Homecoming 2026 is more than a weekend—it’s a celebration of Poet pride, lifelong connections, and a new chapter in Whittier College history.
Join us October 22–25, 2026 as we welcome alumni, families, students, and friends back to campus for an unforgettable celebration featuring reunion gatherings, signature traditions, and the highly anticipated return of Poet football to Homecoming for the first time in four years.
From reconnecting with classmates and celebrating milestones to experiencing the excitement of game day, the all-new Poet Fest Fan Zone, and the energy of Memorial Stadium, this is a Homecoming you won’t want to miss.
Come home. Celebrate the past. Experience what’s next.
Pre-registration is now closed as we prepare for your arrival. Walk-up registration will be accepted.
6 p.m. | Women's Volleyball vs Vassar College | Graham Athletic Center
Cheer on the Poets during this "pink out" game, where everyone is encouraged to wear pink in support of breast cancer awareness.
7:30 p.m. | Poet Athletes and Fans Meet Up | Sage (6511 Greenleaf Avenue)
Alumni, poet athletes, and fans are invited. Hosted apps by Leda (Mintzer) Muller ’88 and Patty (Juarez) Hill ’98, with no-host drinks.
Society Brunches | Various Locations
Society members will receive additional details through society chairs.
11 a.m. - 1 p.m. | DIS Copenhagen Alumni Reception | Naylor Portico of Deihl Hall
Join the Office of International Programs for a relaxed brunch as we welcome our friends from DIS Copenhagen. Enjoy pastries and refreshments while reconnecting with fellow alumni, faculty, staff, and friends who shared the unforgettable experience of studying abroad in Copenhagen.
Whether you participated in a DIS program recently or many years ago, this is a wonderful opportunity to catch up, reminisce, and celebrate the lasting connections made through international education.
1 p.m. | Athletics Alumni – Men’s Basketball Game | Graham Athletic Center
1-3 p.m. | Model United Nations – Past, Present and Future Participants | Wardman Library, Poet Corner
1-5:30 p.m. | Poet Fest Fan Zone | Memorial Stadium
Sponsored by Credit Union of Southern California
Get ready for the ultimate Homecoming celebration as Poet Fest takes over the Fan Zone! Don't miss this unforgettable pregame experience filled with live music, food, spirited activities, and opportunities to reconnect with the Poet community.
Featuring alumni and affinity group activations, reunion celebrations, family-friendly activities, food and beverage experiences, and the excitement of seeing Poet football return to Memorial Stadium, Poet Fest is where the entire Whittier community comes together to celebrate.
Bring your Poet pride, gather your friends, and be part of the energy as we kick off a historic Homecoming game day!
A shuttle will be provided by Alexandra (Sanchez) Kurland ’14 with White Glove Transportation OC.
2:30 p.m. | Class of 2001 Reunion Meet-up | Poet Fest Fan Zone - Memorial Stadium
Join the fun as we celebrate our 25th class reunion and connect, reminisce, rekindle friendships, and share your adventures! We also invite the classes of 2000 and 2002 to stop by and reconnect!
3:30 p.m. | Class of 1986 Reunion Celebration | Poet Fest Fan Zone - Memorial Stadium
The Class of 1986 is getting ready for "Fun Times". Classmates are encouraged to come by the canopy to mix and mingle with classmates and stay for the football game in the stadium.
3:30 p.m. | Class of 1996 Reunion Meet-up | Poet Fest Fan Zone - Memorial Stadium
Classmates and friends from the Class of 1996 are invited to join us in the Fan Zone for great food, good times, and exciting memories as we celebrate together before kickoff! Come out, reconnect, and get ready to cheer on our team!
5 p.m. | Poet Football Returns | Memorial Stadium
Be there for a historic moment as the Poets take the field for their first Homecoming football game in six years! Join generations of Whittier alumni, students, families, and friends as we fill Memorial Stadium with Poet pride and cheer on the next chapter of Whittier Athletics.
6-11 p.m. | Class of 1976 50th Reunion Celebration | Villalobos Hall
The Class of 1976 warmly invites its classmates, including those from 1975 and 1977, to a reunion celebration.
Join an evening of friendship and memories, a time to reconnect, reminisce, and celebrate the wonderful journey we’ve shared. Come together with old friends, relive cherished moments, share stories and laughter, and create new memories as we celebrate.
Dinner registration requests: please contact Angela Olivas at aolivas@whittier.edu.
10:30-1 p.m. | Campus Inn Brunch
Wrap up a wonderful weekend by joining fellow Poets and residential students before heading home. Pay at the door; open to all.
