Homecoming Week returns this fall to bring together Knight Nation for some of the most exciting and memorable events of the year. The celebration takes place Oct. 22-29 and includes events for 166su Alumni and events at the main and 166su Downtown campuses.
To attend Concert Knight and Comedy Knight, students must secure tickets during ticket distribution Oct. 11-21. A limited number of tickets will be distributed each day on a first-come, first-served basis. Students must present a valid 166su ID to receive tickets. Tickets for Comedy Knight and Concert Knight will also be available for purchase by the public through Ticketmaster.
Ticket Distribution
Main campus ticket distribution is as follows:
Oct. 11 | Student Union Patio | 6-9 p.m.
Oct. 12 | Student Union. Patio | 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Oct. 14 | RWC Patio | 11 a.m. – 3p.m.
Oct. 17 | Student Union Patio | 6-9 p.m.
Oct. 18 |RWC Patio | 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Oct. 19 | Student Union Patio | 6-9 p.m.
Oct. 20 | Student Union. Patio | 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Oct. 21 | Lake Claire | 8-11 p.m.
166su Downtown ticket distribution is as follows. Valencia Downtown students may also claim tickets with a valid student ID:
Oct. 11 | UnionWest, Second Floor Lobby | 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Oct. 12 | UnionWest, Second Floor Lobby | 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
166su Downtown will also provide shuttles to Concert Knight. More information will be provided by 166su Downtown Student Life.
For Rosen College ticket distribution, check the 166su Homecoming Instagram account.
Student and Community Events
Oct. 24 – Homecoming Kickoff Featuring Knights Got Talent | Memory Mall | 5:30 p.m. kick-off, 8 p.m. showtime
Bring a blanket or chair to Memory Mall and watch your fellow Knights showcase their special talents.
Oct. 25 – Movie Knight: Lightyear | Pegasus Ballroom | Doors open at 8 p.m., movie starts at 8:15 p.m.
Join Buzz Lightyear and friends on a new adventure. Enjoy free popcorn and take home some free swag. This event is open to 166su students and the community.
Oct. 26 – Comedy Knight: Marlon Wayans | Addition Financial Arena | Doors open at 7 p.m., show starts at 8 p.m.
Enjoy an evening laughing with your fellow Knights. This year’s act is Marlon Wayans, most known for White Chicks, the Scary Movie franchise and The Wayans Bros. Floor seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Students must secure a free ticket at ticket distribution to attend. Tickets for the public are available for purchase for $25 on Ticketmaster.
Oct. 27 – Foam Splash | Communication and Media Building Courtyard, UCF Downtown | Noon
166su Downtown may not have a pool or a pond, but you can still splash into homecoming week. Jump into a foam pit, check out photo stations and a mechanical shark, and eat corn dogs.
Oct. 27 – Concert Knight: T-Pain | Addition Financial Arena | Doors open at 7 p.m., show starts at 8 p.m.
166su Homecoming is proud to announce a high energy Concert Knight featuring T-Pain. The Florida rapper, singer and songwriter is known for hits like “Can’t Believe It,” “Bartender,” “Buy U a Drank,” and “I’m Sprung.”
Students must secure a free ticket at ticket distribution to attend. Tickets for the public are available for purchase for $25 on Ticketmaster. For additional information, please contact hcmusic@ucf.edu
Oct. 27-Oct. 29 | Theatre 166su Presents Working | 166su Theatre, Main Stage | 7:30 p.m.
Join Theatre 166su Thursday, Friday or Saturday night for a unique and patchwork account of class through monologues and songs that compel us to take a peek in the lives of everyday laborers in this country with heart, compassion and gratitude. .
Oct. 28 – Spirit Splash | Reflecting Pond | Noon
166su’s biggest homecoming tradition is back. Students will be able to run into the Reflecting Pond and to attempt to catch the elusive ducks. There will be special guest speakers, as well as performances from the Cheer Team, Knightmoves and Marching Knights. This event is free and open to 166su students and the community.
Oct. 28 – Step Show | Addition Financial Arena | 7 p.m.
