Homecoming & Family Weekend 2026 will be celebrated September 25 – 27! We look forward to welcoming alumni, students, families, and friends to campus for a weekend of friendship, celebration, competition, and lots of school spirit. The weekend will offer many opportunities for alumni to interact with our students and faculty, visit favorite and new spaces, and experience our vibrant campus. For parents, there will lots of time and many ways to experience WPI alongside your student and to dive deeper into what's available to them as students and graduates.
Please make sure that the Alumni & Volunteer Engagement team has your current contact information on file, including your email address, so we can keep you informed about all the plans. Complete this form if you need to update your information.
Weekend schedule as of Tuesday, September 22, 2026. Event offerings, times, and locations are subject to change without notice.
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 24
George C. Gordon Library Open
8:00 AM to 1:00 AM (Friday)
George C. Gordon Library
Archives & Special Collections Open: Meet the Staff
9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
George C. Gordon Library, Lower Level
Bookstore Open
9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
10% Discount Off Your Purchase at the Bookstore. Discount not valid on textbooks, course required supplies, technology, diploma frames, regalia, premium brands (including, but not limited to, Peter Millar), and gift cards. Cannot be combined with any other offer or promotion and not valid on clearance merchandise. Offer valid September 25-27 only. Other exclusions may apply, see store for details.
Rubin Campus Center
Gladwin Gallery Exhibit Open
9:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Stop by the Gladwin Gallery to see Beyond the Two Towers: How the WPI Plan Embraces Change to Revolutionize Education, 1956-Present Day.
George C. Gordon Library · FREE
Masque Presents "Dark of the Moon"
7:00 to 9:00 PM
Masque Presents Dark of the Moon – a famous 1945 dramatic stage play written by Howard Richardson and William Berney. Dark of the Moon tells the story of John, a witch boy from the Smoky Mountains who turns human to marry a local girl named Barbara, meeting a tragic end.
Tickets are free but should be reserved in advance at https://events.ticketleap.com/tickets/masque/masque-dark-of-the-moon.
Additional Shows: September 25th at 7:00 PM and September 26th at 1:00 PM and 7:00 PM.
The Little Theatre · FREE
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 25
A Term Wellness Day Activities
George C. Gordon Library Open
8:00 AM to 9:00 PM
George C. Gordon Library
Archives & Special Collections Open: Meet the Staff
9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
George C. Gordon Library, Lower Level
Bookstore Open
9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
10% Discount Off Your Purchase at the Bookstore. Discount not valid on textbooks, course required supplies, technology, diploma frames, regalia, premium brands (including, but not limited to, Peter Millar), and gift cards. Cannot be combined with any other offer or promotion and not valid on clearance merchandise. Offer valid September 25-27 only. Other exclusions may apply, see store for details.
Rubin Campus Center
Gladwin Gallery Exhibit Open
9:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Stop by the Gladwin Gallery to see Beyond the Two Towers: How the WPI Plan Embraces Change to Revolutionize Education, 1956-Present Day.
George C. Gordon Library · FREE
Morgan Dining Hall Open
11:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Alumni and families are invited to head to one of our campus dining halls to dine alongside our students! Morgan Dining Hall is a great option. Lunch will be served from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM.
All-you-can-eat buffet. $15 per person; children aged 6 and younger are free.
Morgan Dining Hall
Rubin Campus Center Food Court Open
12:00 to 8:00 PM
Alumni and families are invited to head to one of our campus dining halls to dine alongside our students! The food court in the Rubin Campus Center is a great option.
À la carte pricing on all items.
Rubin Campus Center Food Court
Rope Pull
12:30 to 2:00 PM -- THIS EVENT IS BEING RESCHEDULED TO ANOTHER DATE
Hosted by the Student Alumni Society. The classes of 2030 and 2029 take on the traditional Rope Pull during the annual First-Year / Sophomore competition, plus more competitions for Juniors / Seniors, Student Alumni Society / Skull, and other student organizations. Pre-registration will be requested for students and student groups planning to compete.
