Homecoming Weekend 2025: Jurassic Berg

Homecoming: Jurassic 'Berg will be the weekend of Oct. 3-5. Highlights include the Fieldhouse Grand Opening dedication and ribbon cutting and Greek Sing on Friday, the Homecoming parade, game and crowning of Homecoming Royalty, Alumni Band, Greek alumni tents and lots of other family-friendly fun on Saturday, and the School of Music & Theatre Gala on Sunday.

Registered participants will receive a free 'Berg swag item and tickets to the football game at Homecoming Central as our thank you for signing up and joining us.

Friday, October 3

HOMECOMING OPEN HOUSE
University Commons | 9:30 AM - 2:00 PM
Bring your future Student Prince to our Homecoming Open House!
Tour campus, talk to an admission representative, learn more about academic interests, and enjoy a lunch on us in our dining hall.
https://admission.heidelberg.edu/register/HOCO-2025

FIELDHOUSE GRAND OPENING DEDICATION & RIBBON CUTTING

Fieldhouse | 2:00 PM
Join us as we celebrate the grand opening of our new Fieldhouse! 🎉✂️
In partnership with the Seneca County Collaborative. Everyone Welcome.

GREEK LIFE COUNCIL PRESENTS: GREEK SING 2025
Seiberling Gymnasium | 7:00 PM
Join members of the Heidelberg Greek community for an annual tradition showcasing each group’s unique traditions and talents.🎤💃🕺

Saturday, October 4

FIELDHOUSE OPEN
Fieldhouse | 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
We’re proud to unveil our brand-new Fieldhouse, an exciting space for athletic, academic, and recreational use! Stop in to see our cutting-edge athletic facilities, classrooms, and collaborative spaces designed to support both learning and wellness. Guided tours are available at 10:00 AM, 12:00 PM, and 5:00 PM. 💪📚

HOMECOMING CENTRAL
Saurwein Health and Wellness Center, Delt Lounge | 8:30 AM
Check in, get your 'Berg freebies for registering online, participate in activities for future Student Princes, and so much more!

SIG ALUMNI ASSOCIATION MEETING
Hoernemann Refectory Lower Dining Room | 9:00 AM

ALUMNI BAND REHEARSAL
The "H's" Track at Hoernemann Stadium | Check-In opens at 9:00 AM
Alumni Band Members will rehearse with the Heidelberg University Marching Band (HUMB) beginning at 9:45am. The Alumni Band will join the HUMB during pregame to perform the Alma Mater and Star Spangled Banner, and at halftime to perform 3-4 songs. This year's Homecoming theme is "Jurassic Berg" so the band will be playing many of your dinosaur-related favorite tunes. Additionally, the alumni band members are welcome to join the HUMB for the Homecoming parade starting at 11:00 AM. Registration is free for all participants but If you don't already have an Alumni Band T-Shirt and wish to purchase one, they are $15 each. The deadline for ordering a t-shirt is Friday, September 19. Music will be distributed via email or if you wish to request a paper copy, please contact Pat Page at ppage@heidelberg.edu or 419-448-2073.

FIELDHOUSE GUIDED TOURS
Fieldhouse | 10:00 AM
Come experience a guided tour of our brand-new Fieldhouse! Explore state-of-the-art athletic facilities, academic spaces, and more.

HEIDELBERG HUGS AT THE H CELEBRATING BERG SWEETHEARTS!
The Heidelberg H | 10:30 AM
For all those who met or found their significant other through their shared Heidelberg experience, gather at the H for a moment to celebrate your love and connection! All married couples will receive a pair of sweetheart pins. 💕

HOMECOMING PARADE
Greenfield Street | 11:00 AM
Cheer on the HU Marching Band and Student Orgs as they parade down Greenfield Street! 🥁🎺
*Greenfield and Rebecca Streets will be closed prior to and during the Homecoming Parade. Please plan accordingly.

ALUMNI COUNCIL TENT
Saurwein Health & Wellness Center Patio | 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Meet your Alumni Council representatives and get some more ‘Berg swag for stopping by!

DINOSAUR EGG HUNT
Saurwein Health & Wellness Center, Delt Lounge | 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
🦕🔍 Join us for a fun adventure as kids hunt for colorful dinosaur eggs filled with surprises! 🦖🥚

SAFARI HATS, DINOSAUR FUN, AND PHOTOS
Saurwein Health & Wellness Center, Delt Lounge | 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
🎩🖍️ Decorate your own safari hat, then strike a pose with the 'Berg Dinos! 🦖📸 A wild adventure full of creativity and dino-sized fun! 🌿🦕

FIELDHOUSE GUIDED TOURS
Fieldhouse | 12:00 PM
Come experience a guided tour of our brand-new Fieldhouse! Explore state-of-the-art athletic facilities, academic spaces, and more.

GREEK VILLAGE
Around the Saurwein Pond | 12:00 PM
Celebrate Greek unity at the annual Homecoming tents!

MEN’S SOCCER GAME VS. WILMINGTON
Hidden Valley Soccer Complex | 1:00 PM
Join us in supporting our Men’s Soccer team as they take the field against Wilmington this Homecoming Weekend! ⚽

HOMECOMING FOOTBALL GAME VS. CAPITAL
Riesen Field at Hoernemann Stadium | 1:30 PM
Join in all the excitement with the Heidelberg community to cheer on the Student Princes as they take on the Capital Comets. The Homecoming Royalty will be announced at halftime. 🏈 👑

FIELDHOUSE GUIDED TOURS
Fieldhouse | 5:00 PM
Come experience a guided tour of our brand-new Fieldhouse! Explore state-of-the-art athletic facilities, academic spaces, and more.

BIG SIG PIG ROAST
Camden Falls Event & Reception Center, 2460 OH-231, Tiffin, Ohio 44883 | 90 minutes following the football game.
Entertainment provided by the McDickie’s led by Professor Emeritus of Communication and Media, Dr. Gary “Doc” Dickerson.
Contact Sig Alumni President, Jeff Sellers, at jwsellers5439@aol.com for more information and to purchase tickets.
All proceeds will benefit the Jack Bertolino Memorial Sigma Tau Nu Scholarship at Heidelberg.

Sunday, October 5

ALUMNI COUNCIL MEETING
Adams Hall | 10:00 AM
Alumni Council members only

SCHOOL OF MUSIC & THEATRE GALA
Trinity UCC, 131 E Perry St, Tiffin | 2:00 PM
Don’t miss out on the presentation of this year’s Berg Bravo! Distinguished Career Awards.🏆