Everyone’s invited to participate! Students, alumni, faculty and staff, friends and family, and the community are all welcome to join the festivities and cheer on the Big Red!

Yes. Although there is no cost for admission, registration is required to attend the Friday night drone and laser light show. Pre-registration allows for quick check-in at the gates, event announcements, and a chance to win a $25 concessions gift certificate for the Saturday Football game vs. Colgate. Those who do not register in advance will need to do so when they arrive. Online registration will be open in early September.

Yes! The drone and laser light show is free to attend, and Cornell friends and community members are welcome. Registration is required, and pre-registration allows for express check-in. Online registration will be open in early September.

Yes, all football game attendees must have a ticket to enter Schoellkopf Stadium. Alumni and friends should purchase tickets in advance. (on sale starting August 20)

Whether it’s live performances, athletics, family-friendly activities, or informal gatherings, there’s something for everyone during Homecoming weekend. The full schedule will be available in early September.

During Homecoming, your picture may be taken by a hired photographer and possibly used for future Cornell-related media purposes. If you do not want your image used, you are responsible for notifying the photographer at the time the photo is taken. The photographer will delete the image on the spot. The use of drones for any purpose, including photography, is prohibited without prior approval from the Cornell Risk Management office.

Ithaca is a great place to be in the fall! Check out additional things to do in Ithaca and build in time to explore community events, outdoor recreation, and other family fun activities.

No! But in order to enter the gates to the stadium, students must bring their Cornell student IDs for scanning. The clear bag policy will be followed at this event; students checking in without a bag can enter the express line. Please note that there is no secure storage available for bags that do not meet the permitted guidelines. Cornell University and AAD are not responsible for any items left behind.

For students, admission to the Homecoming football game is included with your Big Red Sports Pass. Cornell students can secure one (1) general admission ticket for the game beginning August 20 when single-game ticket sales begin. Learn more here.

Come hungry! Stadium concessions will be serving up your game-day favorites starting at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, now featuring our new and improved menu. They’ll take a quick break from 12:30 – 1:00 p.m. so the Athletics crew can prep the space, then reopen at 1:00 p.m. when the gates open.

Plus, join us Friday night! Concessions will open at 7:30 p.m. when gates open for the drone and laser light show, offering a variety of snacks to enjoy during the event. Friday concessions will close at 9:00 p.m.

Cornell has many dining options on North and Central campus, including grab-and-go meals and snacks as well as sit-down dining experiences. Check the website for up-to-date hours at our cafes and eateries as well as dining at the Statler Hotel.

We do not reserve hotel blocks for Homecoming. Book your accommodations early through one of the many local hotels; and check with your hotel for shuttle service to and from campus.

Dorms are not available to guests during Homecoming weekend.

Parking on campus is free after 5:00 p.m. on Friday, but some areas around Schoellkopf Stadium will be limited due to road closures. Review the short-term parking options for more information. See below for accessible parking accommodations.

Consult Cornell Athletics parking page. Parking for Saturday’s Homecoming events will be $25 in Hoy Garage (tailgating prohibited) and $30 for Kite Hill Lots, Wing Drive & Alumni Lot (tailgating permitted). Free parking is also available in the TRB Lot, B Lot and Oxley Lot (Note: Oxley Lot has a lot of stairs). Tailgating activity is not permitted in unmonitored lots. See below for accessible parking accommodations.

Tailgating permits will be available for purchase first-come, first-served starting at 11:00 a.m. on game day. Tailgating is available in Kite Hill, Kite Hill Extension, Wing Drive & Alumni Lot. Tailgating permits cost $30; cash is accepted at all entrances. Credit cards are also accepted at the intersection of Wing Drive and Campus Road when entering westbound from Judd Falls.

Many alumni classes and affinity groups will host their own tailgates before the football game. More details on how to connect with these groups will be available in early September. Alumni groups with an established Alumni Affairs staff contact can reach out for more information about pre-purchasing tailgate spots. View a parking map and access a full list of tailgating policies.

No, this event will not be available via livestream.

Yes! A link to the ESPN+ page can be found here.
(When you click “Watch Live”, you’ll be redirected to this page.)

In the event of severe weather, the Friday night show will be canceled. All guests will be notified via the email and mobile number provided during registration, as well as on the Homecoming website. The Saturday football game will continue rain or shine. In the case of severe weather, all guests who pre-register will be notified via the email and mobile number provided during registration.

The use of personal drones during the Friday Night Stadium Show is strictly prohibited in accordance with safety regulations set forth by the FAA, Tompkins County, and Cornell University. Cameras are allowed, however flash photography and drone photography is not permitted. Camcorders and other video devices as well as tripods are also not permitted.

To uphold health and safety protocols, minimize contact, and ensure a swift entry process, a clear bag policy will be followed at all Cornell Athletics ticketed events.

Cornell Athletics strongly discourages guests from bringing bags, but if a bag is necessary, all bags are subject to inspection. Permissible bags include clear totes (not exceeding 12”x6”x12”), 1-gallon clear storage bags, strapless/handheld clutches (not exceeding 6.5" x 4.5"), and diaper bags (must be accompanied by a child). One bag per guest is permitted.

Fans who bring unauthorized bags to the game will be asked to return the bags to their vehicle. No secure storage options will be available for personal belongings that do not meet the permitted guidelines. Cornell University and AAD are not responsible for any items left behind.

Students who arrive at Schoellkopf Stadium for the drone and laser light show without any bags will enter the stadium through an express line.

Cornell is committed to providing a friendly, safe, and welcoming environment for all event attendees. Please review Cornell’s Expectations for our Alumni Community for more details. We're looking forward to welcoming you back to campus.

We strive to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals, including individuals with disabilities, to engage fully. If you or your guests have accessibility needs, please indicate that as part of your registration and review the information listed below to learn about the parking plans and infrastructure of Schoellkopf Stadium.

For your safety, please be aware that laser effects will be used during the Friday show in Schoellkopf. While all lasers are operated in compliance with federal safety regulations, individuals with light sensitivity or related conditions should take precautions.

If you have additional questions or want to confirm your specific needs, please email homecoming@cornell.edu with details so that we may determine arrangements with you.

For Friday night’s drone and laser light show, guests requiring mobility assistance who have accessible plates, permits, or placards may park in the Bartels metered lot. Guests will need to show their identification to Cornell Police, who are limiting access to this parking lot. Guests without accessibility credentials but requiring mobility assistance may be dropped off at the Bartels metered lot while their drivers park their car in the B Lot (free after 5:00 p.m.). Golf carts will then transport all guests in the party from the Bartels lot to the closest ADA entrance to the fireworks in Schoellkopf Stadium.

For the Saturday football game, accessible parking will be available in the Bartels metered lot with a special permit that is issued day-of (cash only, $25). An accessible parking placard must be presented for lot access. Golf carts will then transport all guests in the party from the Bartels lot to the closest stadium entrance.

For additional information, please contact the Cornell Athletic Ticketing Office at 607-255-4247 or bigredtix@cornell.edu.

For the drone and laser light show and football game, use entrances EE/EF or EK/EJ to access ADA seating platforms inside the stadium.

Restrooms are located inside the gates on the Crescent Concourse, to the left and right of Concessions.

Please email homecoming@cornell.edu with any additional questions you may have.