Alumni Stadium · FREE
CBC Alumni Coffee & Conversation
4:00 to 6:00 PM
Chemistry & Biochemistry (CBC) alumni are invited to reconnect with old friends and revisit the place where late night study sessions, lab discoveries, and lifelong friendships began. Meet our new department head, catch up with familiar faculty, and get to know the newest faces in the department. RSVPs are requested to assist with planning; however, walk-in will be warmly welcomed. Please RSVP to chem-biochem@wpi.edu.
Goddard Hall 103 · FREE
Computer Science Alumni Gathering
4:00 to 6:00 PM
The Computer Science department is holding this event during Homecoming & Family Weekend to give CS alumni an opportunity to network with each other and CS faculty members. Light refreshments will be available. Advanced registration is requested for this event. Register here through the main Homecoming & Family Weekend registration form.
The Nancy and Mike Abrams '77 Multi-use Lounge and Creative Zone (Room 243) · FREE · Who's Coming?
CWINS/ECE Presents "Fun with Wireless"
4:00 to 6:00 PM
Join the faculty and students of the Center for Wireless Intelligent Network Studies (CWINS) in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) for a series of fun, exciting, hands-on demonstrations. Discover some of the many fascinating ways wireless technology interacts with and impacts our everyday lives. Advanced registration is not requested or required for this event. Questions? Contact Professor Alex Wyglinski at alexw@wpi.edu.
Atwater Kent 230 · FREE
Morgan Dining Hall Open
5:00 to 8:00 PM
Alumni and families are invited to head to one of our campus dining halls to dine alongside our students! Morgan Dining Hall is a great option. Dinner will be served from 5:00 to 8:00 PM.
All-you-can-eat buffet. $15 per person; children aged 6 and younger are free.
Morgan Dining Hall
Pep Rally
5:00 to 9:00 PM
Hosted by the Student Government Association. Games, food, and performances.
Sports & Recreation Center · FREE
Shabbat Services
6:00 to 8:00 PM
Hosted by Hillel. Contact hillel-officers@wpi.edu with questions.
Higgins House Great Hall and Lower Lawn
Hillel Sukkot Observances
6:00 to 11:59 PM
Hosted by Hillel. Contact hillel-officers@wpi.edu with questions.
Higgins House Courtyard
Christian Bible Fellowship: Bible Study
7:00 to 9:00 PM
Hosted by the Christian Bible Fellowship. Contact cbf-lt@wpi.edu with questions.
Salisbury Labs, Room 412
Masque Presents "Dark of the Moon"
7:00 to 9:00 PM
Masque Presents Dark of the Moon – a famous 1945 dramatic stage play written by Howard Richardson and William Berney. Dark of the Moon tells the story of John, a witch boy from the Smoky Mountains who turns human to marry a local girl named Barbara, meeting a tragic end.
Tickets are free but should be reserved in advance at https://events.ticketleap.com/tickets/masque/masque-dark-of-the-moon.
Additional Shows: September 24th at 7:00 PM and September 26th at 1:00 PM and 7:00 PM.
The Little Theatre · FREE
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 26
Hillel Sukkot Observances
12:00 AM to 11:59 PM
Hosted by Hillel. Contact hillel-officers@wpi.edu with questions.
Higgins House Courtyard
Activities at the Donahue Rowing Center
9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Alumni race and social. Please contact Larry Noble (lnoble@wpi.edu) or Jason Steele (jsteele@wpi.edu) with questions.
Donahue Rowing Center, 237 North Quinsigamond Avenue, Shrewsbury, MA
A Conversation with President Wang: The WPI of Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow
9:30 to 11:00 AM
Join President Grace Wang for an inspiring campus update and to hear about how WPI honors its past while shaping a bold future. This engaging program will explore WPI's rich history, the student experience and impact of today, and the exciting opportunities that lie ahead. Light refreshments will be available. Open to all members of the WPI community and free to attend. Advanced registration is requested for this event. Space is limited.
Alden Memorial · FREE · Who's Coming?
Homecoming Brunch and Bouquet making for Officer Bob Vandal's Memorial
10:00 to 11:15 AM
Open to Phi Sigma Sigma members.
