Hampton University Homecoming: Pirates Island
Get ready for an unforgettable experience as Hampton University presents its 2023 Homecoming theme: “Pirates Island”! The campus will be transformed into a vibrant oasis of excitement and camaraderie, featuring thrilling social engagements, music, and a battle on the gridiron that ignites school pride and sets Armstrong Stadium on fire. The weekend kicks off with a parade through downtown Hampton and brings you to campus where vendors and tailgating serve as a backdrop to creating memories that last for a lifetime. Make this year your year to come back to your Home by the Sea!
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EVENTS
STUDENT EVENTS
- Chapel Service and Choir
- Homecoming Kick-off
STUDENT EVENTS
- Miss & Mister Hampton University Coronation
STUDENT EVENTS
- The Fashion Show
STUDENT EVENTS
- “Elevate” Day Mixer
- Homecoming Concert
ALUMNI EVENTS
- Sea the Arts: The Ultimate Cultural Experience The Repertoire Theatre presents A Street Car Named Desire
STUDENT EVENTS
- The Step Show
ALUMNI EVENTS
- Sea the Arts: The Ultimate Cultural Experience An Afternoon Amongst Gems at the University Museum
- The Annual President’s Major Donor Reception
THE BAZAAR 1.0
STUDENT EVENTS
- Decorating Contest
- Blue & White Day Party
- The HU Kickback
- The Shop: LIVE Taping
ALUMNI EVENTS
- Campus Renovation Open House/Visitation
- Clark Hall Opening Reception
- Alumni & Parents Welcome Suite
- Pirates Island: The Escape Alumni Mixer
- Sea the Arts: The Ultimate Cultural Experience The Repertoire Theatre presents A Street Car Named Desire
THE BAZAAR 2.0
HOMECOMING PARADE
HOMECOMING GAME
Hampton Pirates vs North Carolina A&T Aggies
ALUMNI EVENTS
- The Alumni Island Tailgate
STUDENT EVENTS
- Chapel Service and Choir
ALUMNI EVENTS
- Alumni "Bon Voyage" Brunch
An Unforgettable Night of music on Pirates Island: 2023 Homecoming Lineup
Don’t miss out on Hampton University’s Homecoming Concert featuring the incredible lineup of Nardo Wick, Mariah The Scientist, and Lola Brooke, set to light up Pirates Island with a night of unforgettable music and entertainment!
The Shop Will Launch HBCU Tour To Celebrate The Rich Legacy And Community Of Historically Black Colleges And Universities
The Shop, the marquee franchise from The SpringHill Company, will launch “The Shop UNINTERRUPTED HBCU Tour” supported by AT&T Dream In Black (DIB), Taco Bell, Toyota and Twix and open the doors of The Shop on HBCU (Historically Black College and University) campuses for the first time to cultivate conversations amongst the next generation of Black innovators. Their next stop is Hampton University, save the date!!
Sea the Arts: The Ultimate Cultural Experience An Afternoon Amongst Gems at the University Museum
We’re excited to offer to the public, on a limited basis, the first ever official university commissioned painting. Please join us on Thursday, October 26th from 3-5 pm, for an extraordinary opportunity to meet the artists himself and get your print signed in person! Only 100 of the 168 limited prints will be signed, so make sure to secure yours today!
Discover Pirates Island for Alumni and Parents!
Embark on an extraordinary journey and explore all that Pirates Island has in store for our cherished Alumni & Parents. For a detailed itinerary of events and exclusive information, make sure to visit the Alumni & Parents Homecoming website. Your adventure awaits!
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Who All IS Gonna Be There?
As we gear up for the spectacular “Pirates Island” Homecoming, we invite all enthusiastic participants to register for the “Pirates Island” Registry.
