Join fellow Merrimack alumni, parents, students, faculty, staff and friends to celebrate all things Merrimack. Show your Merrimack spirit wearing your best blue and gold as you cheer on our Warriors throughout the weekend. Events include Macktoberfest and Decades at Duane, athletic games, tailgating and more!
1 p.m. | Field Hockey vs. University of New Haven
Martone-Mejail Field | Complimentary admission
Cheer on the field hockey team as they take on the University of New Haven.
3 p.m. | Women’s Volleyball vs. Niagara University
Complimentary admission
Cheer on the women’s volleyball team as they take on Niagara University.
4 p.m. | Explore Campus with Admissions Ambassadors
Dr. Alfred L. Arcidi Center | Complimentary admission – register here
Rediscover Merrimack through the eyes of our Student Admissions Ambassadors. Whether it’s your first time back or you visit often, this tour offers a fresh perspective on how the campus has evolved.
4:30 p.m. | Alumni Cocktail Reception – NEW!
Duane Stadium | Complimentary admission + cash bar – register here
Calling all alumni! Kick off Homecoming and Alumni Weekend with the alumni cocktail reception. Reconnect with Warriors, reminisce about old times and create new memories. Alumni will receive (1) drink ticket to be used during the evening events.
5:30 p.m. | Macktoberfest and Decades at Duane – NEW!
Duane Stadium | Complimentary admission + cash bar – register here
Relive memories and make new ones—this signature event has it all and brings together the entire Warrior community – students, parents, alumni, friends and fans. Don’t miss the fun, food and festivities:
8:30 a.m. | Tailgate Lots Open
Tailgate Lots C, E, F, H, K and M | Tailgate pass required – purchase here
For guaranteed parking on-campus, guests are highly encouraged to pre-purchase a tailgate pass, while supplies last. For more information, click here.
8:30 a.m. | Warrior Path – NEW!
Tailgate pass required – purchase here
Experience tailgating like never before with the Warrior Path! Located in the heart of campus, this exclusive experience gives you your own tent with tables and chairs, VIP parking, a delicious food buffet and premium cash bar, live music, exciting giveaways and football tickets—choose between the VIP game experience or general admission.
9 – 10 a.m. | Alumni, Parent and Family Welcome Reception
Rogers Center for the Arts | $15/person – purchase tickets
Start your day with a light breakfast at the Rogers Center for the Arts. Join alumni, parents and families as President Hopey welcomes everyone to an exciting weekend!
9 a.m. | The Tailgate Toast – NEW!
Majors and Minors, Rogers Center for the Arts | Cash bar
Kick off your Saturday of Homecoming, Reunion and Alumni Weekend with The Tailgate Toast—a spirited Bloody Mary and Mimosa bar to start your day the festive way!
10 – 11 a.m. | MackTalk: The Future of Merrimack Athletics
Cascia Hall | Complimentary admission – register here
Hear from Merrimack’s new director of athletics, Joe Foley, for a fireside chat on the future of Merrimack College and Warrior athletics. Discover what “Together We Win” truly means as we explore the bold vision and strategic priorities driving Merrimack’s next era of DI excellence.
11 a.m. – Noon | MackTalk: Celebrating the First Augustinian Pope
Cascia Hall | Complimentary admission – register here
Join Father Raymond Dlugos, O.S.A., Ph.D., vice president for mission and ministry, for a powerful reflection on the enduring impact of Merrimack’s Augustinian heritage. Explore the legacy of Pope Leo XIV and the significance of his honorary degree from Merrimack in 2005.
11 a.m. | Game Day Kickoff – Hosted by MCTV
St. Clare Court
Be part of the pre-game show being hosted by MCTV. Family fun with inflatables, cider donuts and more!
1 p.m. | Football vs. Robert Morris
Duane Stadium | Starting at $25/ticket – purchase here
Cheer on the Warriors as they take to the field for what promises to be an exciting game. Don’t miss the pregame and half-time celebrations.
1 p.m. | Women’s Volleyball vs. Canisius University
Hammel Court | Complimentary admission
Cheer on the women’s volleyball team as they take on Canisius University.
5 p.m. | Homecoming, Reunion and Alumni Weekend Mass
Cascia Hall
Join Father Raymond Dlugos, O.S.A., Ph.D., vice president for mission and ministry for a Homecoming, Reunion and Alumni Weekend liturgy.
7 p.m. | Family Big Prize Bingo
MPR, Sakowich Campus Center | Complimentary admission
Join students, families and the Office of Student Life to compete for some great prizes in one of our students’ favorite events – Big Prize Bingo.