Please contact Juliana Nardone at jdnardone@wpi.edu with questions.
Phi Sigma Sigma Chapter House, 15 Elbridge Street
Admissions On-Campus Information Session and Campus Tour
10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
This program is intended for prospective students and families. Your visit to WPI will include an information session followed by a campus tour given by a WPI student. The tour will include access to certain buildings and all visitors will have the opportunity to speak with an admissions counselor. In total, the visit will take about two hours.
Advanced registration is required. Please register here. Also offered at 12:00 PM.
Bartlett Center · FREE
Bookstore Open
10:00 AM to 6:00 PM
10% Discount Off Your Purchase at the Bookstore. Discount not valid on textbooks, course required supplies, technology, diploma frames, regalia, premium brands (including, but not limited to, Peter Millar), and gift cards. Cannot be combined with any other offer or promotion and not valid on clearance merchandise. Offer valid September 25-27 only. Other exclusions may apply, see store for details.
Rubin Campus Center
Morgan Dining Hall Open
10:30 AM to 1:30 PM
Alumni and families are invited to head to one of our campus dining halls to dine alongside our students! Morgan Dining Hall is a great option. Brunch will be served from 10:30 AM to 1:30 PM.
All-you-can-eat buffet. $15 per person; children aged 6 and younger are free.
Morgan Dining Hall
Phi Sigma Kappa Homecoming Activities
10:30 AM to 5:00 PM
Open to Phi Sigma Kappa members.
Schedule of Events:
- 10:30 AM to 2:00 PM: Disc Golf Tournament
- 2:00 to 3:00 PM: Backyard Cookout & Cornhole Tournament
- 3:00 to 4:00 PM: KXA Annual Meeting
- 4:00 to 5:00 PM: Undergraduate-guided house tour
Please contact Evans Wood '27 at emwood@wpi.edu with questions.
Phi Sigma Kappa Chapter House, 11 Dean Street
Fraternity and Sorority Life at WPI
11:00 to 11:45 AM
Join a panel of students and staff to learn more about what it's like to be a member of a fraternity or sorority at WPI. This session is great, especially for families who are looking to learn more about what the Greek Life experience looks like at WPI or for Alumni who are looking to see where WPI fraternity and sorority life is now!
Salisbury Labs, Room 115 · FREE
Reunion Class Meet-Ups
11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
NEW: REUNION CLASS PHOTOS WILL BE TAKEN
Reunion celebrants in the classes of 1976, 1981, 1986, 1991, 1996, 2001, 2006, 2011, 2016, 2021, and 2026 are encouraged to meet-up with classmates at their designated meet-up event so you can reconnect and make plans for the rest of the weekend. Be sure to register so your classmates know you're coming! Information on meet-up locations will be available at the main registration desk during Homecoming & Family Weekend.
Unity Hall · FREE · Who's Coming?
Campus Tour
11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Get to know the WPI of today with a campus tour! Tour guides will show you around and share information on recent renovations, sustainability efforts, and talk about how philanthropy supports life on campus. This tour is still scheduled despite the weather forecast.
Departing from the Bartlett Center · FREE
Coffee with the Heebner Career Development Center
11:00 AM to 12:30 PM
Stop by for coffee with the Heebner Career Development Center (HCDC) team and learn how the HCDC supports the WPI community for life. From alumni career advising and recruiting opportunities to conversations about student career development, we're here to help WPI students and alumni stay connected and engaged.
Heebner Career Development Center, Unity Hall · FREE
Phi Kappa Theta Homecoming Barbeque and Open House
11:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Open to Phi Kappa Theta members.
Please contact Joshua Dunlap '27 at jpdunlap@wpi.edu with questions.
Phi Kappa Theta Chapter House, 26 Institute Road
The Herd Comes Home Gathering on the Quad
11:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Sponsored in part by the Alumni Association. Join your herd in the Sports & Recreation Center for food, games, music, giveaways, trivia, and our famous "Stuff-a-Goat" activity. Advanced registration is requested for this event. Food, drinks, giveaways, and activities are available on a first-come, first-served basis, regardless of pre-registration.
