NCCU’S Ultimate Homecoming Experience 2024

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NCCU Ultimate Homecoming Experience

October 20 – October 26

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The Ultimate Homecoming Experience is back from Oct. 20 to 26, and this year promises to be bigger and better! Kick off the week with gospel legends like Tye Tribbett and Hezekiah Walker, followed by soulful sounds from Angie Stone and the NiiTO Band at the Alumni Concert. Hip-hop fans can enjoy performances by JT, Luh Tyler and Lil Poppa. Don’t miss the annual Homecoming Parade or the big game against Morgan State University.

Visit NCCU.edu/homecoming for the full schedule and to purchase tickets.

Signature events include:

October 19

• Ultimate Homecoming Countdown: 10:30 p.m., James E. Shepard Library Bowl

October 20

• *Ultimate Gospel Experience with Tye Tribbett and Hezekiah Walker: 5 p.m., McDougald-McLendon Arena, $30 General Admission

October 21

• The Royal Coronation of Miss & Mister North Carolina Central University: 6 p.m., at NCCU Student Center Event Hall

October 22

• Ultimate 10:40 Break: 10:40 a.m., James E. Shepard Library Bowl

October 23

• Ultimate Chicken Wednesday: 11:30 a.m., W.G. Pearson Dining Hall

October 24

• Old School Greek Stroll Off: 10:40 a.m., James E. Shepard Library Bowl
• *Ultimate Hip-Hop Concert with JT, Luh Tyler and Lil Poppa: 7 p.m., McDougald-McLendon Arena, $45 General Admission
• *Young Alumni Party, 8 p.m., The House Restaurant, 4310 South Miami Blvd, Durham, $10 General Admission; Tables $125-$350

October 25

• Founder’s Day Convocation and Class of 1974 Induction into the Society of Golden Eagles: 9 a.m., McDougald-McLendon Arena
• Wreath-Laying Ceremony: 10:45 a.m., James E. Shepard Administration Circle
• *D9 Alumni and Friends Tailgate: 1 p.m., Outdoor Recreational Track and Field, $40 General Admission
• *Ultimate Homecoming Step Show: 7 p.m., McDougald-McLendon Arena, $30 General Admission
• *NCCU Alumni Homecoming Concert featuring Angie Stone and the NiiTO Band: 8 p.m., Sheraton Imperial Hotel Raleigh-Durham Airport at Research Triangle Park, $155 General Admission
• *Eagle Alley Tent Party: 8 p.m., Outdoor Recreational Track and Field, $100 General Admission

October 26

• Ultimate Homecoming Parade: 9 a.m., Fayetteville Street
• *Ultimate Homecoming Football Game: NCCU vs Morgan State University: 3:30 p.m., O’Kelly-Riddick Stadium, $60 Reserved Bleacher, $50 General Admission, $26 Lawn
• Student/Alumni Social: 5 p.m., James E. Shepard Library Bowl