We’re rolling out the blue carpet for Homecoming, Reunion & Alumni Weekend. Don’t miss a chance to be a part of the action!
Homecoming, Reunion and Alumni Weekend events that require tickets are included below and can be purchased here:
All other weekend events are complimentary to our alumni, parents, families and Warrior fans. Merrimack College students can show their valid Merrimack identification for free access to events.
To register for complimentary events, click here.
Students can access Homecoming, Reunion and Alumni Weekend events by showing their valid Merrimack identification at the door/gate.
All event tickets and tailgate passes are non-refundable or exchangeable. Events are rain or shine.
Friday, October 3
General parking will be available on a first-come basis. Lots will close at 11 p.m. to accommodate tailgating on Saturday. Vehicles parked in lots after 11 p.m. will be towed at the vehicle owner’s expense.
Saturday, October 4
Tailgate lots will open at 8:30 a.m. Only vehicles with tailgate passes will be permitted to park on-campus.
General parking will be available at Riverwalk in Lawrence, Massachusetts (350 Merrimack Street, Lawrence, MA). Courtesy shuttles will be available between Riverwalk and Merrimack College. Vehicles remaining at Riverwalk after 7 p.m. on Saturday, October 4 will be subject to tow at the vehicle owner’s expense.
Parking is not permitted at the North Andover Office Park (203 Turnpike Street/451 Andover Street) or at Merrimack College’s East Campus (510/530 Turnpike Street). Parking is not allowed in the surrounding neighborhoods adjacent to Merrimack’s campus. Vehicles will be subject to tow at the vehicle owner’s expense.
For guaranteed parking on-campus on Saturday, Oct. 4, purchase a tailgate pass here.
Shuttles will run from general parking at Riverwalk to Merrimack throughout the day.
Shuttle Schedule (Riverwalk to Merrimack)
Shuttle Schedule (Merrimack to Riverwalk)
Yes, on-campus tailgating is permitted in Lots C, E, F, H, K and M during Homecoming, Reunion and Alumni Weekend. Tailgating is not permitted in any other locations on or off campus. To purchase a tailgate pass, click here.
General Tailgate Lots
With a purchased tailgate pass you receive one (1) parking spot for a car, pick-up truck or SUV in your designated tailgate lot (Lots C, F, H, K and M). No RVs will be permitted in tailgate lots. All other parking passes are void, and student parking passes will not be accepted for a tailgate space.
Lot C – $125/spot
Lot F – SOLD OUT!
Lot H – $125/spot
Lot K – SOLD OUT!
Lot M – SOLD OUT!
The Warrior Path
With the purchase of the Warrior Path package, you receive (2) parking passes in your designated lot. No RVs will be permitted in tailgate lots. All other parking passes are void, and student parking passes will not be accepted for a tailgate space.
Campus Arrival
Upon arrival to campus, please have your tailgate pass printed and visible until parked in your tailgate spot.
Additional information and confirmation details about tailgating will be shared closer to Homecoming, Reunion and Alumni Weekend.
Special note: Tailgate passes are limited. All event tickets and tailgate passes are non-refundable or exchangeable.
Our Homecoming, Reunion and Alumni Weekend tailgate experience is an exciting annual tradition. Merrimack tailgate policies include:
Parking
General
Cooking and BBQ
Those who purchased tailgate parking passes should follow the instructions below to enter campus.
Lots C, Lot F and Warrior Path
Vehicles will enter through Rockridge Road and be directed through staff/signage to turn into Lot A.
Vehicles will be directed through Lot A and continue to Medina Drive around the church and new dorm construction.
Vehicles will be directed to travel down Aherne to Lot C, Lot F or Warrior Path.
Lot G and Lot M
Vehicles enter Rockridge Road and head towards the Sakowich Gate
Through staff and signage, Lot H passholders will be directed into the left lane once through the Sakowich Gate, where they will then enter the lot
Lot M/G will stay in the right lane and proceed forward to take a left on Walsh Way
Staff will direct Lot M passholders to enter via Fenton Road.
Lot K
Signage on Elm St. will direct vehicles to the appropriate entrance
Vehicles enter Fox Hill Road from Elm St. and proceed to the Monican Gate
Lot K passholders will enter Monican and be directed to Lot K – filling the lot from the bridge-side out
Residential students with parking permits will receive instructions from the Mack Force.
Students with Premium campus parking will be permitted to park in their assigned parking space.
Of course! Events and programs throughout the weekend will be family-friendly, so we encourage our alumni and families to bring their future Warriors!
The Merrimack College Bookstore will be open during Homecoming, Reunion and Alumni Weekend at the following times:
Friday – 8 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Saturday- 8 a.m. – 6 p.m.