Sports & Recreation Center · FREE · Who's Coming?
Gladwin Gallery Exhibit Open
11:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Stop by the Gladwin Gallery to see Beyond the Two Towers: How the WPI Plan Embraces Change to Revolutionize Education, 1956-Present Day.
George C. Gordon Library · FREE
George C. Gordon Library Open
11:00 AM to 9:00 PM
George C. Gordon Library
Officer Bob Vandal Memorial Celebration
11:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Join members of the WPI community to remember and reflect on Officer Robert "Bob" Vandal’s life and his three decades of service to WPI. Bring your stories and memories of Officer Vandal to share - we’ll supply the coffee and donuts.
~ Friends of Officer Vandal
Venue TBD · FREE
The Fifty-Year Associates Luncheon
11:30 AM to 1:00 PM
NEW: REUNION CLASS PHOTOS WILL BE TAKEN
Open to the classes of 1975 and prior. The classes of 1951, 1956, 1961, 1966, and 1971 will celebrate their reunions during this special luncheon. Emily Ping O'Brien and Gillian McCuistion will share a special presentation from the WPI Archives & Special Collections. Registration for this luncheon includes one complimentary beer or glass of wine with lunch service. Advanced registration is requested for this event.
The Alumni Center at Higgins House · $40 · Who's Coming?
Pickleball Open Play
11:30 AM to 1:00 PM
Whether you've only recently picked up a paddle or you're a regular on the courts, this pick-up pickleball event is the perfect opportunity to play, learn, and connect. Come enjoy a welcoming atmosphere, meet new people, and experience one of the fastest-growing sports around. Players have access to locker rooms and showers, and should bring their own equipment. Registation is not requested or required.
Sports & Recreation Center · FREE
Lambda Chi Alpha Homecoming Lunch
11:30 AM to 5:00 PM
Open to Lambda Chi Alpha members.
Please contact Tucker Heline '28 at theline@wpi.edu with questions.
Lambda Chi Alpha Chapter House, 30 Dean Street
Rubin Campus Center Food Court Open
11:30 AM to 9:00 PM
Alumni and families are invited to head to one of our campus dining halls to dine alongside our students! The food court in the Rubin Campus Center is a great option.
À la carte pricing on all items.
Rubin Campus Center Food Court
Admissions On-Campus Information Session and Campus Tour
12:00 to 2:00 PM
This program is intended for prospective students and families. Your visit to WPI will include an information session followed by a campus tour given by a WPI student. The tour will include access to certain buildings and all visitors will have the opportunity to speak with an admissions counselor. In total, the visit will take about two hours.
Advanced registration is required. Please register here. Also offered at 10:00 AM.
Bartlett Center · FREE
Alpha Phi Family and Alumni Cookout
12:00 to 2:00 PM
Open to Alpha Phi members.
Please contact Jessica Revis '27 at jmrevis@wpi.edu with questions.
Alpha Phi Chapter House, 9 Einhorn Road
Chi Omega Homecoming Gathering
12:00 to 2:00 PM
Open to Chi Omega members.
Please contact Caroline Sturm '28 at crsturm@wpi.edu with questions.
Innovation Studio, Room 205
Women's Soccer vs Mount Holyoke College
12:00 to 2:00 PM
It's a NEWMAC showdown at AlumniStadium! Come cheer on the Engineers as they takeon the Lyons of Mount Holyoke College. Learn More
Alumni Stadium · FREE
ATO Alumni Homecoming
12:00 to 7:00 PM
Open to Alpha Tau Omega memebrs.
Please contact Kevin MacDonald '27 at kdmacdonald@wpi.edu with questions.
Alpha Tau Omega Chapter House, 10 Regent Street
Tau Kappa Epsilon (TKE) Homecoming Gathering
12:00 to 8:00 PM
Open to Tau Kappa Epsilon members.
Please contact Peter Capi '27 at pcapi@wpi.edu with questions.
