Homecoming & Family Weekend
October 3-4, 2025
Save the date for Homecoming & Family Weekend at Cornerstone University during October 3-4, 2025! Reunite with hundreds of Golden Eagles and friends from across the generations on campus.
Grandparents Day is now part of Homecoming & Family Weekend. We welcome alumni, students, parents and grandparents for an unforgettable weekend of connecting with old friends and making new — all while being a part of the exciting things God’s doing at CU!
Sample Event Schedule
Experience fun events for every age, including a look into student life today and favorite campus experiences! You can preview the event lineup for Homecoming & Family Weekend below as you look ahead to October 2025! Continue to check back for more event announcements and the most up-to-date schedule.
| Date | Activity | Time | Location | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Friday, October 3 | Alumni-Led Chapel Service | 10-10:45 a.m. | Christ Chapel (Sanctuary) | Free |
| Friday, October 3 | Lunch Hours | 11 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. | Corum Student Union (Dining Commons) | |
| Friday, October 3 | Dinner Hours | 4:30-6:30 p.m. | Corum Student Union (Dining Commons) | |
| Friday, October 3 | Powderpuff Game | 7-8:30 p.m. | Cook/Van Osdel Lawn | Free |
| Friday, October 3 | Women's Volleyball Game | 7-8:30 p.m. | Bernice Hansen Athletic Center, Mol Arena | Free |
| Saturday, October 4 | Pancake Breakfast | 9:45-10:45 a.m. | Corum Student Union (Dining Commons) | |
| Saturday, October 4 | Pumpkin Carving | 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. | Bernice Hansen Athletic Center (Auxiliary Gym) | Free |
| Saturday, October 4 | Family Games & Activities | 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. | Bernice Hansen Athletic Center (Auxiliary Gym) | Free |
| Saturday, October 4 | Lunch Hours | Noon - 1 p.m. | Corum Student Union (Dining Commons) | |
| Saturday, October 4 | Women's Volleyball Game | 2-3:30 p.m. | Bernice Hansen Athletic Center, Mol Arena | Free |
| Saturday, October 4 | Men's Soccer Game | 4-5:30 p.m. | Soccer Complex | Free |
| Saturday, October 4 | Dinner Hours | 5-6 p.m. | Corum Student Union (Dining Commons) |
All event times are subject to change as activities are added to the schedule. Events marked with an asterisk (*) require registration.
Registration
Registration will open for Homecoming & Family Weekend in summer 2025! Advance registration is encouraged for all events.
Campus Map
We will have several open parking lots for you to conveniently park each day. Take a look at the campus map to see which lots will be available and where.
Lodging
Cornerstone is just a short drive from several local hotels, including several located downtown. See the list of hotels below. For a discounted rate, mention Cornerstone University when you book a room.
Explore the City of Grand Rapids
If you’re coming in from out of state, why not enjoy all that Grand Rapids has to offer in the fall? Take a family trip to Robinette’s, take in the fall colors at a local park, or enjoy a cup of hot chocolate from Haggerty’s. There’s so much to do and explore, you might even want to add an extra day or two to your trip.
Volunteer for Homecoming!
Volunteer for Homecoming & Family Weekend on October 3-4, 2025! Volunteer opportunities include:
- Cornerstone 5K.
- Family Games & Activities.
- Beneath the Willows Family Theatre.
To sign up for a volunteer role, please complete the Volunteer Application.