A Celebration for VIBs (Very Important Badgers)
You are invited to enhance your Homecoming experience at this casual gathering held before the UW Homecoming parade. This special reception is just for you and other VIBs, such as WAA members, Wisconsin Alumni Advisory Council members, WAA affinity group leaders, WAA chapter leaders, and your guests.
You’ll enjoy light appetizers and refreshments, photo-booth fun, a spirited giveaway, and connecting with fellow Badgers. This has all the makings of a spirited new tradition!
There’s no cost to attend. Registration is requested because space is limited.
The UW Homecoming parade is presented by the Wisconsin Union and the Wisconsin Homecoming Committee.
Start the Day Early
The Friday of Homecoming week starts bright and early with campus activities for you to join in on.
- Fill the Hill | Flamingos Fly Off around 4 p.m.
- Flock to Bascom to see the plastic pink flamingos as the famed campus prank comes to life again for a spirited fundraising effort.
- Badger Meet-Up | 1–4 p.m.
- Visit Alumni Park and One Alumni Place for some family-friendly fun, games and activities, UW-themed giveaways, and more to get you hyped for Homecoming!
Stay Later
The night’s still young once the parade is done. Head back to campus for additional Homecoming hijinks.
- Block Party and Pep Rally | Immediately following the parade
- This wildly popular party has something for Badgers of all ages — a silent disco, alumni DJs, face painting, stargazing, fireworks (weather permitting), Bucky Badger, the UW Marching Band, and more.
- Multicultural Homecoming Yard Show | 8 p.m.
- Get moving with excitement as members of the National Pan-Hellenic Council and Multicultural Greek Council showcase various step, stroll, and salute routines.
Parking
There are numerous campus parking ramps near the Pyle Center. The closest is Lot 6, the Helen C. White Library Parking Garage, located across the street from Memorial Union at 600 N. Park Street. Lot 46, at the corner of Lake Street and Johnson Street, is also a good option, as is the State Street Campus Garage at 430 N. Frances Street. Visit the UW’s visitor parking page for more information, parking maps, locations, and hours.
The Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association will hold this event in accordance with all local public health guidance. Mask usage is welcome but not required. Participants who are sick are asked to stay home to help keep our Badger community safe and healthy. If conditions require a change to this event, you will be notified via email or phone call.
