From long-standing campus traditions to family-friendly activities and fall-themed events, there's plenty happening throughout the week. Check out the full schedule below and start planning your Homecoming and Family Weekend experience.
Get ready for an exciting week on campus! From Homecoming traditions and Family Weekend activities to festive fall celebrations, there's something for everyone to enjoy. Mark your calendars and join us as we celebrate Falcon pride, make lasting memories, and enjoy a little spooky-season fun along the way.
Planning to attend Family Weekend? Be sure to register so your family can take part in all the festivities!
Schedule of Homecoming, Family Weekend, and Athletics Events
Sunday, October 25th
Saturday, October 31
Planning to attend Family Weekend? Be sure to register so your family can take part in all the festivities!
Schedule of Homecoming, Family Weekend, and Athletics Events
Sunday, October 25th
- Homecoming - Student Organization Banner Contest | 12 p.m. - 5 p.m. | Upstairs UTPB Gym
- Homecoming Kick-Off & Minute to Win-It | 12 p.m. - 2 p.m.| Residence Dining Hall
- Homecoming Court Presentation| 6 p.m. | Library Event Center
- Homecoming - Pumpkin Carving/ Painting | 11 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. | SAC Patio
- Homecoming - Nailed It | 7 p.m. | SAC Patio
- Homecoming - Zombie Run | 7 p.m. | UTPB Circle
- This event is open to the public!
- Homecoming - Lip-Sync/ Scream Movie Night | 7 p.m. | SAC Lobby
- Scholarship Ball | 5:30 | Odessa Marriott Hotel & Conference Center
- Purchase tickets through our Advancement Office.
- Family Weekend Check-In | 3:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.| Student Activity Center (SAC)
- Family Weekend - University Student Org Haunted House| 4 p.m. - 6 p.m. | Science and Technology Building
- Homecoming and Family Weekend - Murder Mystery Dinner | 6 p.m. | SAC Lobby
- Women's Volleyball vs Lubbock Christian University | 6 p.m. | UTPB Gym
- Family Weekend - UTPB Band Practice | 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. | UTPB Field
Saturday, October 31
- Family Weekend - Breakfast with the Deans | 9 a.m. - 10 a.m. | SAC
- Family Weekend - Art Department Tour and T-Shirt Printing | 10 a.m. - 11 a.m. | Art Studio
- Family Weekend - Women’s Volleyball Game |1:00 p.m. | Falcon Dome, UTPB Gym
- Homecoming and Family Weekend - Trunk or Treat | 4 p.m.| Astound Broadband Stadium
- This event is open to the public
- Homecoming Football Game vs Angelo State | 6 p.m. | Astound Broadband Stadium, Midland, Texas
- This event is open to the public
- Homecoming King & Queen Coronation| During Half-Time of the Football Game
- This event is open to the public
The Zombie Run, Trunk or Treat Tailgate, and the football game are all open to the public.
Optional Family Weekend Activities
Trail Walk
On mornings and weekends, we find the community of Odessa visiting campus to walk the trails of UTPB.
Ellen Noel Art Museum
The Ellen Noel Art Museum, housed on the edge of campus, offers the community of the Permian Basin a unique and enriching experience for visitors of all ages. Admission is always free. Stop by their circulation desk to pick up a free Family Weekend giveaway. Hours: 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
