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Homecoming: Fireworks, Morning Madness highlight Homecoming Weekend

Pump up your school spirit by participating in Homecoming events this weekend. 

Friday, Sept. 27

I Heart Pitt Day

Noon to 2 p.m.

William Pitt Union

Celebrate your love for the University with refreshments and Pitt-spirited events. 

Photography Opportunity

1 to 5 p.m.

Outside the William Pitt Union on Forbes Avenue

Take part in a University tradition and get your pictures taken while rubbing the Panther’s nose in front of the William Pitt Union.

Screen Printing

3 to 6 p.m.

Outside the Frick Fine Arts Building on Schenley Drive

The Department of Studio Arts will host screen printing for students. 

Alumni Welcome Back Reception

6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Cathedral of Learning Commons Room

Enjoy some hors d’oeuvres, refreshments and good conversation with returning alumni.

Fireworks and Laser Show

9 p.m.

Outside the Cathedral of Learning on Bigelow Boulevard

Pitt Program Council will host its annual pyrotechnic demonstration to celebrate school spirit, returning alumni and the weekend’s events. 

Saturday, Sept. 28 

Morning Madness

9:30 to 10:30 a.m.

Stage AE at 400 North Shore Dr.

Students can meet the new Pitt basketball team during Morning Madness. Skits and a slam-dunk contest will occur on a court constructed inside the venue. 

World’s Largest Family Tailgate

9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Art Rooney Avenue

Students can begin cheering on the Panthers prior to the game. The festivities will include balloon artists, face painting, Euro Bungees and live entertainment. 

Homecoming Parade

11:30 a.m.

General Robinson Street at Tony Dorsett Way

The Homecoming court will lead fans into Heinz Field to prepare for game-time action.

Pitt vs. Virginia Football Game

12:30 p.m.

Heinz Field

The Panthers take on the Cavaliers in Pitt’s first Homecoming game as part of the Atlantic Coast Conference. 

Homecoming King and Queen Crowning

Halftime of the Pitt vs. Virginia game

Heinz Field

After the second quarter, the Homecoming court will be announced, and the king and queen will be crowned.

 
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