WCU Homecoming and Family Weekend

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Friday, October 3 – Sunday, October 5, 2025Get Ready. Golden Rams!
Homecoming and Family Weekend

Join us for a high-energy weekend packed with celebration, connection, and Ram pride. Whether you’re an alum returning to your old stomping grounds, a student making new memories, a proud family member, or a friend of the University, this is your invitation to be part of WCU’s most-special weekend.

Enjoy exciting athletic events, spirited traditions, live entertainment, campus activities, and plenty of surprises along the way. It’s a weekend where purple and gold shine bright — and where lifelong memories are made.

2025 Homecoming and Family Weekend schedule is coming soon.

Let’s celebrate all things WCU. Rams Up!

2025 Homecoming & Family Weekend Schedule

The full schedule of events and activities for 2025 is coming soon.

FRIDAY October 3

SATURDAY October 4

Friday - October 3

Event name	Time	Location
Alumni Homecoming Kickoff Party	5:30PM-8:30PM	Alumni & Foundation Center
Chris Distefano Chris Distefano is a comedy powerhouse known for his relatable humor and magnetic stage presence. In 2023, he made history as the first stand-up comedian to sell out both Radio City Music Hall and The Theater at Madison Square Garden on consecutive nights. A true multi-platform talent, Chris has established himself across stand-up comedy, podcasting, television, and social media. His highly anticipated new hour-long special, It’s Just Unfortunate, executive produced by Jimmy Kimmel, is currently streaming on Hulu. Chris launched his career on MTV’s Guy Code and Girl Code, before starring in IFC’s Benders and co-hosting Netflix’s Ultimate Beastmaster. He also hosted the Super Maximum Retro Show on Vice TV. His 2022 Netflix special, Speshy Weshy, along with his previous Size 38 Waist on Comedy Central, solidified his comedic reputation. He gained widespread recognition with his appearances on Guy Code and went on to star in Netflix’s The Comedy Lineup. Chris co-hosts the hit History Hyenas podcast with Yannis Pappas and also runs his solo show, Chrissy Chaos. He’s a frequent guest on top podcasts like The Joe Rogan Experience and Your Mom’s House, and has appeared on shows such as Impractical Jokers and The Deuce. With a massive social media following, Chris engages fans with stand-up clips, personal content, and updates. As he continues to evolve his career, with new television projects and exciting content in the pipeline, Chris is firmly securing his place as one of the brightest stars in comedy for years to come.	8:00 PM	Emilie K. Asplundh Concert Hall

Event name

Time

Location

Alumni Homecoming Kickoff Party

5:30PM-8:30PM

Alumni & Foundation Center

Comedian Chris DiStefano October 3rd at 8pm for WCU Live

Chris Distefano

Chris Distefano is a comedy powerhouse known for his relatable humor and magnetic stage presence. In 2023, he made history as the first stand-up comedian to sell out both Radio City Music Hall and The Theater at Madison Square Garden on consecutive nights.

A true multi-platform talent, Chris has established himself across stand-up comedy, podcasting, television, and social media. His highly anticipated new hour-long special, It’s Just Unfortunate, executive produced by Jimmy Kimmel, is currently streaming on Hulu.

Chris launched his career on MTV’s Guy Code and Girl Code, before starring in IFC’s Benders and co-hosting Netflix’s Ultimate Beastmaster. He also hosted the Super Maximum Retro Show on Vice TV. His 2022 Netflix special, Speshy Weshy, along with his previous Size 38 Waist on Comedy Central, solidified his comedic reputation. He gained widespread recognition with his appearances on Guy Code and went on to star in Netflix’s The Comedy Lineup.

Chris co-hosts the hit History Hyenas podcast with Yannis Pappas and also runs his solo show, Chrissy Chaos. He’s a frequent guest on top podcasts like The Joe Rogan Experience and Your Mom’s House, and has appeared on shows such as Impractical Jokers and The Deuce.

With a massive social media following, Chris engages fans with stand-up clips, personal content, and updates. As he continues to evolve his career, with new television projects and exciting content in the pipeline, Chris is firmly securing his place as one of the brightest stars in comedy for years to come.

8:00 PM

Emilie K. Asplundh Concert Hall

Saturday - October 4

Event Name	Time	Location
Pre-Game Tailgate Hosted by the Alumni Association, the Pre-Game Tailgate includes music, food and drinks, plus family-fun activities. *This is a paid event.	12pm – 3pm	N Lot, Farrell Stadium
WCU vs. East Stroudsburg University Football Game Cheer on the WCU Golden Rams Football team as they take on East Stroudsburg University. Halftime performance by the Incomparable Golden Rams Marching Band. *This is a ticketed event.	2pm	Farrell Stadium

Event Name

Time

Location

Pre-Game Tailgate

Hosted by the Alumni Association, the Pre-Game Tailgate includes music, food and drinks, plus family-fun activities. *This is a paid event.

12pm – 3pm

N Lot, Farrell Stadium

WCU vs. East Stroudsburg University Football Game

Cheer on the WCU Golden Rams Football team as they take on East Stroudsburg University. Halftime performance by the Incomparable Golden Rams Marching Band. *This is a ticketed event.

2pm

Farrell Stadium