100 Years of Homecoming

Celebrate with Us!

October 16-22, 2023

This fall we will commemorate the 100th Anniversary of EWU’s Homecoming with a week full of your favorite events and some exciting new additions for students, alumni and community members.

Visit Family Friendly Fun!

Enjoy activities for all


Blue Zoo Spokane

EWU families receive $11.95 tickets at the door from October 16-22. Use code: Stingley" when you purchase at the door!

More About the Blue Zoo!

Mobius Discovery Center

Mobius sparks curiosity and ignites imaginations of all ages through exploration and play, hands-on exhibits, and STEAM learning experiences.

Plan Your Visit

Wonderland Spokane

Have fun playing the Newest Arcade Games, two 18 Hole Mini-Golf Courses, Laser Tag, Go-Karts, Bumper Boats, and Rock Wall.

Games & Rides!

Think Tank Escape Rooms

Think Tank Escape Rooms offers story-driven puzzles that teach you about the world, the people in the room with you, and yourself.

Escape Room!

Flying Squirrel

Flying Squirrel Trampoline Park is a Family Fun Center with plenty of activities and attractions for all ages!

Come Jump!

Student Events

DateTimeEventLocationCategory
Thursday,
Oct. 12
3 PMTeam Challenge Captain's Meeting

The Team Challenge Coordinators will outline the rules and opportunities to accrue points throughout the week of Eagle Family Homecoming.

Register
PUB 319Student, Staff, & Faculty Events
Monday,
Oct. 16
11:00 AMWindow Painting

Bring out your creative side and help add some homecoming spirit to the PUB. All painting supplies will be provided.
Pence Union Building (PUB) SkirtStudent, Staff, & Faculty Events
Monday,
Oct. 16
11:30 AMEagle Family Homecoming Kick-Off

Join in celebrating the start to Eagle Family Homecoming week. There will be games, crafts, music, and more.
Pence Union Building (PUB) SkirtStudent, Staff, & Faculty Events
Tuesday,
Oct. 17
10:00 AMCampus Spirit Splash Contest Judging Begins

We want to see Eagle pride throughout the entire community. This is your chance to decorate your department, room, house, or business for the chance to be the winner of our annual Spirit Splash award. Judging for Campus will take place Tuesday, October 17.
VariesEWU and Extended Community Event
Tuesday,
Oct. 17
12:00 PM"Top That" Cake Decorating Competition

Teams of two will attempt to reproduce a cake design using the provided supplies.
Nysether Community Room (NCR)
Pence Union Building (PUB)
Student, Staff, & Faculty Events
Tuesday,
Oct. 17
7 PMReal Life Mario KartNysether Community Room (NCR)
Pence Union Building (PUB)
Student Events
Wednesday,
Oct. 18
10:00 AM - 2:00 PMSpirit Selfie Catalyst
Show your Eagle Pride
Catalyst LobbyStudent Events
Wednesday,
Oct. 18
10:00 AM - 2:00 PMCar Bash - Hosted by Sorority & Fraternity Life

Help EWU's Greek community raise money for philanthropy.
Arévalo Student MallStudent Events
Wednesday,
Oct. 18
7:00 PMEagle Mad-Nest

Put on your eagle gear, bring your friends and family for a night full of entertainment: slam dunk & 3-point contests, appearances by EWU cheer, dance, Swoop, with free goodies and swag!
Reese CourtEWU and Extended Community Event
Thursday,
Oct. 19
3:45 PMCampus Clue Competition

Teams will travel around campus to solve a series of trivia questions. The team with the most correct answers win. Packets will be turned in at the Bonfire.
PUB Table 2AStudent, Staff, & Faculty Events
Thursday,
Oct. 19
6:00 PMPep Rally & Bonfire

Join The EWU community to celebrate Eagle Family Homecoming. Special guests will be present.
Corner of G Street & 1st Street
Downtown Cheney
Community Events
Thursday,
Oct. 19
7:00 PMBed Races
This annual tradition awards bragging rights for a lifetime. Your team of 5 people will compete in a double elimination tournament by pushing beds with wheels down the race track and back (located in downtown Cheney). The fastest team per round will advance until there is a champion.
1st Street
Downtown Cheney
Community Events
Friday,
Oct. 20
8:00 AM - 10 AMAll Class Reunion President's Breakfast
Join fellow classmates for the morning, hear from Dr. Shari McMahan and enjoy a delicious breakfast spread like the good ol’ days in Tawanka!

