Homecoming 2026
October 2-4
Friday, October 2, 2026
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM - Alumni Athletics Hall of Fame, Mabel Brown Room
The induction ceremony of the Keene State College Athletics/Alumni Hall of Fame will welcome a new HOF class, including Brianne Barnes ‘07 for Women’s Basketball, Sarah Begnoche ‘07 for Women’s Basketball, and Ryan Boraski ‘17 for Men’s Swim & Dive. In addition, we will acknowledge the Little East Conference Hall of Fame induction.
Saturday, October 3, 2026
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8:00 AM - Men’s Ice Hockey Golf Tournament, Bretwood Golf Course
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9:30 AM - Nursing Alumni- Cedarcrest Walk & Roll
Reconnect with fellow nursing alumni at the Cedarcrest Walk & Roll: Passport to Celebrations and enjoy a morning of community while supporting Cedarcrest’s mission. Register today and join the nursing alumni as we walk, roll, and make a difference together: https://cedarcrestcenter.org/events/2025-walk-roll-passport-to-celebrations/
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10:00 AM - Keene State Invitational Cross Country meet, Owl Athletic Complex
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10:00 AM - Swim & Dive Alumni meet, Spaulding Gymnasium
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11:00 AM - Class Photos, Student Center Lawn
Gather with your classmates on the Student Center Lawn to capture a lasting Homecoming memory with your class photo.
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11:30 AM - Parade of Classes, Appian Way, in front of Zorn Dining Commons
Celebrate Keene State pride as alumni classes come together for the Parade of Classes along Appian Way in front of Zorn Dining Commons, continuing a memorable alumni tradition for generations of Owls.
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12:00 PM - 3:00 PM - Fall Barbeque, Fiske Quad,
Cost: $10
Join us on Fiske Quad for a Homecoming barbeque featuring great food, time with fellow alumni, and a live performance by Version Six, our alumni band. Guests are encouraged to bring a donation for The Hungry Owl, our campus food pantry, to support students in need. See their Amazon Wish List here.
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12:00 PM - 1:00 PM- Nursing Simulation Lab, Open House
Explore the Nursing Simulation Lab during this open house and see firsthand the innovative technology and hands-on learning experiences that prepare Keene State nursing students for their future careers.
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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM- Beyond the Arch Podcast Studio, Open House
Step inside the Beyond the Arch Podcast Studio, sit where alumni interviews are recorded, and explore our dedicated in-person interview studio.
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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM- Alumni Authors Showcase, Mason Library
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2:00 PM - TKE Annual Meeting, Norma Walker Hall
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2:00 PM - Women’s Lacrosse Alumni Game, Owl Athletic Complex
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3:00 PM - Softball Alumni Slow Pitch, Owl Athletic Complex
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4:00 PM- Men’s Soccer vs Southern Maine, Dr. Ron Butcher Field, Owl Athletic Complex
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4:00 PM- Class of 2001 Closing Time, Margaritas Restaurant
Close out Homecoming Weekend with your classmates at Margarita’s Restaurant. As one chapter closes and another begins, raise a glass to 25 years of memories, friendships, and the journey that started at Keene State.
Parking
Parking on campus will be open to alumni; no parking pass will be required. Parking on Krif Road will be per availability.
Bookstore Hours
Monday-Thursday 9:00am-4:00pm
Friday 9:00am-5:00pm
Saturday 10:00 am-2:00pm
