FAYSTATE HOMECOMING '25: BUC25IN'
- Fidel Benton
- Oct 5
- 6 min read
Updated: Oct 7
When is Fayetteville State University's Homecoming in 2025?
For one week, BRONCOS far and wide come home to celebrate the FSU SPIRIT, LEGACY, and FUTURE. This year, we are celebrating milestone reunions for the classes of 1955, 1960, 1965, 1970, 1975, 1980, 1985, 1990, 1995, 2000, 2005, 2010, 2015, and 2020.
2025-2026 Alumni Queen Results
Total Raised: $64,124.72
Winner, Dr. Cathy Waddell: $32,234.22
First Runner-up, Ms. Shamica Dawes: $26,113.00
Second Runner-up, Ms. Phyllis Carter Goodman: $5,777.50
BASICS
The PARADE is on SATURDAY at 9:00 AM on HAY STREET. The FOOTBALL GAME is on SATURDAY at 1:30 PM, we're playing Livingstone.
WHAT'S NEW?
The Parade has been relocated to Hay Street to alleviate campus traffic and parking issues.
The Alumni Coronation event has moved to the Embassy Suites, the host hotel.
Center Stage will now be held in the East Quad near Starbucks; the Greek plots will no longer feature a stage or DJ
Homecoming Safety Ambassadors will be activated throughout the weekend in collaboration with Student Affairs, Police & Public Safety, alumni, and Greek organizations.
All university-sponsored events will conclude by 7:00 PM and will be under a Clear Bag Policy.
Due to limited on-campus parking, we will offer two designated off-campus parking sites, WASHINGTON ST & E.E. SMITH HIGH SCHOOL. Handicap-accessible parking will still be available on campus.
Schedule | Every Event We Know So Far
This is a collection of university-sponsored and community events during FAYSTATE HOMECOMING '25! Visit the Fayetteville State University’s Homecoming website to learn university-sponsored information. As information is announced, we'll continue to update—email events and updates to fidel@thedcobrand.com.
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Sunday, October 5
Monday, October 6
Tuesday, October 7
Wednesday, October 8
GIVING WEDNESDAY
We’re asking every proud member of the Class of 2015 to give $20.15 (or more!) in support of scholarships, mentorship, and programs that uplift our students Hosted by the Class of 2015
7:00 PM | World of Beer
Thursday, October 9
Bronco Welcome Center
12:00 PM – 5:00 PM | Founders Quad (Starbucks, Former Gazebo Area )
Hosted by University Advancement
Matriculation After Graduation: Mentorship Experience
12:00 PM -3:00 PM
Featuring panelists: Aaron Reynolds, Marcus Smith, Alaska Hawkins, Alyssa Graham, and Mikaela Grady. Hosted by the Class of 2015
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM | Embassy Suites
Hosted by the FSUNAA
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM | Cape Fear Botanical Garden
Presented by CityView & Cape Fear Valley Health
6:00 PM | Barnes & Noble
Hosted by Fayetteville Chess Society
7:00 PM - 11:00 PM | Main Event
FREE
Hosted by the Randall Group & FSUNAA
The MANE STAGE: The Ultimate Kickoff & Comedy Show & After Party
Featuring Danny Rag, Kiara Benson & Friends
7PM - 2AM | 226 Warehouse
Hosted by Concourse 107 & Brilliant Kut
MEET THE GREEKS 7PM - 12AM | Uptown's Chicken & Waffles
Spades tournament, Corn Hole, Trap Bingo, and Bull Rides.
9:00 PM - 2:00 AM | Island Flava
Hosted by WatchThis Worldwide
STRIKE NIGHT! || THE HOMECOMING BOWLING EXPERIENCE
9:00 PM - 2:00 PM | B&B Bowling
Hosted by MAIN EVENT MARKETING & MANAGEMENT 910
10:00 PM - 2:00 PM | Seven Horsemen Billiards
23+ PREFERRED
10:00 PM - 2:00 PM | Bloom Bar & Lounge
Hosted by MAIN EVENT MARKETING & MANAGEMENT 910
Friday, October 10
Legacy Scholarship Golf Tournament
9:30 AM | King's Grant Country Club
Hosted by the FSU Hometown Alumni Broncos
Bronco Welcome Center
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Founders Quad (Starbucks, Former Gazebo Area )
Hosted by University Advancement
“I PLAY FOR HER 3x3 Basketball Tournament
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM | Seabrook Park
In partnership with the Fayetteville Liberty, 35 teams compete for a $1,000 grand prize, featuring special guests, local vendors, and food trucks honoring the legacy of Michael Rich by supporting female athletes attending HBCUs.
