408 or [email protected].