Homecoming
Homecoming
Friday, Sep. 25, 2026 - Saturday, Sep. 26, 2026
As a kickoff to University of Detroit Mercy’s 150th celebration, we are hosting the 2026 Fall Festival at Homecoming Sept. 25-26, in conjunction with Six Mile Street Fest. Join in Fall Festival activities as you reconnect with the University through two exciting days filled with food, fun and celebrations.
Attendees will enjoy several exciting activities, such as reunions, the Titan Tailgate and Bonfire, sporting events, award presentations and so much more.
Homecoming is open to students, alumni, friends, family, faculty, staff and the community. Join us on Facebook and Instagram for important updates and announcements.
Homecoming Event Details
Friday, Sept. 25
Dental Alumni Day Continuing Education Course — 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Corktown Campus
Registration link coming soon.
Dental Alumni Day Reunions — 4-5:30 p.m. at Corktown Campus
After the continuing education course, reconnect with classmates, explore our beautifully updated facilities and enjoy refreshments during an alumni reception held in the School of Dentistry atrium.
Registration link coming soon.
SACD Alumni Gathering — 4:30-9 p.m.
Join the School of Architecture & Community Development (SACD) for an evening of celebration and connection as we honor accomplishments and enjoy refreshments with fellow alumni.
Registration link coming soon.
10th John A. McLean Lecture of Chemistry— 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Chemistry Building 114. No registration needed.
Saturday, Sept. 26
Tour de Titan Bicycle Ride — 10 a.m.
The annual Tour du Titan is a relaxed paced 11-mile (17 km) bike ride through the beautiful and historic neighborhoods adjacent to the McNichols Campus. The neighborhoods include the University District, Green Acres, Sherwood Forest, Bagley and more.
CHP Research Symposium — 12-4 p.m.
A professional networking opportunity including lunch, a poster display and concurrent professional development workshops.
Registration link coming soon.
Six Mile Street Fest – 12-8 p.m.
This year, Detroit Mercy is partnering with Live 6’s Street Fest, providing additional entertainment, food and fun along McNichols Road between Detroit Mercy and Marygrove.
Lacrosse Alumni Luncheon — 1-3 p.m.
Registration Link coming soon.
KBG Reunion Lunch — 1-3:30 p.m.
Mass — 4 p.m.
Ask The Professor — 4-5 p.m.
Fall Festival — 4-7 p.m.
Participate in a number of family friendly activities during our annual Fall Festival, including an arts and crafts tent, yard games, bubble soccer, casino games, food trucks, a scavenger hunt.
There will also be Girl Scout activities, a visit from the Detroit Fire Department, an escape room, a self-guided historical tour, a history of Detroit Mercy display in the Library and tours of Calihan Hall, featuring the newly renovated Titan Club.
Reunions — 4:30-7:30 p.m.
- Black Alumni Reunion
- AKA Reunion
- Law Alumni and Meet the Dean
- Alpha Sigma Nu
- Institute for Leadership and Service
Men’s Soccer Game – 5-7 p.m.
Open Kickball Game – 5-6:30 p.m.
Participate with your entire family in this non-competitive kickball game.
Golden Jubilee Reunion, Class of 1975— Campus Tour at 4 p.m. and Dinner at 6-8 p.m.
Reunite with fellow classmates, take a campus tour, enjoy dinner and a welcome by President Donald Taylor.
Detroit Mercy Theatre Company Homecoming Improv Show - 5:30-6 p.m.
Celebrate Homecoming with a hilarious improv show featuring both Detroit Mercy Theatre Company students and alumni in the new Detroit Mercy Black Box Theatre.
Poetry Reading— 6:15-7:15 p.m.
UDM Homecoming is an official stop on the 2025 Michigan Poet Laureate Tour, sponsored by the Michigan Department of Education.
Titan Tailgate and Bonfire — 7-8 p.m.
Support all Titan athletic teams while enjoying music and refreshments and the warm glow of a bonfire. Fall-themed refreshments will be available.
NPHC Yard Show — 8 p.m.
Multicultural fraternities and sororities will showcase their chapter's history and traditions through steps, strolls, chants or dancing.