ASU Homecoming Week: It's Game On!
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ASU Homecoming week is November 15-21, 2026! Reconnect with old friends and create new memories, while celebrating the pride and traditions of ASU Homecoming Week, from the parade to the block party, to the eagerly anticipated game day when our Sun Devils take on Oklahoma State. And take a trip down memory lane to see what's new and what's still the same in Downtown Tempe. You'll be able to explore the wide array of dining and entertainment options that perfectly complement the festivities.
Lantern Walk
Come out and join us for Lantern Walk! Lantern Walk remains one of ASU's oldest and most treasured traditions. It was first celebrated in 1917. Each year students, alumni, faculty, staff and friends (normally they climb to the top of 'A' Mountain carrying lanterns to light up Tempe, following in the footsteps of their Sun Devil ancestors, and Homecoming Royalty is crowned at the top of 'A' Mountain along with brief remarks from student leaders and Sparky’s lighting up the 'A'.) This year, due to repairs on A Mountain, the walk begins on the north side of Memorial Union and end at the Nelson Fine Arts Plaza where all the traditions can still take place.
November 20, 2026 at 5:30 p.m.
See ASU Homecoming for more details.
Homecoming Parade
The Arizona State University Homecoming Parade is one of the biggest and longest-running traditions. You will see student organization floats, ASU Marching Bands, colleges, departments, community organizations, and local celebrities throughout the entirety of the parade.
The parade takes place on University Drive between Forest Avenue and McAllister Avenue on November 21, 2026. Parade start time is announced a week before the event.
Block Party
The Block Party immediately follows the Parade in front of the Fulton building and Old Main on University Drive. The festival-type event is free, open to the public and family friendly. It's a great time to meet friends old and new and to enjoy food from different Alumni chapters and clubs, games, giveaways and more. University Drive will be closed off from College Avenue to McAllister.
The Block Party will be held on November 21, 2026.
The Big Game
All the Homecoming events lead up to the big game on Saturday! For the full 2026 football schedule and to purchase tickets to this game, go here. And if you don't have tickets to this game, no problem, just watch it in Downtown Tempe at one of the many sports bars and go where there's so much more to explore: Nightlife / Dining / Events
Embrace the Nostalgia & Explore What's New!
- Revisit some old favorites with a bucket at C.A.S.A and a burger at The Chuckbox!
- Culinary Gangster - Your new favorite spot for a drink and some nourishment. Gangster salad, monster burgers, and killer sweet potato fries while you watch that Maroon and Gold Monsoon make its way to the stadium.
- Devil's Hideaway - The perfect place to check out if you are a new Devil or a graduated one! This bar will transport you to a futuristic underground tunnel system where all the devil's play. While you're at it, be sure to also check out the backroom speakeasy, the Green Room, located inside where you'll find more than just great crafted cocktail experinces.
- Neon Spur - The trendiest basement backyard vibes dive bar in Downtown goes all out with boots and cold cans.
- Cactus Sports - Don't get caught outdated, stock up with new ASU merchandize here! They have everything you need from stadium approved bags to the newest ASU shorts and jerseys.
- Don't forget dessert, Jeni's Ice Cream, Novel Ice Cream, & Crispy Cones all newly welcomed into Downtown. Try one, try them all. You know you want to.
- See what else is new and upcoming in Downtown Tempe!
Visit ASU Homecoming Week for more info on the festivities!
