2024 Homecoming and Family Weekend

Friday, October 4

8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

23rd Annual Virginia Wesleyan University Golf Outing
Cypress Point Country Club

5:00 – 7:00 p.m.

Alumni Gathering @ Shorebreak Pizza & Taphouse
2941 Shore Drive, Virginia Beach, VA 23451

8:00 p.m.

Fall Mainstage Musical: Chicago
Joan & Macon Brock Theatre, Susan S. Goode Fine and Performing Arts Center

The classic Broadway masterpiece of murder, greed, corruption, violence, exploitation, adultery, and treachery - hits the VWU stage. Fosse’s sharp satire of fame, fortune, and the legal system as told through the lives of two merry murderess’ vying for the spotlight - all set to the timeless music and lyrics of Kander and Ebb - is sure to entertain, delight, and leave you wanting more.

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8:00 – 11:00 p.m.

Homecoming Dance
The Cove, Rain Location: The Harbor Grill

Crowning of the Marlin Majesties

Saturday, October 5

Alumni Games

11:00 a.m.

Baseball Kenneth R. Perry Field

12:00 p.m.

Softball Broyles Field

1:30 p.m.

Men’s Lacrosse Birdsong Field

3:30 p.m.

Women’s Lacrosse Birdsong Field

10:00 a.m.

Kiln Opening Dedication
Kiln Room of Susan T. Beverly Hall

Join us for a special kiln opening dedication honoring our special alumnus Jim "Zulu" Zullinger '70 .

10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Pickleball Play
Everett Tennis Center

Join us for spirited Pickleball Play, where alumni and friends come together for fun-filled competition and camaraderie, all to support our Men’s and Women’s Tennis program and their continued success!

11:00 a.m.

Field Hockey vs.Roanoke College
Birdsong Field

11:00 a.m.

Special Lecture with Dr. Dave Garraty - Debt Deficits: What Me Worry?
Blocker Auditorium

We are delighted to invite you to an exclusive lecture featuring our esteemed retired professor, Dave Garraty. Professor Garraty will share insights and reflections on Management, Business and Economics offering a unique opportunity to revisit the profound knowledge and experiences that have shaped our academic community.

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12:00 – 3:00 p.m.

Homecoming FinFest
Adjacent to Birdsong Field

Don’t miss out on this perfect blend of nostalgia and fun—bring your family and join us for an afternoon of laughter, games, and great company! #GDTBAM
Complimentary funnel cakes, face painting, and giant soccers darts are available for our little Marlins.
Picnic and beer tickets available for purchase.

1:00 p.m.

Women’s Soccer vs. Eastern Mennonite University
Foster Field, Tassos Paphites Soccer Complex

3:45 p.m.

Tassos Paphites Soccer Complex Dedication Ceremony
Foster Field, Tassos Paphites Soccer Complex

4:00 p.m.

Men’s Soccer vs. Ferrum College
Foster Field, Tassos Paphites Soccer Complex

4:30 p.m.

G. Robert Aston, Jr. Hall Dedication
Chesapeake Bay Academy

5:00 – 7:30 p.m.

Athletic Hall of Fame Reception and Dinner
5:00 - 6:00 p.m. Reception, Brock Commons
6:00 p.m. Dinner, C-MAC

7:00 p.m.

Speakeasy at the Goode Center
Susan S. Goode Fine and Performing Arts Center

A toast to days gone by! Alumni are invited to join the Fine and Performing Arts Department Faculty, Staff, and students and raise a glass for the arts. Come celebrate the Arts and hear about the exciting future of the Arts at VWU. Then stay to enjoy the Fall production of Chicago!

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8:00 p.m.

Fall Mainstage Musical: Chicago
Joan & Macon Brock Theatre, Susan S. Goode Fine and Performing Arts Center

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Sunday, October 6

930 a.m.

Traditional Service at Haygood UMC

10:45 p.m.

Modern Service at Haygood UMC

All alumni, students, and parents are welcome to attend. Our Virginia Wesleyan students will be singing during communion and serving as Lay Readers at both services.

2:00 p.m.

Fall Mainstage Musical: Chicago
Joan & Macon Brock Theatre, Susan S. Goode Fine and Performing Arts Center

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