2025 Homecoming Weekend

Friday, October 17

12:30-1:30 p.m.

Golden Jubilarian Reunion Check-in 

Location: Burke Lounge, Spellman Hall
Audience: Class of 1965, 1975 and all Golden Gaels**

Registration is required. Register here for Reunion Check-in.

Kick off your 50th & 60th reunion weekend by checking in, receiving your welcome materials, and reconnecting with classmates. Parking is available in the parking garage located behind the LaPenta School of Business. 

12:45-1:30 p.m.    

Golden Jubilarian Reunion Campus Tour (Optional)   

Location: Front steps of Spellman Hall    
Audience: Class of 1965, 1975 and all Golden Gaels**

Registration is required. Register here for the campus tour.

Rediscover campus with a guided tour highlighting new developments and cherished landmarks.

1:30-3:30 p.m.    

Golden Jubilarian Reunion Luncheon     

Location: Burke Lounge, Spellman Hall    
Audience: Class of 1965, 1975 and all Golden Gaels**    

Registration is required. Register here for the Reunion Luncheon.    

Celebrate decades of memories with fellow alumni over a special luncheon in honor of the Class of 1965 and 1975. All Golden Gaels (alumni who graduated 50 or more years ago) are welcome. Following the luncheon, guests will gather for a group photo on the steps outside of Spellman Hall to commemorate the occasion. After the photo, enjoy a festive procession to the LaPenta School of Business—cheered on by members of the Iona community—before arriving at the State of the University Interview with Seamus Carey, Ph.D., President.

3:45-4:45 p.m.    

Golden Jubilarian 50th Reunion: State of the University Interview with Seamus Carey, Ph.D., President

Location: Henry Lecture Hall, LaPenta School of Business
Audience: Class of 1965, 1975 and all Golden Gaels**    

Registration is required. Register here for the State of the University Interview.    

Join us for an engaging interview with Seamus Carey, Ph.D., ninth President of Iona University, on current priorities, progress, and vision for the future.

4:45-5:15 p.m.    

Golden Jubilarian 50th Reunion Refreshments

Location: Atrium, LaPenta School of Business
Audience: Class of 1965, 1975 and all Golden Gaels**    

Enjoy light refreshments and the opportunity to connect with fellow reunion attendees in the atrium immediately following the State of the University interview.

5:30-6:30 p.m.    

Golden Jubilarian 50th Reunion Mass

Location: Arrigoni Center    
Audience: Open to All   

Registration is required. Register here for the Reunion Mass.

Join our campus community for a meaningful Catholic Mass to reflect, give thanks, and celebrate common faith.

5:30-8 p.m.

Parent & Family Reception

Location: Murphy Green
Audience: Families & Students

Registration is required. Register here for the Parent & Family Reception.

Meet fellow families, faculty, and staff at a reception celebrating the important role of parents and families at Iona. The evening will include a brief program featuring remarks from University leadership, as well as an opportunity to connect with representatives from across campus in a resource fair-style setting. This is an ideal time to ask questions, explore available support services and become more familiar with the Iona community.

6:30-10 p.m.    

Alumni Awards & Homecoming Dinner  

Location: Mulcahy Gymnasium    
Audience: Alumni

Registration is required. Register here for the Alumni Awards & Homecoming Dinner.

Honor outstanding alumni achievements and enjoy an evening of celebration, dining, and dancing with the full alumni community.

7:30 p.m.    

Women’s Lacrosse Alumnae Reunion

Location: Beechmont Tavern   
Audience: Women’s Lacrosse Alumnae  

Reconnect with teammates and celebrate your time on the field over food and drinks at the Beechmont Tavern.

8-9 p.m.    

Maroon Madness     

Location: Hynes Athletics Center (HAC)   
Audience: Open to All    

Registration is required. Register here for Maroon Madness.

Show your school pride at a high-energy pep rally to kick off Homecoming Weekend!

