The moment we’ve all been waiting for is finally here! Get ready to rally the crew and set your course for Hampton University’s most anticipated event of the year: Pirates Island Homecoming 2025. As the single biggest marketing and fundraising event for the University, this year’s celebration promises to be an unforgettable week-long experience of pride, tradition, and Pirate power from October 19th through the 26th.
We’re kicking things off with a major artist drop for The Escape, our signature alumni concert experience. Known for his lyrical fire and unforgettable performances, Wale is the first artist hitting the stage at Pirates Island! With chart-topping hits like “Bad” (feat. Tiara Thomas), “On Chill” (feat. Jeremih), and “Lotus Flower Bomb” (feat. Miguel), Wale is ready to light up the night with his signature blend of smooth vibes and raw energy. But the fun doesn’t stop there. Throughout the week, you can reconnect with fellow alumni, celebrate student-athletes at athletic events, and explore the vibrant Pirates Vendors Bazaar.
Don’t miss the exclusive President’s Major Donor Reception celebrating culinary arts and innovation, or the Alumni Network Reception honoring 40 trailblazers under 40. The Homecoming Parade and Pirate Walk will have the entire campus buzzing with energy, culminating in the ultimate showdown as our football team takes on Monmouth. For more information, visit https://home.hamptonu.edu/homecoming/.