Tau Kappa Epslion Chapter House, 63 Wachusett Street
History Hunt Candle Walk
12:30 to 1:30 PM
Embark on a journey through the years by visiting some of WPI's Historic Buildings! Learn about them through stories as you follow the candlelit path. Hunt through WPI history in order to complete your journey!
Departing from Sanford Riley Hall · FREE
Campus Tour
1:00 to 2:00 PM
Get to know the WPI of today with a campus tour! Tour guides will show you around and share information on recent renovations, sustainability efforts, and talk about how philanthropy supports life on campus. This tour is still scheduled despite the weather forecast.
Departing from the Bartlett Center · FREE
African Drumming Demonstration
1:00 to 2:30 PM
Join African Drumming Ensemble to learn more and participate in this hands on learning experience! Great for guests and families of all ages!
Rubin Campus Center, Back Patio · FREE
Masque Presents "Dark of the Moon"
1:00 to 3:00 PM
Masque Presents Dark of the Moon – a famous 1945 dramatic stage play written by Howard Richardson and William Berney. Dark of the Moon tells the story of John, a witch boy from the Smoky Mountains who turns human to marry a local girl named Barbara, meeting a tragic end.
Tickets are free but should be reserved in advance at https://events.ticketleap.com/tickets/masque/masque-dark-of-the-moon.
Additional Shows: September 24th at 7:00 PM, September 25th at 7:00 PM, and September 26th at 7:00 PM.
The Little Theatre · FREE
Volleyball vs Springfield College
1:00 to 3:00 PM
It's a NEWMAC showdown in Harrington Audutorium! Come cheer on the Engineers as they takeon the Pride of Springfield College. Learn More
Harrington Auditorium · FREE
Theta Chi Fraternity Open House with Activities, Awards, and Dinner
1:00 to 10:00 PM
Open to Theta Chi members. Dinner served between 6:00 and 7:00 PM.
Please contact Ethan Dean '27 at eddean@wpi.edu with questions.
Theta Chi Chapter House, 85 Salisbury Street
Archives & Special Collections Open: Meet the Staff
1:30 to 3:00 PM
George C. Gordon Library, Lower Level
The Homecoming Parade
2:00 PM -- THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELED
The Homecoming Parade is back! And this time, we're inviting our alumni to be part of it. Members of reunion classes ending in 1 and 6, award recipients, and others will take part in a special Alumni Bridge Crossing before embarking on our traditional march around the Quad.
Student organizations will compete in a spirit competition for a chance to win a $500 donation from the WPI Alumni Association! Click here to register your group.
Volleyball Post-Game Gathering
3:00 to 5:00 PM
Volleyball post-game gathering. Pizza and light refreshments with be provided. Please contact Mickey Cahoon at mcahoon@wpi.edu with questions.
Harrington Auditorium Balcony
Fall Fun with the Social Committee
3:00 to 5:00 PM
Join the Social Committee for fall Tie Dye Fun!
Rubin Campus Center, Back Patio · FREE while supplies last
Honoring Our Champions
3:30 to 5:00 PM
The Alumni Association will present awards for professional achievement and service to WPI. Open to all members of the WPI community and free to attend. Advanced registration is requested for this event. Space is limited.
Alden Memorial · FREE · Who's Coming?
IMGD Alumni Gathering
5:00 PM
Howdy fellow gamers — WPI is gathering alumni on campus for Homecoming & Family Weekend! Let's get together for a chill evening of food and games with old and new friends.
All IMGD alumni welcome, whether you were an IMGD major/minor/grad or part of the greater WPI IM/Game Dev community. Please RSVP here.
Unity Hall 243
Morgan Dining Hall Open
5:00 to 8:00 PM
Alumni and families are invited to head to one of our campus dining halls to dine alongside our students! Morgan Dining Hall is a great option. Dinner will be served from 5:00 to 8:00 PM.
All-you-can-eat buffet. $15 per person; children aged 6 and younger are free.
Morgan Dining Hall
Class of 1986 40th Reunion Event
5:30 to 7:00 PM
NEW: REUNION CLASS PHOTO WILL BE TAKEN
Open to members of the 40th reunion class of 1986 and their guests. Registration for this event includes heavy appetizers and one complimentary beer or glass of wine per attendee. Advanced registration is requested for this event.
