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!
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: Chad and Marlana Smith, World Orphans | 10-10:45 a.m. | Christ Chapel (Sanctuary) | Free |
| Friday, October 3 | Lunch in Dining Commons ($5) | 11 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. | Corum Student Union (Dining Commons) | $5 Meal Ticket for Alumni & Families |
| Friday, October 3 | Dinner in Dining Commons ($5) | 4:30-6:30 p.m. | Corum Student Union (Dining Commons) | $5 Meal Ticket for Alumni & Families |
| Friday, October 3 | Women's Soccer (RWSOC) vs. Olivet Nazarene University | 6-7:30 p.m. | Soccer Complex | Free With Registration |
| Friday, October 3 | Women's Volleyball Game vs. Madonna University | 7-8:30 p.m. | Bernice Hansen Athletic Center, Mol Arena | Free With Registration |
| Saturday, October 4 | Pickleball Tournament | 11 a.m. | $20 Per Team | |
| Saturday, October 4 | Lunch in the Dining Commons — smoked specialities (NEW campus smoker!) | Noon - 1 p.m. | Corum Student Union (Dining Commons) | $5 Meal Ticket for Alumni & Families |
| Saturday, October 4 | Family Activities: Apple Cider, Fireside, Pumpkin Carving, Face Painting, Lawn Games & More | 1-4 p.m. | Courtyard, Bell Tower & Lawn | Free |
| Saturday, October 4 | Women's Soccer vs. University of Northwestern Ohio | 1-2:30 p.m. | Soccer Complex | Free With Registration |
| Saturday, October 4 | Women's Volleyball Game vs. University of Michigan-Dearborn | 2-3:30 p.m. | Bernice Hansen Athletic Center, Mol Arena | Free With Registration |
| Saturday, October 4 | Men's Soccer Game vs. University of Northwestern Ohio | 4-5:30 p.m. | Soccer Complex | Free With Registration |
| Saturday, October 4 | Dinner in Dining Commons ($5) | 5-6 p.m. | Corum Student Union (Dining Commons) | $5 Meal Ticket for Alumni & Families |
| Saturday, October 4 | Powderpuff Game | 7-8:30 p.m. | Cook/Van Osdel Lawn | Free |
All event times are subject to change as activities are added to the schedule.
Registration
Registration is open for Homecoming & Family Weekend! 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! To sign up for a volunteer role, please complete the Volunteer Application.