Illinois College Homecoming 2026 :: October 9 - 10, 2026
Mark your calendar for another True Blue Forever Homecoming!
We can't wait to welcome alumni, friends and family back to the Hilltop. In the meantime, stay connected to IC's social media so you don't miss future Homecoming announcements, pictures and more.
Homecoming 2026 Schedule of Events - Check back regularly for updates!
Friday, October 9
- Spirit Day :: On Fridays We Wear Blue
- Alumni Association Board of Directors Meeting :: 3 p.m.
- 50th Class Reunion for the Class of 1976 :: 5 to 7 p.m. :: Jacksonville Country Club
- Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony :: Time TBD. :: Bruner Fitness and Recreation Center
- Alumni Wine and Cheese Reception :: 7 to 9 p.m. :: Location TBD
Saturday, October 10
- Breakfast with the Blueboys :: 8 to 9 a.m. :: Cummings Dining Hall, Caine Student Center
- Illinois College Homecoming Parade :: 10 a.m.
- Homecoming Celebration Luncheon :: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. :: Homecoming Celebration Tent
- Blueboys Football vs. Grinnell College :: 12 p.m. :: Green Athletic Field, England Stadium
- Illinois College Varsity Club Viewing Areas :: 12 p.m. :: True Blue Lounge (tent north of Green Athletic Field) and Bruner Classroom 3140 (2nd Floor)
- Tent Party and Family Activities :: 12 to 3 p.m. :: Homecoming Celebration Tent
- Reunions for the classes of 1996, 2001, 2006, 2011, 2016 and 2021 :: 1 to 3 p.m. :: True Blue Lounge, tent north of Green Athletic Field
- Reunions for Classes of 1991, 1986, 1981, 1976, 1971, 1966 and 1961 :: 3 to 4:30 p.m. :: Barnes House
- Literary Society Cozies and Huddles :: Various Times and Locations
- Blueboys Soccer vs. Knox College :: 4:30 p.m. :: Green Athletic Field, England Stadium
- Lady Blues Soccer vs. Knox College :: 7 p.m. ::Green Athletic Field, England Stadium
Decisions about inclement weather will be made on an event-by-event basis. Announcements of changes or cancellations will be made on the Illinois College social media channels.
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