The Dean John P. van Alstyne Academic Advising Suite, Unity Hall · $40 · Who's Coming?
Class of 1976 50th Reunion Event
6:00 to 9:00 PM
NEW: REUNION CLASS PHOTO WILL BE TAKEN
Open to members of the 50th reunion class of 1976 and their guests. Reunion celebrants will be inducted into the Fifty-Year Associates. Registration for this event includes complimentary beer and wine during the opening cocktail reception and dinner (choice of beef, chicken, or vegetarian entrée) with cash bar service. Advanced registration is requested for this event.
Rubin Campus Center, Odeum · $85 · Who's Coming?
Alumni Association Gathering at The Boynton
6:00 to 9:00 PM
Cap off your Homecoming celebration at The Boynton, one of WPI's favorite gathering spots. Join fellow alumni to reconnect with old friends, make new connections, and share memories from your time on the Hill. Hosted by the WPI Alumni Association, this gathering includes sponsored appetizers and bar service while the event tab remains open.
The Boynton, 117 Highland Street
Masque Presents "Dark of the Moon"
7:00 to 9:00 PM
Masque Presents Dark of the Moon – a famous 1945 dramatic stage play written by Howard Richardson and William Berney. Dark of the Moon tells the story of John, a witch boy from the Smoky Mountains who turns human to marry a local girl named Barbara, meeting a tragic end.
Tickets are free but should be reserved in advance at https://events.ticketleap.com/tickets/masque/masque-dark-of-the-moon.
Additional Shows: September 24th at 7:00 PM, September 25th at 7:00 PM, and September 26th at 1:00 PM.
The Little Theatre · FREE
Guerilla Improv A Term Show
8:00 to 9:00 PM
Guerilla Improv is the official unscripted improv comedy group at WPI.
Fuller Laboratories, Upper Perreault Hall
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 27
Hillel Sukkot Observances
12:00 AM to 11:59 PM
Hosted by Hillel. Contact hillel-officers@wpi.edu with questions.
Higgins House Courtyard
Morgan Dining Hall Open
10:30 AM to 1:30 PM
Alumni and families are invited to head to one of our campus dining halls to dine alongside our students! Morgan Dining Hall is a great option. Brunch will be served from 10:30 AM to 1:30 PM.
All-you-can-eat buffet. $15 per person; children aged 6 and younger are free.
Morgan Dining Hall
George C. Gordon Library Open
11:00 AM to 1:00 AM (Monday)
George C. Gordon Library
Gladwin Gallery Exhibit Open
11:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Stop by the Gladwin Gallery to see Beyond the Two Towers: How the WPI Plan Embraces Change to Revolutionize Education, 1956-Present Day.
George C. Gordon Library · FREE
Rubin Campus Cener Food Court Open
11:30 AM to 9:00 PM
Alumni and families are invited to head to one of our campus dining halls to dine alongside our students! The food court in the Rubin Campus Center is a great option.
À la carte pricing on all items.
Rubin Campus Center Food Court
Family Weekend Concert: Jazz
12:00 to 1:00 PM
Open to all members of the WPI community.
Alden Memorial · FREE
Family Weekend Concert: Concert Band
1:00 to 2:00 PM
Open to all members of the WPI community.
Alden Memorial · FREE
Family Weekend Concert: Orchestra
2:00 to 3:00 PM
Open to all members of the WPI community.
Alden Memorial · FREE
Family Weekend Concert: Choir
3:00 to 4:00 PM
Open to all members of the WPI community.
First Baptist Church, 111 Park Avenue · FREE
Morgan Dining Hall Open
5:00 to 8:00 PM
Alumni and families are invited to head to one of our campus dining halls to dine alongside our students! Morgan Dining Hall is a great option. Dinner will be served from 5:00 to 8:00 PM.
All-you-can-eat buffet. $15 per person; children aged 6 and younger are free.
Morgan Dining Hall