This Weekend Writeup includes several Homecoming events, an orchestra concert, a famous play by the NIU School of Theatre and Dance and a Homecoming brunch with the NIU school mascots.
Date and Time: noon to 4 p.m. Friday
Location: The field in front of the Grant Towers
The Huskie Showdown is a high-energy homecoming competition where you can challenge your friends to a race through larger-than-life obstacles. This event is hosted by Greek Life and is free for all to attend.
NIU PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA CONCERT: “HOORAY FOR HOLLYWOOD!”
Date and Time: 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Friday
Location: Boutell Memorial Concert Hall, Music Building
The NIU School of Music invites you to attend its large ensemble concert conducted by Silas Huff. Tickets are $7 for the general public, $5 for non-NIU students, seniors and staff and are free for NIU students. Tickets must be purchased online prior to the event and are not available at the door.
Date and Time: 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Friday
Location: MLK Commons
Join other Huskies in savoring an evening of sweet treats, music and glow-in-the-dark activities while warming up and roasting marshmallows over fire pits. This event is free to attend.
SCHOOL OF THEATRE AND DANCE PRESENTS MACBETH
Date and Time: 7:30 p.m. Friday, 7:30 p.m. Saturday, 2 p.m. Sunday
Location: O’Connell Theatre, Stevens Building
The School of Theatre and Dance presents the classic play written by William Shakespeare. Tickets cost $20 for adults, $18 for seniors and staff, $12 for non-NIU students and are free for NIU students.
BRUNCH WITH MISSION AND VICTOR E.
Date and Time: 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Saturday
Location: Altgeld Hall
Catch Mission III and Victor E. Huskie at the Fourth Annual NIU Homecoming Brunch and enjoy a registration buffet with delicious food and beverages such as scrambled eggs, sausage, fresh fruit and more. Admission is $25 for adults and $15 for children.
HOMECOMING FOOTBALL GAME VS. TOLEDO
Date and Time: 2:30 p.m. Saturday
Location: Huskie Stadium
Celebrate the final days of Homecoming in Huskie Stadium where the NIU football team will take on the University of Toledo Rockets. Tickets can be purchased online.
Date and Time: 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday
Location: Convocation Center
Check out the Rep Yo Step show where various National Pan-Hellenic Council fraternities and sororities will show off their best moves. Doors will open at 6 p.m. and tickets are $15 for students and $20 for the general public.
