Signature Events
Bisons Block Party
Check back for 2026 information!
Bisons Block Party Activities
Speaker Series powered by The Free Press
Details coming soon!
Find the UM faculty fun on the concourse!
UM School of Art - Craft table for creative fun!
Desautels Faculty of Music - Try a new instrument and make some noise!
Faculty of Kinesiology and Recreation Management Grad Studies - Interactive games to test grip strength, jump height and other fun activities
UM Heart Garden - Orange hearts available for people to fill out in support of the Heart Garden at UM.
UM Extended Education - Enjoy a game of cornhole!
UM Libraries/Archives - Historical photos and insights into UM's history.
Price Faculty of Engineering - UMUAS (Drone Team) and UMRT (Robotics Team) showcasing drones and robots.
Clayton H. Riddell Faculty of Environment, Earth, and Resources - Handing out stickers.
IDEA START - Fast-paced (30–60 seconds) board game themed around innovation, like “Snakes and Ladders”, showcasing Innovation Hubs and I-VIC community outreach.
St. John's College - Games for adults and children, alumni nostalgia activities, plus enter to win SJC gear!
UM Student Recruitment - Apply before December 1 and have the chance to win a $5000 tuition prize!
Visit the following UM faculties on the concourse!
Learn more about:
UM Faculty of Social Work
Asper School of Business
UM College of Nursing
Faculty of Arts
Indigenous Engagement & Communications
Indigenous Student Centre
Indigenous Leadership Programming
Indigenous Birding Club
Indigenous Student Recruitment
Campus tours and scavenger hunt
Details to come!
Meet outside Gate 1 at Princess Auto Stadium for campus tours and the scavenger hunt!
This interactive and informative outdoor campus walking tour takes approximately 60 minutes and covers a large section of the Fort Garry campus. Remember comfortable footwear, weather-appropriate attire, and a water bottle!
Anytime | On Demand
Immerse yourself and return to campus – from anywhere in the world! Take a 360-degree campus tour or visit this unique Historic Lost Spaces guided tour.
Free parking!
U lot
Chancellor Matheson Rd.
University of Manitoba
Winnipeg, MB R3T 5V6 Canada
More Signature Homecoming Events
Homecoming Concert - SOLD OUT
Check back for more details!
67th Distinguished Alumni Awards Celebration of Excellence Gala presented by TD Insurance
Save the date!
Thursday, September 17, 2026
Time: 6:00 p.m.
Manitoba Room, UMSU University Centre
Alumni reunions
Plan or attend a milestone reunion. If you graduated in a year ending in "6" or "1," congratulations — you're celebrating a milestone reunion this year!
Homecoming is a wonderful way to reconnect with your former classmates, teammates, faculty, program or student group, to share experiences and create new memories.
2025 events
We're regularly adding new faculty, college and unit events and experiences to the Homecoming lineup. Check back often for the latest updates!
UM alumni merchandise
Bisons Merch Pop-up!
Show your Bisons pride and gear up for this season by visiting the Merch Pop-up at the Bisons Block Party for apparel featuring the new Bisons logo, along with limited edition pieces from the Mondetta x UM collaboration.
Mondetta x UM
History made. Legacy worn. 🦬 Mondetta x UM. This exclusive collab brings together iconic retro style and Bison pride. Ethically made. Limited Drop. Maximum statement. Own your piece before it’s gone!
Contact us
Alumni Relations
Unit 100-137 Innovation Drive
University of Manitoba
Winnipeg, MB R3T 6B6 Canada