10/10/2026
SIU Homecoming is almost here! We're gearing up to welcome thousands of Salukis back to Carbondale for a weekend of music, traditions and celebration.
In Season 2, Episode 3 of The Impact Report, we preview this year's festivities with SIU Alumni Association Executive Director Molly Hudgins, City of Carbondale Tourism and Special Events Coordinator Dena Haun and Student Programming Council Homecoming Director Dylan Stemm. They share how SIU, students and the community are working together to make Homecoming bigger than ever. Last year's festival drew more than 8,000 attendees, and organizers hope to welcome 10,000 this year!
The celebration kicks off Friday, Oct. 16, with the 3rd Annual Homecoming Music Street Festival in downtown Carbondale, headlined by the Spin Doctors! The evening continues with the SIU Student After Party featuring multi-platinum recording artist KYLE.
The festival will also feature performances by North Mississippi Allstars, Cowboy Kyle of Urban Cowboy Line Dancing, Lucas Wayne & the Cottonmouths with City of Soul, and Johnny Rock-itt & The Double-Wide Symphony.
On Saturday, Oct. 17, the festivities continue with the Homecoming parade, tailgates and Saluki Football live on ESPN. Kickoff is at 3 p.m.
Watch the full segment from The Impact Report and make plans to join us for Homecoming! Find the full schedule at homecoming.siu.edu.
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