Pack Week: Seven days, dozens of events, one Lobo Pack

From hot air balloons over Johnson Field to lowriders and live music at Hodgin Hall, a historic groundbreaking, a Lobo pep rally and a Homecoming tailgate, The University of New Mexico's Pack Week: Homecoming offers seven days of exciting coverage opportunities Oct. 18-24. Join the celebrations and capture the sights, sounds and stories of UNM's Lobo community!

Dozens of events hosted by UNM schools, colleges, departments and organizations will bring Lobos of every kind - students, alumni, faculty, staff, families and friends - together in celebration of The University of New Mexico. This year's celebration also honors the Route 66 centennial, connecting 100 years of the Mother Road with the people, places and traditions of UNM.

The week's lineup spans concerts, art exhibitions, student performances, family activities and celebrations of UNM's past and future, offering a variety of stories, interview opportunities and visuals of the Lobo community in action.

Kick off the week with UNM Alumni for a special Homecoming: Pack Week Lobo Living Room event marking 100 years of Route 66 on Monday, Oct. 19, beginning at 5:30 p.m. at the Albuquerque Museum. We'll take a unique trip through history with the Albuquerque Museum and its eye-opening exhibit, The Other Route 66: 100 Years of People, Identity, and Place in Albuquerque.

Don't miss this fascinating look at Route 66 and the people and places that defined its legacy. All guests in attendance will receive a special gift while supplies last! Click here to register.

On Thursday, Oct. 22 from 5:30 to 8 p.m., UNM alumni hosts ReUnite Under the Neon U, Sponsored by Santa Clara Development Corporation. Celebrate Pack Week: Homecoming honoring UNM and the traditions that bring Lobos together. Join fellow alumni, friends and supporters at the Home of the University - Hodgin Hall - for an unforgettable evening under the Neon U.

For more information and tickets, visit ReUnite Under the Neon U.

The UNM Alumni Association closes out Pack Week on Saturday, Oct. 24, with its Homecoming Tailgate & Football Game beginning at 5 p.m. followed by the football game with New Mexico Lobos taking on North Dakota State. Kickoff at University Stadium is set for 8 p.m.

This is the place to be before kickoff, bringing together alumni, fans, friends, and the entire Lobo community for an unforgettable game day celebration. Free registration is now open and includes commemorative Lobo swag, live music, photo ops, appearances by Lobo Louie, and more.

Pack Week offers many events and fun activities connecting alumni, students, faculty, staff, families, and friends. Let's share in the traditions and experiences that unite all Lobos for Life!

Complete details for each event are available at PackWeek.unm.edu.