UCOs Homecoming Events

The University of Central Oklahoma is celebrating its 109th Homecoming, “Once Upon a Homecoming,” from Sep. 19-26 with traditions across campus.

Saturday Sept. 19

Oklahoma State Fairytale: Starts at 6 p.m. where students can arrive at Gate One at the State Fair. The first 500 students get free admission. The fair features the world’s tallest traveling Ferris wheel, approximately 230 feet tall, Route 66 centennial celebrations, live concerts, and family exhibits.

Central 5 K: 8 a.m. in the College of Business.
Dec the Campus: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., when students can gather to help decorate the campus for Homecoming Week.
The Lip Sync Battle: 7 p.m. in the Hamilton Field House.

Hats Fit for a Fairytale: At the Blue Tent by broncho lake, Students can come together to decorate hats for Homecoming week.
Storybook Safari: 11 a.m. on Buddy’s Lawn. Students can spend time with animals and take photos.
Cho’s Trivia: 4 p.m., in the Nigh, Ballroom A. Teams will showcase their knowledge over various topics about UCO and the Homecoming theme. .
Bronchos After Dark: Masked in Magic is at 6 p.m. in the Nigh Ballrooms. Students can make a mask and spend their evening with music, dancing, glowing lights, and other surprises.

Decorate Your Story: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the Blue Tent, where students can decorate a journal and create a bookmark that reflects their style.
Big Pink: 4 p.m. to 7 p.m at the UCO Wellness Center. The Big Pink all-inclusive volleyball tournament will be open to students representing their organizations, faculty, and staff. This tournament is free.

Capture the Flag: From 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Plunket Park and is the final event of homecoming.
Homecoming game: kickoff time is at 7 p.m. at the Chad Richison Stadium.

See UCOs Homecoming UCORE for more information.

This article was updated after publishing to replace the locations of Capture the Flag, Big Pink, and Cho Trivia from to be continued.