15th Annual Dr. Valeria Fleming Professional Round-Up
11:00 AM - 1:30 PM | Lyons Science Annex, 120/121
Keynote address and breakout sessions covering various career fields such as Banking, Criminal Justice, Education, Medicine, and Dentistry. Refreshments will be served
FSU Athletic Hall of Fame Banquet
12:00 PM | John D Fuller Recreation Center
Tickets: $50
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EZAA Fish Fry 1:00 PM- 6:00 PM | EZ Plot
Young Alumni Mixer
5:00 PM – 7:00 PM | Haymount Truck Stop
Hosted by University Advancement
Blueprint Alumni Basketball Game
Women: 5:30 PM | Men: 7:00 PM | Smith Recreation Center
Alumni hoopers bringing that Bronco Pride, raising money for current and future student-athletes in Athletics. Donations Welcomed
A Royal Affair: Mr. & Ms. Alumni Coronation & Awards
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM | Springhill Suites Hosted by the FSUNAA
Fayetteville State University's Homecoming Step Show
8:00 PM | Capel Arena
8:00 PM - 12:30 AM | Embassy Suites
Casual Attire
Hosted by the FSUNAA
FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS 9:00 PM - Until | Airborne Cigar Emporium
Hosted by Bronco & 71st High Alumni
FSU NOHOE JUMPOFF FEAT. DIAMOND THE BODY
9:00 PM - 2:00 AM | Moose Lodge
Hosted by Break Bread Dynasty
VIBE: An R&B Experience (w/Special Guest)
10:00 PM - 2:00 AM | VUE Event Venue
Hosted by WatchThis Worldwide
Saturday, October 11
Fayetteville State University's Homecoming 2025 Parade
9:00 AM | Hay Street
Featuring High School Drumlines | Downtown Courthouse
Reunion Class Lunch & Reunion Class Photos
$20 – Milestone Reunion Alumni Only
11:00 AM – 1:30 PM | RJSC Amphitheatre Pink Floyd’s Dark Side of the Moon Free
11AM, 12P, 5P, 6P, 7P | FSU Planetarium
Alumni Tent Pre-Game Giveaway 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM | In Front of Basketball Courts Hosted by the FSUNAA
Fayetteville State University's Homecoming 2025 Football Game 1:30 PM | Luther "Nick" Jeralds Stadium
vs Livingstone College Blue Bears | Purchase Tickets
FSU has played Livingstone a total of 47 times, with a record of 28 wins, 17 losses, and 2 ties. The first game took place on October 20, 1973. Fifteen years ago, FSU had its largest margin of victory, winning 59-6, blocking three punts in the first half.
FSU Alumni Choir Benefit Concert
Featuring Charrisse D. Nelson, James Howard, & Friends, and The Legacy Chorale. Students with a valid college ID card are eligible for a gift drawing.
5:30 PM | Grace & Truth Church of God
Broncos on the Ground w/DJ Complex
8:00 PM - 12:30 AM | Embassy Suites
Hosted by the FSUNAA
9:00 PM - 2:30 AM | The Warehouse
Hosted by the Maryland AACC and Charlotte Alumni Chapters
Off The Grid - Afterparty to Everything Outdoor event; lawn chairs are welcome.10:00 PM - TIL | Qomppound
Hosted by WatchThis Worldwide
The Annual Alumni Affair: Hosted By Robb Barber & Friends
30+ to Enter
10:00 PM - 2:00 AM | Bloom Bar & Lounge
Hosted by BIG HOMIE ROBB
Sunday, October 12
Bronco Unity Fellowship & Memorial Service
9:00 AM | Embassy Suites by Hilton
Hosted by the FSUNAA
THE FINAL STAMPEDE: SUNDAZE BRUNCH & DAY Feat. DJThoro, Bottomless Mimosas, Full Brunch Menu, NFL Game Package, 15+ Screens 11:00 AM- 5:00 PM | Airborne Cigar Emporium
Hosted by Concourse 107
12:00 PM -6:00 PM | CRU
Hosted by the 19 Kings Ent & Cru
12:00 PM - 7:00 PM | Bloom
Hosted by BIG HOMIE ROBB
Crowder – Grace & Glory Tour Featuring Passion Music, Louie Giglio, and Kari Jobe Carnes & Cody Carnes
7:00 PM | Crown Coliseum
hotel & lodging options
Shuttles
Parking in lots S, S1, CS, K, L, I, J, T, H, and U will be restricted. Park off campus and take a shuttle back to campus. Shuttles will run between 10am-8pm at all locations. The following off-campus locations have been provided for your convenience:
E.E. Smith High School | 1800 Seabrook Rd, Fayetteville, NC 28301
Hay St. Parking Deck | 466 Hay Street, Fayetteville, NC 28301
Cumberland County Department of Social Services | 1225 Ramsey St, Fayetteville, NC 28301
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