Homecoming
Homecoming 2025 is here! STAMP has lots planned—see what's in store!
More information about the full Homecoming 2025 line up can be found at homecoming.umd.edu
Spirit Week
Spirit Colors
Celebrate Homecoming and show your Maryland pride by wearing the color of the day:
- Monday, Oct. 27: RED
- Tuesday, Oct. 28: WHITE
- Wednesday, Oct. 29: BLACK
- Thursday, Oct. 30: GOLD
- Friday, Oct. 31: ALL Maryland Colors
Spirit Ambassadors will be popping up around campus and handing out Homecoming swag all week long. Make sure you're wearing the color of the day, and you might score some freebies!
University Book Center - Color the Day Discount Offer
Wear your UMD Color of the Day gear and receive a 10% discount on your purchase at the University Book Center! Check out Book Center Hours here: https://stamp.umd.edu/university_book_center
How can I get Homecoming 2025 swag?
Wear the color of the day, and Spirit Ambassadors might reward you!
Text "UMDHomecoming" to 71444 to get reminders and inside info about Homecoming, like details about pop up Spirit Stations. We might also surprise subscribers with bonus giveaways!
Visit STAMP while wearing the spirit color of the day and you could run into the Scarf Spirit Ambassador, who'll give a scarf to select Terps as a reward for their Homecoming spirit.
Kick off Homecoming weekend at Terp Carnival on McKeldin Mall, 2:00 – 7:00 p.m. on Friday, October 31. We'll hand out a limited number of Homecoming 2025 scarves and other swag to current UMD students.
WEEK OF EVENTS
(Check out ALL Homecoming events here: https://homecoming.umd.edu/events)
Sunday Oct 26, 2025
SEE Presents: Homecoming Comedy Show ft. Marcello Hernández
7:00 PM @ XFINITY Center
Co-sponsors: SEE (Student Entertainment Events)
SEE’s Homecoming comedy show featuring Marcello Hernández. Since starting his career performing stand-up in Miami clubs, Marcello Hernández has quickly carved out a space as one of comedy’s rising and most popular voices. A Cuban-Dominican comedian, writer, and actor, Hernandez joined Saturday Night Live in 2022 as both a featured actor and a writer. He became the show’s first Latin cast member in nearly a decade as well as SNL’s first Gen Z member. His high-energy and witty comedy earned him his breakout status. On SNL, he gained virality and widespread attention for his character “Domingo,” appearing in several skits, namely SNL’s parody of Sabrina Carpenter’s “Espresso.”
Before SNL, Hernandez developed an online following with viral sketch videos and stand-up clips, with his content blending humor and stories about his upbringing. He was named a Just For Laughs New Face in 2022 and has opened for established names like Dave Chappelle—he has also opened before at UMD in 2022 for Colin Jost. Hernandez has also appeared on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. In 2024, he released his first comedy special entitled Que Paso?, praised for its humor and rhythm. Now, Hernandez remains a star on SNL, delivering charisma and quick wit, and continuing to make it clear why he is a rising star in comedy.
RSVP / Registration link: https://umdtickets.universitytickets.com/
Monday, Oct 27, 2025
Say It with Signs: Homecoming Edition ft. Natterdoodle
Two sessions: 5:00 PM and 7:00 PM (each ~1 hour) @ Adele H. Stamp Student Union — Studio A
Co-sponsors: Studio A & Terps After Dark
Get crafty and show your Terp pride! Join us for a Homecoming edition of Say It with Signs featuring Natterdoodle. Students must RSVP for one of two sessions to create a UMD-inspired sign. All supplies provided. Check out the artist Natterdoodle: https://natterdoodle.com/
RSVP:
5pm: stamp.umd.edu/Home-Art-5pm
7pm: stamp.umd.edu/Home-Art-7pm
Tuesday, Oct 28, 2025
Homecoming Text Quest (HOMECOMING Edition)
10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Starting Point: Adele H. Stamp Student Union — Food Court (starting point)
Co-sponsors: STAMP & Terps After Dark
A campus-wide, text-based scavenger hunt. Clues drop from 10 AM–10 PM starting at the STAMP Food Court — no check-in required. Complete at your own pace to be entered into the Homecoming raffle (prizes include an iPad, Homecoming swag, and more). Text TERPSAFTERDARK to 71444 to join. Tag @umdhomecoming on socials to be featured.
RSVP: stamp.umd.edu/textquest1028 or Text TERPSAFTERDARK to 71444 to join
Homecoming Key Holder Craft
12:00 PM – 2:00 PM @ Studio A
Co-sponsors: Studio A
Drop-in craft to design a wooden key-holder plaque. All supplies provided.
RSVP: Drop-in; no RSVP required
Wednesday, Oct 29, 2025
Terp Traditions Month Table at STAMP
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM @ Outside Adele H. Stamp Student Union
Co-sponsors: Student Alumni Leadership (SALC)
Come kick off Homecoming and Halloween right with a sweet treat! The Student Alumni Leadership (SALC) will be hosting our fourth and final Terp Traditions Month table! Visit us outside of Stamp on Wednesday, October 29th, from 1pm-2pm. The first 50 people to show up will get a free Maryland Dairy coupon! Follow us on Instagram @umdsalc to learn more.
