October 4–5, 2024

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Homecoming 2024

Join us for homecoming on October 4-5, 2024. Together, we will celebrate with friends and family all that God in His grace has done, is doing, and all that, Lord willing, is yet to come.

Homecoming is a time for us to gather as a Cedarville community with classmates and friends to reconnect and reminisce. You will not want to miss Homecoming 2024, featuring the homecoming parade, worship finale, and lots of fun for the whole family. Reunion celebrations feature years ending in a 4 or 9. This is your year; it’s your turn to celebrate a milestone with your classmates!

Schedule

Select an event from the calendar to see the details below the event list.

2024 Event Livestreams

State of the University
Friday 10 a.m. (EDT)

In his annual State of the University address, Dr. Thomas White shares university updates and vision for the future.

Cardboard Canoe Race
Friday 3 p.m. (EDT)

Watch as freshmen engineering students and others attempt to cross Cedar Lake in a canoe they constructed with cardboard.

Alumni Honors Dinner
Friday 7 p.m. (EDT)

Join us via livestream as we celebrate our 2024 Alumni Award winners.


Homecoming Parade
Saturday 9 a.m. (EDT)

Join us live as alumni, faculty, staff, and students line the streets to watch the annual Homecoming Parade! There will be a mix of student displays, reunion floats, and community representation.

Homecoming Chapel
Saturday 10 a.m. (EDT)

Relive your 10 a.m. Chapel experience at this special service featuring worship and special messages.

Worship Finale
Saturday 7 p.m. (EDT)

Join us for an incredible night of worship.

Videos

Homecoming 2024

Watch the highlights of Cedarville University’s Homecoming 2024!

Registration

Homecoming 2024 requires registration to make sure you get a spot in all the events you would like to attend. Please make sure to select all of the activities you would like to attend on the registration form. For people registering with multiple family members or guests in their party, please make sure to click the "Add an attendee" link at the bottom of the form to and add each person in your party.

If you need to make changes to your Homecoming registration, please email us at homecoming@cedarville.edu or call 937-766-7858.

Frequently Asked Questions

Registration is open July 12–September 20, 2024. You may register online for homecoming following September 20, but we cannot guarantee that all of the events you would like to attend will have available spaces. 

For the best experience, please RSVP prior to September 20. 

If your graduation year ends in a 4 or 9, this is your year to celebrate! The Jeremiah Society will be celebrating together if your graduation year is from 1973-1955.
Yes! Homecoming is a family affair and children of all ages are welcome. Childcare is available to families in our KidZone from 9:45 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. on Saturday!
The Campus Store (bookstore) is open:
Monday - Thursday: 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Friday: 8 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Saturday: 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.
If you are interested in participating in the Homecoming parade, contact the Alumni Office at 937-766-7858 or homecoming@cedarville.edu.
Cedarville University staples such as the dining hall, Chick-fil-A, Tossed, and Panda Express will be open during Homecoming. Make sure to check out our newest dining location housed on the first floor of the new Scharnberg Business and Communication Center, The Cafe, which offers quality grab-and-go meals to fuel your day! From warm flatbreads and quesadillas to power bowls and sandwiches, the menu will keep you energized for whatever your day brings. You can find full food service hours online. Food trucks will also be on campus during the Lakeside Party on Saturday from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

During the dinner break on Saturday, take advantage of local partner restaurants in the village of Cedarville. Gather with friends at the village’s Sidewalk Saturday event, from 5 p.m. to 6:45 p.m. Main Street will be closed downtown so the entire community can enjoy good food, music, a farmer’s market, activities for kids, and more!
Yes, all members of the Cedarville family are invited to join in on the festivities. You can attend events and create memories with your students. Some events that you won't want to miss are the homecoming parade, chapel, and worship finale.

We've added a special parent gathering on Saturday from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Select this on your Homecoming registration to mix and mingle with fellow current parents and meet members of the Parents Leadership Council.