Link to Register Coming Soon!
Nysether Community Room (NCR)
Pence Union Building (PUB)
EWU and Extended Community Event
Friday,
Oct. 20
8 AM - 4 PMWalk Through the Decades
From videos to photographs, memorabilia and more, you can see how EWU and Cheney have transformed over the last 100 years. You may even find a photo of yourself!
Hargreaves Hall Reading Room 201EWU and Extended Community Event
Friday,
Oct. 20
9:30 - 11 AMAcademic Tabling
Learn what is happening in each of the EWU Academic Colleges! Tables will be outside the President's Breakfast.
Nysether Community Room (NCR)
Pence Union Building (PUB)
EWU and Extended Community Event
Friday,
Oct. 20
10 AMCheney Community Spirit Splash Contest Judging
Our Spirit Splash judges will travel to each venue to score the amazing Eagle pride in the community.
Various Locations
EWU and Extended Community Event
Friday,
Oct. 20
11 AM - 1 PMAcademic Open House & Tours
Head to each college and see what students are working on and researching. Get a tour of the college building and more!
Various Locations
EWU and Extended Community Event
Friday,
Oct. 20
3 PMEWU Soccer vs N. Arizona

Cheer on the Eags as they take on Northern Arizona!
EWU and Extended Community Event
Friday,
Oct. 20
4:00 PMEagle Family Dinner

After a full day, wind down with fellow Eags and friends as we prepare for the big game Saturday. Join us for dinner in the campus mall!
Campus MallEWU and Extended Community Event
Friday,
Oct. 20
7 PMEWU Eagles Hockey vs WSU

Join us at the URC Ice Arena to watch the EWU Eagles play!
URC Ice ArenaEWU and Extended Community Event
Saturday,
Oct. 21
1 PM - 4 PMAlumni + Family #EngagementZone

P-12, outside of Inferno Team ShopCommunity Events
Saturday,
Oct. 21
4 PMEWU Football Game vs. Weber State

Purchase Tickets
Roos FieldCommunity Events
Saturday,
Oct. 21
Following Football GamePost Game Fireworks

Stay in the stadium for a post game fireworks presentation to conclude our 100th Homecoming week!

Roos FieldCommunity Events

Game Day!

Join the EWU Alumni Association and Family Programming at our game day #EngagementZone!

Location| Front of Inferno Team Store

Come see us near P12 outside of the Inferno Team Store 1-4 P.M. before the game!

  • Get your homecoming t-shirt
  • Yard games
  • Free Swag
  • Game Day Stickers
    • Collect all five (5) game day stickers, get a free Red Turf Nation member gift at the end of the season!

Buy Your Game Day Ticket!

Game Day!

Looking for other activities to do on game day? We got you covered!

  1. Skate with the Eags!
  2. Rock climb in the URC!
  3. Rent bikes through EPIC in the URC!
  4. Check out all the fun places in Cheney & Spokane with your EWU discount!

Hotel Information

Best Western Plus Peppertree Airport Inn

  • $129.00 per night | Hot Grab n’ Go Breakfast
  • 3711 S. Geiger Blvd., Spokane
  • 509-624-4655
  • Book Online | EWU 100 Year – Code
  • Available until Oct. 6

Northern Quest Resort & Casino

  • $129 Weekday | $199 Fri/Sat. night 
  • 100 N. Hayford Rd., Airway Heights
  • Call 866.298.1941
  • Book under EWU
  • Available until Sept. 19

Northern Quest RV Resort

  • 303 S. Kalispel Way, Airway Heights
  • 833-702-2082
  • Book Online

Homecoming FAQs

Yes! Everyone is welcome to join!

 

Book early! We have a few hotels in the area that have room blocks, book fast before they fill up.

Best Western Plus Peppertree Airport Inn

$129.00 per night | Hot Grab n’ Go Breakfast

3711 S. Geiger Blvd., Spokane | 509-624-4655

Book Online | EWU 100 Year – Code | Available until Sept. 19

 

Northern Quest Resort & Casino

100 N. Hayford Rd., Airway Heights | 866-671-0604

$129 Weekday | $199 Fri/Sat. night

866.298.1941 | Book under EWU | Available until Sept. 19

 

Northwest Quest RV Resort

303 S. Kalispel Way, Airway Heights | 833-702-2082

Book Online

Yes! To provide a safer environment for fans at Roos Field, EWU has a policy limiting the size and type of bag allowed in the stadium for all events.

Review the entire policy

Street parking is free!

Thursday – Sunday you can park for free in the below lots:

  • P-15
  • P-17
  • P-1

Get your discounted tickets for alumni and families!

Game Tickets!

On game day we will be in P12 by the Inferno Team Shop at the Alumni & Family #EngagementZone. Come get your Homecoming Shirt while supplies last!

With a full schedule of events, questions are sure to arise. We’ve got answers, plus tips and tricks to make the most of the weekend.

 

Thank you for supporting EWU and our Homecoming tradition!

Contributing to this spectacular tradition, you are playing a vital role in fostering a strong sense of community, reconnecting old friends, supporting current students, and making a positive impact on the lives of all members of our community. Together, we can create an unforgettable homecoming experience that reflects the unity and pride we share in our alma mater and local community.

Make a Difference

Event Partners

THANK YOU TO OUR HOMECOMING PARTNERS FOR YOUR SUPPORT FOR THIS ANNUAL TRADITION!

 

Commemorative Flag

Celebrate your #EaglePride far and wide!

Pre-order your flag(s) through September 10, 2023. (Pick-up available homecoming weekend!)

Purchase an exclusive 3’x5’ flag to show your Eagle pride; 200 of the Limited Edition 100th Homecoming flags will be made. Make sure to reserve yours now!

Reserve Yours Today!