Elon University celebrates Homecoming Week, Oct. 28 through Nov. 2, with various events for students.
Homecoming Week 2024 will take place Monday, Oct. 28, through Saturday, Nov. 2. The week of events will include opportunities for students to engage in week-long and signature events to ensure that students can feel a part of the homecoming festivities. Students are encouraged to join the university’s celebration of the Phoenix spirit.
A detailed schedule and event descriptions can be found on the Homecoming Week 2024 website. For questions or additional information visit PhoenixCONNECT, or contact Student Involvement at studentinvolvement@elon.edu, 336-278-7214, or stop by Moseley 205. Also, be sure to follow Student Involvement on social media for updates about student-centered events during Homecoming Week.
Week-long Events
SGA Royalty Court Voting
All Day, PhoenixCONNECT
All students can vote on the 2024 SGA Homecoming Royalty Court. Visit PhoenixCONNECT for more details and to cast a vote. Voting begins Monday, Oct. 28 at 8 a.m. and ends Friday, Nov. 1 at 5 p.m.
Voting on the E’s
10 a.m. – 4 p.m., Moseley Terrace
Come out to vote on your favorite E while enjoying some music and snacks! You will also have the opportunity to win some fun Homecoming swag.
*Note: Voting on the E’s will take place on Thursday, Oct. 31, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Medallion Plaza
Tuesday, Oct. 29
Homecoming Week College Coffee
9:40 a.m., Moseley Terrace
Come to a special Homecoming edition of College Coffee as Elon celebrates with treats and prizes! The Homecoming E’s will also be on display.
All We Do is Step, Stroll, Hop? What is a Black Greek?
6 p.m., McKinnon Hall, Moseley Center
Speaker Rasheed Ali Cromwell will lead an inclusive dialogue to provide prospective members and non-members of Black Greek Letter Organizations with an opportunity to increase their understanding of the culture and context of these organizations. Visit PhoenixCONNECT for details. This event is sponsored by the National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC).
Wednesday, Oct. 30
Homecoming Week Student Celebration
11 a.m. – 3 p.m., Young Commons
The Student Union Board will host a caricature artist, music, and a photo booth on the plaza. Snacks and refreshments will also be served as we continue to celebrate Homecoming Week! Visit PhoenixCONNECT for more details.
S’mores with Outdoors and Movie, featuring Hocus Pocus
8 p.m., Koury Athletic Center Patio & Moseley West Lawn
Join Elon Outdoors to hang out around the fire, make some delicious s’mores, and watch ‘Hocus Pocus’ on the big screen! Visit PhoenixCONNECT for more information.
Thursday, Oct. 31 (Halloween)
SUB Paint 1010: Homecoming Edition
10 p.m., Winter Garden, Moseley Center
Come dressed in costume and join a teacher-led paint demonstration. All paint supplies will be provided. Visit PhoenixCONNECT for more details.
Friday, Nov. 1
Falafel Friday Homecoming Shabbat
5:30 p.m., Skult Hillel Center
Join Hillel for Homecoming Shabbat and enjoy Falafel Friday! Visit PhoenixCONNECT for details.
Rock the Block: #ElonHome Community Block Party
5 p.m. – 9 p.m., Young Commons
Don’t miss this annual celebration and community block party to kick off Homecoming weekend festivities with the entire Elon alumni and faculty/staff community. Sample the menus of different food trucks, challenge your friends to a game of cornhole, dance to live music and enjoy the fireworks! It will be an evening of fun for everyone! Learn more about Rock the Block.
SUBCinema: “Remember the Titans”
9 p.m., Turner Theater
A high school football team is forced to integrate, bringing together players from different racial backgrounds. Coach Boone, played by Denzel Washington, takes charge and helps the team overcome their differences and work together.
Saturday, Nov. 2 (Game Day!)
Student Tailgating – Phoenix Phan Zone
10 a.m. – 2 p.m., Bank of America Drive
Join the pre-game festivities in the Phoenix Phan Zone, which will include a photo booth and music! Food and drinks will be provided.
SGA Crowning of Homecoming Royalty
After the 3rd quarter during the football game in Rhodes Stadium
Come celebrate all members of the Homecoming Court and see two students be crowned as this year’s “Homecoming Royalty.”
SUBCinema: “Remember the Titans”
8 p.m. and 10:30 p.m., Turner Theater
A high school football team is forced to integrate, bringing together players from different racial backgrounds. Coach Boone, played by Denzel Washington, takes charge and helps the team overcome their differences and work together.