Homecoming and Family Weekend

The entire SLU community turns out for Homecoming and Family Weekend. SLU alumni mingle with students, staff and faculty; everyone is welcome to bring their families. Homecoming at Saint Louis University is also "parents weekend." All guardians and family members of our current Billikens are invited.

There is no cost to register for general admission or for many special events during Homecoming and Family Weekend. However, some special gatherings will have a fee or costs associated that will be noted on the schedule and at registration.

Only credit cards will be accepted on site during the event, as all Homecoming and Family Weekend celebrations are cashless. 

Registration for the 2026 Homecoming and Family Weekend will open in August 2026. If you register online, you will receive a confirmation email after registering that can guide you if you need to make adjustments later. On-site registration will be available, although some events may be sold out.

We ask that you register everyone in your group who plans to attend Homecoming and Family Weekend, including current SLU students. 

Students do need to register to attend Saint Louis University Homecoming and Family Weekend activities. If you are registering as a parent, please include them among your guests if they have not already registered themselves.

The 2026 Homecoming and Family Weekend schedule will be posted here once available. Events will also be listed in the Homecoming and Family Weekend persona of the Saint Louis University app.

If you're looking for recommended places to stay during Homecoming and Family Weekend, check out this list of hotels near Saint Louis University.

Attire is casual for most Homecoming and Family Weekend events unless otherwise noted. We suggest checking the weather before attending to ensure you pack accordingly — and be sure to purchase and bring your Homecoming and Family Weekend T-shirt! 

Please let us know as soon as possible about any special accommodations you or a guest may require during Homecoming and Family Weekend, as we cannot guarantee fulfillment of on-site requests.

Requests can be made on the registration page (look for a question on this topic) or contact us at hcfw@slu.edu.

Complimentary guest parking is available in Laclede Parking Garage and Olive Parking Garage during Homecoming and Family Weekend. Free parking will also be available in the Hickory East Garage during select events. See your confirmation email for a pass and present it to the attendant if asked. 

The Billiken Shop, the official Saint Louis University bookstore, will be open special hours for Homecoming and Family Weekend! Plan to stop by Busch Student Center to stock up.

Many dining locations across campus will be open their regular hours during Homecoming and Family Weekend, including the Billiken Grill, Grand Dining Hall, Panera Bread, Starbucks and Subway. For more information, visit the DineSLU website.