This Week's Events
October 5
Roadrunners Give Back
Time: 8:00 am - Noon
Location: Student Union Paseo
During Roadrunners Give Back, choose from a variety of service projects on and off-campus to give back to your community and unite with Roadrunners past and present. Birds Up! Go 'Runners!
October 6
UTSA Spirit Day - Western Wear
Time: Any
Location: Everywhere
Show off your UTSA Spirit by wearing your western style fit.
HOCO Kickoff 2025
Time: 11:30 am
Location: Main Campus - SU 1st Floor Lobby
Get some swag and make some memories by taking a photo with the HOCO letters.
Homecoming DIY Bash
Time: 5:00 pm
Location: Student Union - Denman Room
Create some DIY items for Homecoming, including bows, mums, garters, aprons, and more!
Refreshments will be provided.
October 7
UTSA Spirit Day - Represent your Academic College
Time: Any
Location: Everywhere
Show off your UTSA Spirit by wearing your Academic College gear!
Spirit of the Roadrunner
Time: All Day, beginning at 8:00 am
Location: Online Vote on RowdyLink
Vote for Spirit of the Roadrunner - students who embody the spirit of UTSA while striving for the highest levels of academic achievement, campus involvement, and community service. The top two candidates will demonstrate that they carry out the Roadrunner Creed in their daily actions on campus. The UTSA Spirit of the Roadrunner award recipients will be announced during the Homecoming game halftime show!
Student Success Day
Time: 11:00 am
Location: Main Campus - Sombrilla
An exciting and collaborative event that brings together the Division of Student Success, College Student Success Centers, and key units across our broader student success ecosystem. Learn about these various divisions and departments and how their services and resources can support your success at UT San Antonio.
Homecoming Blitz
Time: 4:00 -pm
Location: Downtown Campus - Bill Miller Plaza
UTSA Student Involvement Center is hosting Homecoming Blitz, a traditional spirited event that takes in the heart of the Downtown Campus. Join us for activities, and food, and get ready for the homecoming game. Homecoming Blitz will be in the Bill Miller Plaza.
October 8
UTSA Spirit Day - School Colors
Time: Any
Location: Everywhere
Show off your UTSA Spirit by wearing your orange and blue!
Spirit of the Roadrunner Voting
Time: All Day
Location: Online Vote on RowdyLink
Vote for Spirit of the Roadrunner - students who embody the spirit of UTSA while striving for the highest levels of academic achievement, campus involvement, and community service. The top two candidates will demonstrate that they carry out the Roadrunner Creed in their daily actions on campus. The UTSA Spirit of the Roadrunner award recipients will be announced during the Homecoming game halftime show!
Thanks Day
Time: 10:00 am
Location: Main Campus - Sombrilla
A special day of gratitude as we celebrate the incredible donors who help make the Roadrunner experience possible! Sign the giant thank you card and show your appreciation for the scholarships, student programs, and campus resources that donor support makes possible.
Game Week Wednesday
Time: 11:00 am
Location: Main Campus - Central Plaza
UTSA Athletics will in the Central Plaza for Game Week Wednesday where you'll find Coach Traylor hyping you p for this weekend's game!
Rowdy Campus Store Fashion Show
Time: 12:00 pm
Location: Student Union Retama Auditorium
See fellow Roadrunners strut their stuff on the runway! They will be dressed in the newest Rowdy Campus Store threads and merchandise. This is definitely an event you don't want to miss!
October 9
UTSA Spirit Day - Represent your Student Organization
Time: Any
Location: Everywhere
Rep your student organization. Wear your letters or logos.
Spirit of the Roadrunner
Time: All Day, ending 8:00 pm
Location: Online Vote on RowdyLink
Vote for Spirit of the Roadrunner - students who embody the spirit of UTSA while striving for the highest levels of academic achievement, campus involvement, and community service. The top two candidates will demonstrate that they carry out the Roadrunner Creed in their daily actions on campus. The UTSA Spirit of the Roadrunner award recipients will be announced during the Homecoming game halftime show!
