Festivals

Homecoming 2026

September 17 - October 3 | Theme: "Eau So Golden"

Homecoming events can be found in the BC+ Events or on the Homecoming - Student Events webpage

Spirit Competition

The heart of Homecoming lies between school-pride and friendly competition. So why leave the competition only to Blugold Athletes! The Spirit Competition is open to all registered student organizations and campus groups (i.e., hall councils, club sports, affiliated organizations). Below we have the Attendance Competition rules, Royalty Candidate rules, and Homecoming Prize information! Reach out to uac@uwec.edu with questions.

  • Homecoming Attendance Competition

    • Participating registered student organizations and campus groups will check in with an event facilitator, and the number of attendees within that group will be counted. 1 point for each organization or group representative.
    • An individual’s participation can only go towards ONE student organization or group.
    • Participating groups or organizations’ attendance will be counted at the events listed below throughout the week. The organization or group with the highest attendance will be the winning Organization.

    Events for Participation Points include: Blu's Bingo, Campus Games, the Bonfire & Rally, and the Parade

  • Royalty Competition

    Candidates must be sponsored by an organization or group and must be willing to assume campaign responsibilities. Those responsibilities include following campaign rules, timeframe, and being present for the Friday event and Parade.

    • Candidates must be UWEC students.
    • No cross campaigning is allowed. Candidates may only represent one registered student organization or campus group.
    • Candidates for royalty will run as individuals and will be voted as individuals who represent their sponsoring organization or group.
    • Candidates must submit a Royalty Candidate form on Blugold Connect+ prior to the deadline.

    Campaign Materials and Guidelines:

    1. Campaign materials are allowed in Residence Halls as designated by the Hall Director. Candidates are responsible for contacting Hall Directors to request approval.
    2. Materials are NOT allowed in Davies, Hilltop, Crest Wellness Center, McPhee, or any Academic building.
    3. Lawn signs are permitted within a specific section of the campus mall. Candidates will receive this information once they are registered.
    4. Signs can be no larger than 24"x24" and can only be posted using a wire stake.
    5. Each candidate can post up to 10 signs.
    6. Signs may be posted on the Monday of Homecoming week at 11am and must be removed on the Thursday of Homecoming week by 6pm.
    7. Signs will be confiscated if rules are broken.

  • Medallion Hunt

    Starting on Monday morning, one hint per day will be posted to the @uwecinvolvement Instagram story referring to where the medallion may be hidden on campus. Once the medallion has been found, it will be announced on social media.

    The first student organization or group to find the hidden medallion will be the winner. To be the winner, they must bring the found medallion to the Activities, Involvement and Leadership Office.

Homecoming Prizes

Homecoming Attendance Competition: The group with the most attendance from the entire week will receive $200 of custom designed merch for their group! The custom design will be made by a graphic designer.

Homecoming Pennant: Blugold Dining credit of $150. This credit will go towards catering for an event during the 2026-2027 academic year.

Campus Games: Prize basket with items from Downtown Eau Claire businesses.

Medallion: The winner will get to keep the medallion.

Royalty Winners: Commemorative sash, riding in the parade, and recognition at the football game.

Parade Prizes:

  • Non-Musical Marching Unit: 1st Place - $100, 2nd Place - $75, 3rd Place - $50
  • Float: 1st Place - $150, 2nd Place - $100, 3rd Place - $75

Homecoming Forms

Homecoming Parade

Sign up your student organization to be either a float, walking unit, or decorated vehicle! Deadline to sign up is Friday, Sept. 25.

Parade Sign Up Form

Royalty Candidate

Show off your school spirit and your student organization! Be sure to read the Royalty Competition information before you sign up. Deadline to sign up is Friday, Sept. 25.

Royalty Sign Up Form

Pennant Decorating

Homecoming pennants bring Davies to life during Homecoming week. Show off your crafting skills and promote your student organizations! Deadline to sign up is Wednesday, Sept. 23.

Pennant Sign Up Form

Get Involved!

Do you want to be part of the fun? If planning large-scale events and celebrations is your thing, UAC Festivals is the place for you! To find out how to get involved, reach out to one of the Festivals chairs listed below.

Chairs: Vicki Czap (CZAPVJ2994@uwec.edu) and
Rebekah Conrad (CONRADR3441@uwec.edu)