9:30 – 11 p.m.    

Maroon Madness Afterparty

Location: Mazzella Field  
Audience: Students   

The celebration doesn’t stop after the final buzzer! Join the Gaels Activities Board for the Post-Maroon Madness Student Afterparty — a high-energy, basketball-themed hangout packed with games, music, snacks, and prizes. Challenge your friends to classic Pop-A-Shot duels, basketball ring toss, and oversized Connect Four — all with a courtside twist. Test your skills in basketball cornhole, strike a pose at our b-ball photo booth, and walk away with exclusive giveaway prizes. Whether you’re coming for the games, the music, or just the post-game vibes, this is your chance to keep the energy going and celebrate like a champion. Let’s keep the madness rolling — see you on the field!

**"Golden Gaels" are Iona alumni who graduated 50 years ago or more. Learn more about our Golden Gaels Society here or contact Katelyn Burns at kburns@iona.edu.

Saturday, October 18

8:30 a.m.

Women’s Lacrosse Alumnae Game 

Location: Mazzella Field 
Audience: Women’s Lacrosse Alumnae

 Return to Mazzella Field for a spirited alumnae game: a great way to kick off Homecoming Saturday with friendly competition and Gael pride!

9 a.m. & 11:30 a.m.

Men’s and Women’s Diving vs. Wagner and Sacred Heart

Location: Hynes Athletics Center Pool
Audience: Open to All

Cheer on the Gaels as our men’s and women’s diving teams compete against Sacred Heart University and Wagner College in an exciting start to Homecoming Weekend at the Hynes Athletics Center pool! Diving will begin at 9 a.m. with swimming to follow at 11:30 a.m. Go Gaels!

10 a.m.

Men’s Lacrosse Scrimmage vs. Wagner 

Location: Mazzella Field 
Audience: Open to all

Cheer on the men’s lacrosse team as they take on Wagner in a lively Homecoming scrimmage.

11 a.m. - Noon

Men’s Basketball Open Practice

Location: Hynes Athletics Center
Audience: Open to all

Registration is required. Register here for the MBB open practice.

Get a behind-the-scenes look as our men's basketball team prepares for the upcoming season during this special open practice session.

11 a.m.

The Iona Players Present The Wizard of Oz

There will be an additional performance on Sunday, October 19, at 3 p.m.

Location: Murphy Auditorium
Audience: Open to all

Registration is required (registration link forthcoming).

Join us for a magical production of The Wizard of Oz during Homecoming Weekend! This family-friendly show welcomes students, parents, alumni, faculty, and staff on a journey down the yellow brick road.

Noon-4 p.m.

Jerome Levkov: Scientist and Artist, a Retrospective of Four Decades of Work.

Location: JoAnn Mazzella Murphy '98H Arts Center
Audience: Open to All

Registration is required. Register here for the art exhibit.

Enjoy work on display from Emeritus Professor of Chemistry, Dr. Jerome Levkov.

12:30 p.m.  

President’s Circle Giving Society Celebration

Location: McGrath Room, LaPenta Student Union (2nd Floor)
Audience:  President’s Circle Giving Society Members

Members of the President’s Circle giving society, please join us for this informal, festive gathering during Homecoming Weekend. Grab a lite bite and a drink while you mingle with fellow President's Circle members, current students whom you support and watch the men's rugby game.

Registration required for you and up to one guest. Please RSVP by October 10, 2025, to events@iona.edu or call (914) 633-2093.

12:30-5 p.m.    

Rugby Alumni Reunion

Location: LaPenta School of Business Portico  
Audience: Rugby Alumni

Reconnect with fellow rugby alumni as you gather to watch the Homecoming rugby match, share memories and celebrate the lasting legacy of Iona rugby.

Registration is required. Register here for the Rugby Alumni Reunion.

12:30-5 p.m.    

Gael Gate

Location: Montgomery Lot (P6)  
Audience: Open to All

Registration is required. Register here for the Gael Gate.

