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October 26 - November 1, 2026

There will be a multitude of events to celebrate ODU’s Homecoming week, including: the ODUAA Alumni Honors Celebration on Thursday, Oct. 29; a Homecoming Fireworks Celebration at Whitehurst Beach on the Elizabeth River waterfront on Friday, October 30; and gameday activities on October 31 that include activities for students, alumni, and friends. 

Homecoming also sees the annual Monarchs Give Back food drive, spearheaded by ODU President Brian O. Hemphill, Ph.D. and First Lady, Marisela Rosas Hemphill, Ph.D. Check back often for updates!

ODU alumni Shannon and Steve Johnson participate in Homecoming activities with their children, Brooke and Rylie. Photo Chuck Thomas/ODU

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The Monarchs and coach Ricky Rahne rush onto the football field. Photo Chuck Thomas/ODU

Get Your Game Tickets

Visit Gameday Central for parking, tailgating, & stadium guidelines. 

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Monarchs Give Back

Monarchs Give Back is an annual food drive, led by ODU’s First Lady, Marisela Rosas Hemphill, Ph.D., to benefit Norfolk Public School students and the Monarch Pantry, which is available to currently enrolled ODU students.

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Monarchs Give Back volunteers

Looking Back at 2024

ODU marked Homecoming 2024 with a wide range of activities catering to both students and alumni. The festivities featured events such as paw painting, a distinguished alumni dinner, tailgating and football game.

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