Homecoming 2026

San José State University Spartan City Lights Homecoming 2025 graphic with gold silhouettes of students celebrating around a city skyline on a dark blue background.

Homecoming at SJSU 

Homecoming brings together current students, faculty, staff, and alums in celebration of Spartan Pride at San José State University! Over the years, Homecoming has grown into a beloved annual tradition, featuring a week of spirited events that showcase the best of Spartan life—school pride, community, and connection.

Be sure to bring your SJSU Tower ID and have the SJSU Sammy App ready to check in at every event.

Go Spartans! 💙💛

All Week

Department Door Decorating Competition

SJSU departments across campus will be getting into the Spartan Spirit and decorating their office doors with neon colors, swag, and decorations! More details will be posted here as we approach Homecoming week.

Sign up to participate!

RSO Social Media Video Competition

SJSU Recognized Student Organizations across campus compete in a social media video competition to celebrate their organization, SJSU, and the homecoming theme for a monetary prize. Open to ALL RSOs, Fraternity & Sorority Chapters, and other Student Groups

Sign up to participate! 

Monday, October 5th

Taste of the Bay

12 pm -3 pmm, 7th Street Plaza

Join us for our 4th annual Taste of the Bay food festival this Homecoming – where campus pride meets local flavor with tasty eats, refreshing sips, and lively entertainment.

Tuesday, October 6th 

Block Party

4 pm - 7 pm, 7th Street Plaza

It’s Homecoming Week, and we are inviting the SJSU community to step into the glow of Spartan City Lights at our 6th Annual Homecoming Block Party! To get us into the Spartan Spirit, we’re transforming 7th Street Plaza into a vibrant cityscape of food, fun, and community! Enjoy delicious bites and soak up the urban vibes at our activity stations featuring games, crafts, and interactive fun. Celebrate Homecoming under the Spartan City Lights with friends, food, and nonstop Spartan spirit! See you at the Block Party!

Wednesday, October 7th

Veterans Day Celebration

11:30 am -1:30 pmm, 7th Street Plaza

Join us for San José State University’s annual Veterans Day Celebration, a campus and community event honoring our veteran students, staff, faculty, and alums. The celebration begins with a short ceremony on the West Patio, followed by a resource fair and student car show along 7th Street Plaza. This event brings together campus departments, community partners, and students to connect, learn, and celebrate the contributions of our veteran community. 

Thursday, October 8th

19th Annual Fire on the Fountain

4:00 pm -9:00 pmm, Tower Lawn 

Rally together at SJSU’s hottest tradition, the 18th Annual Fire on the Fountain! Come rally with your fellow Spartans and enjoy free food, free swag, an inflatable challenge course, games, and entertainment from 5 pm-9 pm on Tower Lawn. Enjoy the spectacular fire show, fireworks, and pep rally featuring SJSU football players and cheer squad!

RSOs Sign Up to Table at FOF!

Alumni Social

5:30 pm - 8:00 pm, Smith/Carlos Lawn

Come back to campus and join us for a social that includes food, drink, entertainment, lawn games, and SJSU giveaways. All graduation years are welcome to attend.

Saturday, October 10th

Alumni Tailgate

TBD, CEFCU Stadium

Join us before the game to mix and mingle with fellow SJSU Alumni.

Homecoming Game: SJSU vs Wyoming

Time TBD, CEFCU Stadium

Halftime: Meet the Homecoming Court and Royalty

Representing San José State University as Homecoming Royalty is truly an exhilarating experience and one of the highest distinctions received by any student. The Homecoming Court is composed of six Spartans, with two Royalty winners (regardless of gender). 

All events are wheelchair accessible. For more information or additional accessibility needs, please get in touch with Student Involvement at getinvolved@sjsu.edu.