'We Give Blood' B1G Ten Homecoming Blood Drive Competition
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM @ Colony Ballroom Adele H. Stamp Student Union
The We Give Blood Drive competition, which is sponsored by Abbott and the Big Ten conference, has Big Ten schools competing to see who donates the most blood among students, alumni and fans. Abbott and the Big Ten created this competition to help alleviate critical blood shortages across the country. Go to BigTen.org/Abbott/Maryland or text DONATE to 222688 to log your donation for the University of Maryland and receive a free Homefield t-shirt
Juke Joint
Doors at 6:30 PM @ Adele H. Stamp Student Union — Grand Ballroom
Co-sponsors: Nyumburu Cultural Center
A music and community event celebrating local culture and student performers. Grab your ticket today
Thursday, Oct 30, 2025
Halloween Flu Clinic
10:00 AM – 4:00 PM @ Adele H. Stamp Student Union — Atrium
Co-sponsors: University Health Center
University Health Center flu clinic with a Halloween theme (walk-in or scheduled depending on UHC guidance).
UBC Big Tent Sale
11:00am - 3:00pm @ Outside Adele H. Stamp Student Union
Co-sponsors: University Book Center
Stop by for deals of 50% off or more on select merchandise. Stock is limited and won't last long. You can find us at our tent near the Stamp entrance, baseball field side. If rainy or windy, we'll be in the bookstore, lower level. Go Terps!
Homecoming Cornhole Classic Tournament
2:00 PM – 6:00 PM @ Adele H. Stamp Student Union — Grand Ballroom
Co-sponsors: Terps After Dark
Step up your game at the Homecoming Cornhole Classic Tournament: The Ultimate Toss Tour! 🎯 Compete alongside (and against!) professional ACL athletes for prizes, bragging rights, and pro tips. Whether you're a seasoned player or just in it for fun, all skill levels are welcome — equipment, giveaways, photo ops, and epic tosses included!
RSVP: stamp.umd.edu/HC-CornHole
Teddy's Pup Parade
5:00 PM – 6:00 PM @ McKeldin Mall
Co-sponsors: UMPD
Calling all well behaved dogs for Teddy’s Pup Parade! Join us for the most adorable event of the year!
Info: https://umpd.umd.edu/node/42039
Stamp Gallery Exhibition — “We Will Not Be Silent: Art Transforming Rape Culture”
Oct 30, 2025 – Nov 1, 2025 (times vary)
Location: Adele H. Stamp Student Union — STAMP Gallery
Co-sponsors Studio A; Do Good Institute Campus Fund Grant; Arts For All; Maryland State Arts Council; LGBTQ+ Equity Center; CARE to Stop Violence
A curated exhibition addressing rape culture through art and community dialogue.
Friday, Oct 31, 2025
Homecoming Food Truck Festival
12:00 PM – 4:00 PM @ Chapel Parking Lot
Co-sponsors: Department of Resident Life
Come out to the Memorial Chapel Lot to celebrate Homecoming at the University of Maryland with some of the best food truck from the College Park area, including Taqueria Habanero, Trini Vybez, the Crepe Shoppe, Namit Filipino Barbecue, and DEM Pies. Stop by the Resident Life table to participate in a raffle for Maryland-themed prizes and then go down to McKeldin Mall for the Terp Carnival (2:00 PM - 7:00 PM). For disability accommodations please contact Dan Hairfield at hairfiel@umd.edu.
Info: https://terplink.umd.edu/event/11628166
Terp Carnival
Start / End: 2:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Location: McKeldin Mall (kickoff at Stamp/arrivals)
Co-sponsors / Owner: STAMP, Homecoming Committee, Alumni Relations, Athletics
Get ready for an afternoon of high-energy fun at the Haunted Homecoming Terp Carnival! It will be an unforgettable celebration featuring games, inflatables, food trucks, music, giveaways, fireworks, and all the Terp spirit you can handle. Whether you’re tossing bean bags or grabbing a bite to eat, there’s something for everyone—students, alumni, families, and friends alike. Show off your Maryland pride and make lasting memories with the Terp community!
Want the coveted Homecoming Scarf - Line up will be at 3pm (or naturally) near the sundial.
Highlight: Meet Grand Marshal: UMD Alumni Ashley Manning Foxworth '06 and Domonique Foxworth '04 and get a free scoop of ice cream for the first 800 students!
Information: stamp.umd.edu/terpcarnival2025
Saturday, Nov 1, 2025
Spirit of Maryland Winner Announced
The Spirit of Maryland contest winner will be announced at Halftime during the Terps Football game. Check out this year’s students here: https://stamp.umd.edu/spirit_maryland
Terpsville Fan Fest
Terpsville Fan Fest, presented by Sardi's, is an all-ages pregame destination located on the Jones-Hill House indoor football practice field three hours before kickoff and closing 30 minutes before. Fans can enjoy inflatables, face painting, yard games, and more!
UMD Football Game vs. Indiana
Kick off announcement soon – Maryland Football Stadium
Join the Terrapins at SECU Stadium for an exciting day of Big Ten football! Enjoy pre-game festivities, halftime entertainment and more.
Follow @UMDHomecoming on all socials!
Be the first to know by texting "UMDHOMECOMING" to 71444.
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