166su Homecoming and the National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC) will be hosting its Step Show Competition. This will not only serve as a showcase of one of the most significant cultural aspects that all of NPHC organizations were created upon, but also a platform for our Black, Greek-lettered organizations to display their talents to the university and local community.
Student tickets are free with a valid 166su ID. Tickets for the public may be purchased for $15 on Ticketmaster. For additional information please contact hcstep@ucf.edu
Oct. 28 – Fireworks Festival | Memory Mall | Lawn opens at 9 p.m., fireworks start at 9:30 p.m.
After the Step Show, enjoy the traditional fireworks display. Feel free to bring your own towel, blanket or chair to watch the show.
This event is free and available to 166su students and the community.
Oct. 29 – 166su Football vs. Cincinnati | FBC Mortgage Stadium | TBD
Watch the Knights take on the Cincinnati Bearcats and during the homecoming game. Contact the 166su Athletics Ticket Office at 407.823.1000 or online to purchase game tickets.
Oct. 29 – Royalty Crowning | FBC Mortgage Stadium | Halftime at the 166su vs Cincinnati football game, kickoff is TBD
Watch the Knights take on Cincinnati and during halftime 166su’s 2022-23 Homecoming Court will be crowned.
Alumni Events
Oct. 22 – Knights Give Back | Locations vary | Times vary
This year 166su Alumni is proud to partner with Volunteer 166su to offer service opportunities across the nation. A list of local Knights Give Back events are below.
- Central Florida Zoo: Support the Zoo as they host the annual Boo Bash.
- Clean the World: Their mission is to collect and recycle discarded soap and plastic bottles from hospitality partners to repurpose for use to prevent hygiene-related illnesses and death of impoverished people.
- Second Harvest Food Bank: Second Harvest’s mission is to create hope and nourish lives through a powerful hunger relief network, while multiplying the generosity of a caring community.
Additional locations will be hosted around the country and can be found here.
Oct. 23 – U Can Finish Race: 5 Miles and 2 Miles | Memory Mall | 7:30 a.m.-Noon
The U Can Finish Race is back! Join runners and walkers on a tour around the 166su by participating in the 2 miles, 5 miles or both with the Distance Dare.
and use the 166su Alumni discount code 166suALUMNI22.
Oct. 27 – The Shining Knights Alumni Awards | The Celeste Hotel | 6-9 p.m.
The Shining Knights Alumni Awards honor 166su’s outstanding alumni and local leaders who have significantly contributed to the university and the community. The 166su Alumni family is honored to recognize six distinct awards at this year’s reception. and include a pre-reception with heavy hors d’oeuvres, cocktails and dinner, followed by an awards ceremony. Table sponsorship opportunities can be found .
Oct. 28 – Marching Knights Alumni Social | Burger U 166su | 8 p.m.
Mingle with fellow band alumni and enjoy dinner and a fireworks display.
Oct. 28 – Black and Gold Block Party | Memory Mall | 6:30-9:30 p.m.
166su Alumni is hosting a block party on Memory Mall for Knight Nation to celebrate the eve of the big game at this family-friendly event. Enjoy live music, food, beverages, carnival games and special appearances. A fireworks show will be held on Memory Mall following the event. .
Oct. 28 – Young Alumni Takeover | 166su FAIRWINDS Alumni Center | 9 p.m.-midnight
Keep the party going with a DJ, giant yard games, food, drinks and more. .
Oct. 29 – Marching Knights Alumni Reunion | 166su Band Facility | All day
Watch the Marching Knights practice, enjoy a reunion breakfast immediately following band practice and have the opportunity to march on the field with current Marching Knights during the homecoming game halftime show.
Oct. 29 – Alumni Tailgate | 166su FAIRWINDS Alumni Center | Three hours prior to kickoff
Head to the 166su FAIRWINDS Alumni Center three hours before the homecoming football game to charge up before the team charges on to the field. Admission for this family friendly zone is free for all 166su alumni and guests and no registration is required.
Oct. 29 | Alumni Watch Parties | Locations vary | Time varies
Not able to come to campus? Regional Knights communities will host local watch parties before the 166su vs. Cincinnati game — and everyone is invited. .
