Fresno State invites students, faculty, staff, alumni and the community to celebrate homecoming week Oct. 5 through 10, highlighting the university’s inaugural season in the Pac-12 Conference.
This year’s theme, “PAC’d with Pride,” features a week of campus traditions, student activities, athletic competitions and community events leading up to the Oct. 10 football matchup against Boise State at Valley Children’s Stadium.
Homecoming events include:
MONDAY, OCT. 5
Crowning the Victor E. Statue
Fresno State will launch a new homecoming tradition by ceremonially crowning the Victor E. Bulldog statue in front of the Resnick Student Union. Following the ceremony, attendees will be invited to “pet the paw” for good luck and meet live mascot Victor E. Bulldog IV.
Time: 10:30 to 11 a.m.
Venue: Victor E. Bulldog statue (north entrance of the Resnick Student Union)
Audience: Fresno State students, faculty, staff, and alumni
Price: Free
Fired Up by the Fountain — Homecoming Kickoff
Kick off homecoming week at the heart of campus with live entertainment and Bulldog spirit.
Time: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Venue: Memorial Gardens (lawn in front of Kennel Bookstore)
Audience: Fresno State students, faculty, staff, and alumni
Price: Free
TUESDAY, OCT. 6
Paint the Path
Continue the campus tradition by painting the Memorial Gardens walkway to create a spirited path through the heart of campus. All supplies provided.
Time: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Venue: Walkway of Memorial Gardens (by Memorial Fountain)
Audience: Fresno State students, faculty, staff, and alumni
Price: Free
Tie Dye and Good Vibes
Create a tie-dye spirit shirt. All supplies provided (while supplies last).
Time: 3 to 5 p.m.
Venue: Student Housing (outside Graves Hall)
Audience: Fresno State students
Price: Free
WEDNESDAY, OCT. 7
Build-A-Bulldog
Stuff and decorate a plush Bulldog or construct a Bulldog brick-building set, while supplies last.
Time: 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Venue: Memorial Gardens (lawn in front of Kennel Bookstore)
Audience: Fresno State students
Price: Free
Fitness Court Challenge
Preview recent fitness court updates before participating in energizing exercises and team competitions with prizes and giveaways. Drop-ins are welcome.
Time: 3 to 5 p.m. (court open house begins at 3 p.m.; competition begins at 4 p.m.)
Venue: Fitness Court (between North Gym and South Gym)
Audience: Fresno State students
Price: Free
THURSDAY, OCT. 8
Unveiling: Student Art in The Den
Celebrate student artwork created for campus peace rooms, meet the artists and enjoy complimentary boba drinks.
Time: 11 a.m. to noon
Venue: Resnick Student Union (The Den, Third Floor)
Audience: Fresno State students
Price: Free
Fresno State Soccer vs. Boise State
Cheer on the women’s soccer team with a free pregame student tailgate, giveaways, T-shirt tosses and halftime competitions.
Time: Tailgate at 6 p.m., game at 7 p.m.
Venue: Bulldog Soccer Stadium
Audience: Tailgate exclusively for Fresno State students; game open to all
Price: Tailgate is free; game tickets are available at gobulldogs.com.
FRIDAY, OCT. 9
Red Friday
Faculty and staff will rally for the homecoming game with music from the Bulldog Marching Band, cheer performances, games and prizes.
Time: 9 to 10 a.m.
Venue: Resnick Student Union Event Plaza
Audience: Fresno State faculty and staff
Price: Free
Line Dance Class
Take a midday line dancing class ahead of the weekend celebrations.
Time: 3:30 p.m.
Venue: Student Recreation Center (corner of Shaw Avenue and Woodrow Avenue)
Audience: Fresno State students
Price: Free
Homecoming Takeover at Crow & Wolf
Bulldogs, alumni, fans and community supporters can gather for a Friday night block party featuring craft brews, local food trucks, live music, airbrush tattoos and family-friendly activities. Attendees can register in advance through the Fresno State Alumni Association to receive a wristband for discounted drinks.
Time: 4 to 10 p.m.
Venue: Crow & Wolf Brewing Co. Taproom (526 Spruce Avenue in Clovis)
Audience: Open to the public (all ages welcome; 21-plus to consume alcohol)
Price: Free admission; food and beverages available for purchase
SATURDAY, OCT. 10
Fresno State Volleyball vs. Boise State
Support the women’s volleyball team in a home conference matchup.
Time: Noon
Venue: Save Mart Center
Audience: Open to the public
Price: Game tickets are available at gobulldogs.com.
Homecoming Student Tailgate
The official student tailgate hosted by Associated Students, Inc. features music, food and games.
Time: 5:30 to 7 p.m.
Venue: Student Housing (corner of Scotts Avenue and Rowell Avenue)
Audience: Fresno State students
Price: Free
Fresno State Football vs. Boise State
Join the Red Wave to cheer on the Bulldogs as they attempt to win their fourth straight game against Boise State with Pac-12 contention on the line.
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Venue: Valley Children’s Stadium
Audience: Open to the public
Price: Game tickets are available at gobulldogs.com.
For more information about Fresno State homecoming, visit homecoming.fresnostate.edu or follow @FSHomecoming on Instagram.
Homecoming events are sponsored by Associated Students, Inc.; Fresno State Athletics; Fresno State Alumni Association; Division of Student Affairs and Enrollment Management; Staff Assembly Executive Committee; Student Involvement; Student Health and Counseling Center; Student Housing; and the Student Recreation Center.
