Homecoming weekend kicks off Friday, Sept. 27

Purdue University’s Homecoming weekend — themed “Giant Leaps Home” — is set for this Friday and Saturday, Sept. 27-28. The campuswide event includes activities for Boilermaker alumni and fans of all ages.

Friday, Sept. 27

Free Ride Friday, Noon to 4 p.m. (Boilermaker Special, outside Stewart Center)

Homecoming Parade, canceled due to anticipated severe weather

Saturday, Sept. 28

Boilermaker Boulevard, 9:30-11:30 a.m. (Stadium Mall and Memorial Mall)

Thrill on the Hill, 10:30 a.m. (Slayter Center of Performing Arts)

Purdue football vs. Nebraska, Noon (Ross-Ade Stadium)

For complete event details and updates, visit the Homecoming website.

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