Hall Homecoming and Family Weekend: October 2-4, 2026
Take a look at our 2026 schedule:
| Date | Activity | Description | Time | Location |
| October 2 | Seton Hall Women's Volleyball Match | Cheer on the Seton Hall Volleyball Team vs Butler. | 5 p.m. | Walsh Gym |
| October 2 | Brownson Reunion | Join us as we celebrate 40 years of the Brownson Speech and Values Debate Program
at Seton Hall University! Register Here. |
5-7 p.m. | University Lounge |
| October 2 | Student Life Movie/Fire Pits & Families | Join the Student Activities Board (SAB) for Fire Pits and Families and spend a crisp autumn evening around a firepit with your student. Enjoy a movie under the stars with the viewing starting at 7 PM. Fire pit seating is first come, first serve. | 7 p.m. | The Green |
| October 3 | Headquarters/Check-In | Start your day at headquarters! Check-in for the day from 9:30 AM - 4 PM at the Headquarters Tent. University representatives will be on hand for attendee check-in, to answer questions, help you locate activities, and hand out Seton Hall giveaways. | 9:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. | University Green |
| October 3 | Homecoming Mass | All are welcome to attend Mass, led by Father Nick Sertich. | 10 a.m. | Chapel of Immaculate Conception |
| October 3 | Swim & Dive Meet | Cheer on the Seton Hall Swim & Dive team vs Fordham. | 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. | Natatorium |
| October 3 | Class Samplers | Curious about what it’s like to be a student at Seton Hall? Take a seat in the classroom and experience a shortened version of a real class offered across our schools and colleges. It’s your chance to learn something new and get a firsthand taste of the Seton Hall classroom experience! | 10:45 a.m. - 11:40 a.m. | Jubilee |
| October 3 | Pep Band & Cheer Walk Over | We are kicking off the festivities with Pirate Pride! Join us on the Green for leadership remarks and show your school spirit with the pep squad and band. | 11:45 a.m. | University Green to Walsh Gymnasium |
| October 3 | Men's & Women's Basketball All Star Showcase | Pack Walsh Gymnasium at 12 p.m., when we'll introduce the 2026-27 Men's & Women's Basketball teams and hold an All-Star Showcase! We will pair up men's and women's players and they will compete in a skills competition and three-point contest! Let's see who's got what it takes to win the championship! And One lucky fan will be selected to take a halfcourt shot to win a big prize! | 12 - 1 p.m. | Walsh Gymnasium |
| October 3 | DJ on the Green | Music on the Green | 11:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. | University Green |
| October 3 | Community Showcase on the Green | Explore the Seton Hall community on the University Green! Meet student organizations, connect with alumni-owned and local businesses, and discover the people and groups that make the Seton Hall community special. | 12 - 4 p.m. | University Green |
| October 3 | DOVE Combats Food Insecurity | Stop by DOVE’s table on the Green to donate travel-sized toiletries for local individuals
and families experiencing financial and housing insecurity. Suggested items: Travel-sized toothpaste, toothbrushes, lotion, shampoo, conditioner, soap, deodorant and hand sanitizer, as well as lip balm, feminine wipes and feminine pads. |
12 - 4 p.m. | University Green |
| October 3 | Parent Social | Step into your student’s shoes and experience Seton Hall as they do! Spend the day exploring campus, sharing a meal in the dining hall, connecting with the Seton Hall community and experiencing some of the places and traditions that are part of your student’s everyday life. | 12 - 4 p.m. | University Green |
| October 3 | Carnival on the Green | Compete for prizes in carnival games or show off your artistic side with the arts and crafts activities. There will be games, inflatable bounce houses, a train around the Green, and a variety of activities for all ages. | 12 - 4 p.m. | University Green |
| October 3 | Bites on the Green | Join us in the dining hall, as your entry wristband includes a dining hall meal! Make sure to stop by headquarters and check in in order to receive. Stop by and enjoy the delicious bites of Seton Hall! | 12 - 4 p.m. | Dining Hall |
| October 3 | SAA Pumpkin Smash | Get into the Homecoming spirit with the Student Alumni Association’s annual Pumpkin Smash! Stop by the Green and take your turn smashing a pumpkin. | 12 - 4 p.m. | University Green |
| October 3 | Day of a Student's Life Tour | Ever wonder what a typical day looks like for your student? Follow in their footsteps on an immersive tour through life at The Hall, from classes in Jubilee and McNulty to Mass at the Chapel, a quick bite in the dining hall, a workout at the gym, study time at the library and a final stop at the new Innovation Hub to explore, create and bring new ideas to life. | 1:15 p.m. & 2:15 p.m. | Headquarters |
