Homecoming and Family Weekend

Family Weekend at the University at Buffalo is an eagerly anticipated event that brings together students, their families and supporters, friends, and the university community in a celebration of togetherness and shared experiences. It encapsulates the spirit of unity and pride that defines the Buffalo community, fostering a sense of belonging and strengthening the bond between families, friends, and the university.

This special occasion offers a diverse range of experiences that cater to every interest. Explore our campuses, connect with faculty and staff, and witness the remarkable achievements of students. Explore the vibrant campus, cheer on our UB Bulls at our homecoming football game, and connect to the pride we have for our community at UB. 

UB undergraduate students receive one (1) free ticket per home game, which can be claimed and activated through the UB Athletics Mobile Ticketing System.

If you are purchasing on behalf of a family or friends, you can purchase your family’s game tickets at the discounted price of $12.00 and order your student's complimentary ticket all in one transaction on FEVO.

When ordering through the FEVO site, please select the TOTAL number of tickets your family will need to sit together at the game. One ticket will AUTOMATICALLY become your FREE STUDENT TICKET before checkout.

Registration is required for the Family Weekend Pre-Game Party and the Family Farewell. Please make sure to pre-register for these events if you would like to attend, as space is limited. We will not be able to accept guests who have not pre-registered for these events!

Join us inside the Family Weekend tent before the UB Bulls play the Western Michigan Broncos for our annual Family Weekend Pre-Game Party. 

Wrap-up your Family Weekend at UB by stopping in at the Family Farewell before you head home for a little sweet treat.

Registration is not required for the events listed below, but it is highly encouraged (and appreciated) so that you will receive reminders and additional information about workshop locations.

Involvement outside of the classroom is a key component to your student’s success and happiness. Attend this session, hosted by UB Student Engagement, and learn ways you can support your student so they can make the most out of their time at UB. The intended audience is parents, families, and supporters of UB students, but current UB students are also welcome to attend! Pre-registration is appreciated but not required. 

Fraternity and sorority membership can be a great opportunity for them to improve their leadership skills, participate in service activities and meet other students. Join us for an overview of UB’s Greek community including a chance to ask questions of current members of the UB Greek community. The intended audience is parents, families, and supporters of UB students, but current UB students are also welcome to attend! Pre-registration is appreciated but not required.

Drop by 235 Student Union to have an Awkward Family Photo taken with your family, friends, and supporters. We’ll provide the costumes, props and backgrounds and you provide the awkwardness. This is a fun and memorable way to remember your 2024 UB Family Weekend. Pre-registration is not available for this event. This event is available on a first serve basis; while supplies last. 

Drop by the Annual Homecoming Carnival sponsored by the Undergraduate Student Association. Family Weekend guests can enjoy the rides and games at no cost thanks to the generosity of the Undergraduate Student Association and can purchase food from vendors on site. Pre-registration is not required. 

What better way to finish your night at the carnival, and to get excited for the big game, than to burn down a 15-foot tall bonfire of the Western Michigan Broncos! For a week or more, some of our Engineering Clubs work to build a bonfire of 250-300 pallets in the shape of the Homecoming Game’s opposing team mascot. Join your Student Association, Marching Band, cheerleaders, coaches, and players as we burn the Bronco down and cap it off with fireworks!

Experience the blend of alt-rock innovation and hometown spirit with the 10,000 Maniacs as they celebrate four decades of musical artistry! Use discount code CFAFAM24 to take $5 off ticket price (Limit 6, No double discounts. Prior purchases are excluded.)