Rowdy Prize Cab
Time: 1:00 pm
Location: Main Campus - Paseo
Be on the lookout for the Homecoming Rowdy Prize Cab! During our campus version of CashCab, members of Rowdy Crew and SGA will be traveling around campus in golf carts/wagons, picking up students to give them a ride or walk to class while asking them UTSA trivia for the opportunity to win UTSA/SGA/Rowdy Crew prizes! Make sure to study up on your UTSA trivia; it might just come in handy! This event will last until all prizes have been distributed.
Student Success Homecoming Social
Time: 3:00 pm
Location: Main Campus - Business Building 2.06.04
An exciting and collaborative event that brings together the Division of Student Success, College Student Success Centers, and key units across our broader student success ecosystem. Learn about these various divisions and departments and how their services and resources can support your success at UT San Antonio.
Family Game Night and Silent Headphone Party
Time: 6:00 pm
Location: main Campus - H-E-B SU Ballroom
Homecoming Edition: Family Game Night & Silent Headphone Party! Featuring various genres of music including RnB, Country, Pop, Reggae etc. Can't wait to see you all there!
Student Organizations and Families can sign up as a Family Feud Team!
UTSA Soccer vs. South Florida
Time: 7:00 pm
Location: Park West Complex
Cheer on the Roadrunners as we take on the South Florida Bulls!
Homecoming House Party
Time: 8:30 pm
Location: Guadalupe Hall Lawn
Celebrate the Big Game, Choose to Party Smart!
Turn up the spirit for the big game with a night full of fun, friends, and mindful celebration! Whether you’re here for the touchdowns, the tunes, or the vibes this is the place to be.
Show school spirit and have a good time while making smart choices. This year, we’re teaming up to raise alcohol awareness and promote a safe, responsible party culture.
October 10
UTSA Spirit Day - Color Splash / Neon
Time: Any
Location: Everywhere
Wear a splash of neon color!
Cosmic Family Bingo
Time: 3:00 pm
Location: H-E-B Student Union Ballroom
Cosmic Bingo is a reimagined version of the classic fun favorite. But winning is a lot better with black lights, neon colors, and good vibes! Enjoy chatting with your roadrunner, getting to know fellow roadrunner families, and playing for prizes. When the games are over, head to BestFest to support our student organizations and feel the spirit of Homecoming!
BestFest
Time: 4:00 pm
Location: Convocation Center Parking Lot
Celebrate UTSA Homecoming and Family Weekend at BestFest 2025. This year’s event will feature dozens of foods, beverages, and game booths (all hosted by student organizations), carnival rides, a surprise-themed area, and live music by E7! More information about the event by visiting the BestFest website today!
Athletics Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony
Time: 6:00 pm
Location: Pedrotti's Ranch - 13715 FM 1560 Helotes, TX 78023
Your ticket is a donation to support Athletics and celebrate the Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony.
October 11
Spirit Walk
Time: 4:00 pm
Location: Roadrunner Alley
Cheer on the UTSA Football Team as they arrive at the Alamodome to take on Rice. Roadrunner Alley is the large walkway between Alamodome Parking Lots B and C.
Student Indoor Tailgate
Time: 5:00 pm
Location: Alamodome Field Level Multipurpose Room
This gathering spot for students will occur inside the Alamodome. Students & THEIR FAMILIES are invited to connect, cool down, and vibe before the game. It’s a great way to meet new people with all the fun of a tailgate. Free food and beverages will be available while it lasts. Door prizes include Game Concession Vouchers and UTSA apparel. Of course, it wouldn’t be Game Day without a surprise or two. Join us for some fun and excitement before the game. Remember, it’s always 72 degrees in the Alamodome!
Homecoming Football Game vs. Rice Owls
Time: Kickoff 6:30 pm
Location: Alamodome
The Roadrunners will take on the Owls for the 2025 Homecoming Game. Be sure to look out for the announcement of Spirit of the Roadrunner at the game. Purchase your home football game tickets. Current UTSA students can claim their free ticket with their UTSA login information.
October 12
UTSA Volleyball vs. Rice
Time: 1:00 pm
Location: UTSA Convocation Center
Join UTSA Volleyball for their match against the Rice Owls. Cheer on our Roadrunners!