| October 3 | Seton Hall Theatre Performance | Join SHU Theatre students as they perform some familiar family friendly songs at the SHU Theatre in the University Center. | 2:15 p.m. - 3 p.m. | University Center Theatre |
| October 3 | President's Remarks | Gather on the Green as we connect with Msgr. Reilly as he officially welcomes everyone to our 2026 Hall Homecoming & Family Weekend! | 3 p.m. | Fire Pit Area by the University Center |
| October 3 | Student Group Performances | Enjoy a showcase of talent as our student groups take the stage! From music to dance to everything in between, these short performances will bring energy, creativity, and school spirit to the celebration. | 3:15 p.m. - 4 p.m. | Fire Pit Area by the University Center |
| October 3 | Oktoberfest Tent & Mocktail Station | Raise a glass and join fellow alumni for a lively happy hour where you can reconnect, unwind, and enjoy live music with guitarist Michael Deej over beer and seasonally themed Oktoberfest refreshments. | 4 - 6 p.m. | Fire Pit Area by the University Center |
| October 3 | Seton Hall Volleyball Match | Cheer on the Seton Hall Volleyball Team vs Xavier | 4 p.m. | Walsh Gymnasium |
| October 3 | ELMP Doctoral Alumni Reception This event requires separate registration and ticket information. Learn more here. |
Join us for the Inaugural ELMP Doctoral Reunion on Saturday, October 3, 2026, hosted by the College of Human Development, Culture, & Media. This exciting event is providing the unique opportunity to bring together our ELMP students, faculty, and alumni. | 6 - 8 p.m. | TBD |
| October 4 | Day of a Student's Life Tour | Ever wonder what a typical day looks like for your student? Follow in their footsteps on an immersive tour through life at The Hall, from classes in Jubilee and McNulty to Mass at the Chapel, a quick bite in the dining hall, a workout at the gym, study time at the library and a final stop at the new Innovation Hub to explore, create and bring new ideas to life. | 10:30 a.m. | Headquarters |
| October 4 | Jazz Brunch | Join the Seton Hall community for a delicious brunch, featuring a live performance by the Seton Hall Jazz Band! Enjoy great food, smooth tunes, and quality time with your student before heading home. Space is limited, so be sure to arrive early. Casual attire is encouraged. | 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. | Bethany Hall |
**Indicates events with separate registration pages**
Schedule is subject to change. Additional events may be announced closer to the weekend.
Thank You to Our Sponsors
If you are interested in sponsoring this year's event, please contact the Director of Volunteer & Strategic Engagement, Dorothy Lee at [email protected].
Ticket Types
| Saturday, October 3 | Adult General Admission (ages 13+) | $35 | 12-4 p.m. | General admission entry includes access to carnival rides all day Saturday, special Hall Homecoming & Family Weekend giveaway merchandise items, a wristband to dine in the dining hall, live performances and music, classroom information and breakout sessions, student tabling and local info, and more games and activities. |
| Saturday, October 3 | General Admission Kids ages (5-12) | $10 | 12-4 p.m. | Children between the ages of 5-12 can enjoy all that General Admission entry has to offer, as listed above. |
| Saturday, October 3 | General Admission for Students and Kids under 5 | Free | 12-4 p.m. | Students and children under the age of 5 are free, but must register to attend! Students please being your student ID in order to receive your GA wristband at check-in. |
| Saturday, October 3 | Oktoberfest Tent Happy Hour (Guests 21+) | $25 | 4-6 p.m. | Join us for the second year in the Oktoberfest Tent! Enjoy beer from local brewery vendors along with seasonal snacks and refreshments as you relax with live music at the fire pits. The Oktoberfest tent is open to all, but you must be 21+ to register for wristband access to the open bar portion. Children/guests 21 and under are free, but must be accompanied by a wristband holder (21+) and will not have bar access. |
| Saturday, October 3 | Oktoberfest Tent (Under 21 - Must be accompanied by an adult) | FREE | 4-6 p.m. | Those under 21 can also enjoy the Oktoberfest tent, keeping in mind the limitations as listed above. |
| Saturday, October 3 | Full Day Pass (Gen. Adm. & Oktoberfest) | $55 | 12-6 p.m. | Ticket holders of the full day pass can enjoy everything included in General Admission + the Oktoberfest Tent, as described above. |
| Sunday, October 4 | Jazz Brunch Early Bird (General Admission) | $35 | 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. | Join the crowd favorite Jazz Brunch on Sunday! The event will feature live music from Seton Hall's Jazz Band, along with a buffet brunch and mimosa bar, as well as remarks from University Leadership. |
| Sunday, October 4 | Jazz Brunch (Student) | $10 | 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. | Enjoy everything the Jazz brunch has to offer, as listed above. |
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