Join us for our spirited Homecoming Gael Gate celebration! Enjoy tasty fare from local food trucks and refreshing drinks as you enjoy the rugby game. The festivities include an entrance by the Iona Pipe Band leading the Men's Rugby team onto the field, performances from the Iona Dance Team, Cheer Team, and Gold Line Dance Team during halftime, capped off by a special Rugby Hall of Fame ceremony. (Please bring cash or card for food and drinks.)

1 p.m.    

A-Side Rugby Game v. Siena 

Location: Mazzella Field   
Audience: Open to All   

Cheer on our rugby team as they take the field in a match up with Siena that’s sure to thrill!

2-5 p.m.    

Homecoming Carnival

Location: Murphy Green   
Audience: Open to All   

Registration is required. Register here for the Homecoming Carnival.

Enjoy a fun-filled carnival with games, activities, and entertainment for all ages, perfect for students, alumni, and families alike.

3:30 p.m.

B-Side Rugby Game v. Siena

Location: Mazzella Field 
Audience: Open to All

Cheer on our rugby team as they take the field in a match up with Siena that’s sure to thrill!

5 p.m.    

Homecoming Mass 

Location: Arrigoni Center    
Audience: Open to All

Registration is required. Register here for the Homecoming Mass.

Join our campus community for a meaningful Catholic Mass to reflect, give thanks, and celebrate common faith.

Local Events

New Rochelle

Haunt at the Wildcliff Mansion

Location: Wildcliff Mansion, New Rochelle, NY
Dates: Throughout October

Encounter ghostly figures and scares at every turn at the haunted estate of Dr. Wildcliff. Buy tickets for New Rochelle’s most haunted attraction here!

Brian Carter Quintet

Location: Ossie Davis Theater, New Rochelle, NY
Date: Friday, October 17, 7 p.m.

Drummer and composer Brian Carter and his quintet blend timeless jazz with fresh, high-energy performance. Register here to confirm your spot at the gig in downtown New Rochelle!

New Rochelle Artsfest 2025

Location: Multiple New Rochelle Venues
Dates: Thursday, October 16 to Sunday, October 19

Celebrate the vibrant artistic scene in New Rochelle with ArtsFest 2025! Discover more than 50 venues across the city holding visual and performing arts events.

Westchester Events

The Great Jack O’Lantern Blaze

Location: Van Cortlandt Manor, Croton-on-Hudson, NY
Dates: Throughout October

Enjoy an 18th century landscape and take in a display of more than 7,000 hand-carved jack o’ lanterns! Buy tickets for New York’s premier fall display here.

Harvest Moon Farm & Orchard Fall Festival

Location: Harvest Moon Farm & Orchard, Croton Falls, NY
Dates: Throughout October

Dive fully into the fall season with the Harvest Moon Farm & Orchard Fall Festival! Enjoy live music, fall treats and food vendors along with a scenic orchard where you can pick fresh apples. Get tickets here!

NYC Events

Food Network NYC Wine & Food Festival

Location: Seaport, Lower Manhattan, NY
Dates: Wednesday, October 15 through Sunday, October 19

Celebrate 18 years of the NYC Wine & Food Festival that showcases renowned chefs, restaurants and tastings. Experience the vibrant energy of NYC’s food scene here!

Boo at the Zoo

Location: Bronx Zoo, Bronx, NY
Dates: Saturday, September 27 through Sunday, October 26

Experience the annual family-friendly tradition at the Bronx Zoo! Book your tickets and bring your best Halloween costume to celebrate alongside more than10,000 animals!

Open House New York Weekend

Location: Multiple New York City Venues
Dates: Friday, October 17 through Sunday, October 19

Unlock destinations across the five boroughs for behind-the-scenes tours and special activities with Open House New York! Learn more about how you can go on an architectural tour from a multimillion-dollar condo to a historic warehouse!