Homecoming and Alumni Weekend
Homecoming has grown into one of Merrimack’s most beloved traditions. 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.
Friday, Sept. 27, 2024
Time | Activity |
|---|---|
11 a.m. | Women's Ice Hockey vs. St. Lawrence University Lawler, Merrimack Athletics Complex | $10/person - Purchase tickets Cheer on the women's ice hockey team as they take on St. Lawrence University. |
2 p.m. | Field Hockey vs. Sacred Heart University Duane Stadium | Complimentary admission Cheer on the field hockey team as they take on Sacred Heart University. |
4 p.m. | Explore Campus with Admissions Ambassadors Dr. Alfred L. Arcidi Center | Complimentary - Reserve tickets 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. Join us to see what’s new and reconnect with the heart of our community. |
5:30 p.m | Athletics Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony Hall of Fame Lobby, Merrimack Athletics Complex | By invitation only Celebrate as we honor the latest inductees into the Merrimack College Athletics Hall of Fame. |
6 p.m. | Macktoberfest Duane Stadium | Complimentary + cash bar - Reserve tickets Calling all alumni, parents, students and friends! Celebrate everything there is to love about being a Warrior. Featuring family-friendly games, special performances by the Merrimack College Rock Band and Dance Team, beer garden (21+), fireworks and more. |
Saturday, Sept. 28, 2024
Time | Activity |
|---|---|
8:30 a.m. | Tailgate Lots Open Tailgate Parking | Lots E, F, G, H, K and M | Tailgate Passes Required - Purchase tailgate passes Tailgate lots open for Homecoming and Alumni Weekend. General Parking Opens General parking opens for Homecoming and Alumni Weekend. Additional information on general parking can be found in the FAQs. |
9 a.m. | Parent, Alumni and Family Welcome Reception MPR, Sakowich Campus Center | $15/person - Purchase tickets Gather with parents, alumni and families for a light breakfast and refreshments to start the day and fuel up for the Homecoming fun. |
10 a.m. | Merrimack MACKtalk: Warriors at Work Cascia Hall | Complimentary - Reserve tickets Hear from Amy Shirley, Associate Vice President & Dean, Career & Experiential Learning, about Merrimack's Warriors at Work program. The program is an exclusive opportunity for ambitious students to participate in a full-time, six-month, paid co-op experience at prestigious companies, while staying on track to graduate in four years. From internships and mentorship pairing, industry presentations to local site visits - there are lots of ways for alumni and friends to get involved. Merrimack MACKtalk: Research at Merrimack Palmisano Hall | Complimentary - Reserve tickets Merrimack's new Shared Instrumentation and Research Facility (SIRF), serves as an on-campus research hub for biology, chemistry and other life science initiatives. Learn more about transformative growth across academics, research and campus planning including the state-of-the-art research facility, SIRF and Mass Life Sciences initiatives. |
1 p.m. | Football vs. Dartmouth College & Tailgate Information Duane Stadium | Tickets Required – Purchase tickets Cheer on the Warriors as they take to the field for what promises to be an exciting game. Don’t miss the pre-game and half-time celebrations. Tailgate parking is available in Lots E, F, G, H, K and M | Tailgate Passes Required - Purchase tailgate passes |
5 p.m. | Homecoming and Alumni Weekend Mass Cascia Hall Join the Merrimack community as we celebrate a Homecoming liturgy presided over by Rev. Raymond Dlugos, O.S.A, vice president, mission and ministry. |
7 p.m. | Family Big Prize Bingo MPR, Sakowich Campus Center | Complimentary admission Join fellow students and the staff of the Office of Student Life to compete for some great prizes in one of our students’ favorite events – Big Prize Bingo. |
7 p.m. | Women’s Volleyball vs. Saint Peter's University Hammel Court, Merrimack Athletics Complex | Complimentary admission Cheer on the women's volleyball team as they take on Saint Peter’s University. |
Sunday, Sept. 29, 2024
Time | Activity |
|---|---|
Noon | Field Hockey vs. Lehigh University Duane Stadium | Complimentary admission Cheer on the field hockey team as they take on Lehigh University. |
Noon | Women’s Volleyball vs. Rider University Hammel Court, Merrimack Athletics Complex | Complimentary admission Cheer on the women's volleyball team as they take on Rider University. |
Frequently Asked Questions
What Homecoming and Alumni Weekend events require tickets?
Homecoming and Alumni Weekend events that require tickets are included below.
- Women’s Ice Hockey – $10/person
- Parent and Family Welcome Reception – $15/person
- Alumni Welcome Reception – $15/person
- Football vs. Dartmouth – Starting at $25/ticket
- Tailgate Passes – Starting at $100/spot
All other weekend events are complimentary to our alumni, students, parents, faculty and staff. To register for complimentary events, click here.
How do students access tickets for Homecoming and Alumni Weekend events?
Students can access all Homecoming and Alumni Weekend events by showing their valid Merrimack identification at the door. No pre-event ticket reservations are required for students.
Can my ticket(s) be refunded?
All event tickets and tailgate passes are non-refundable or exchangeable. Events are rain or shine.
Is tailgating permitted on-campus?
Yes, on-campus tailgating is permitted in Lots E, F, G, H, K and M during Homecoming and Alumni Weekend. Tailgating is not permitted in any other locations on or off campus. To purchase a tailgate pass, click here.
All other parking passes are void, and student parking passes will not be accepted for a tailgate space.
Upon arrival to campus, please have your tailgate pass printed and visible until parked in your tailgate spot.
Confirmation details, including campus access and entrance instructions for tailgate lots, will be emailed on Thursday, Sept. 26.
Special note: Tailgate passes are limited. All event tickets and tailgate passes are non-refundable or exchangeable.
What are the tailgating guidelines?
Our Homecoming and Alumni Weekend tailgate experience is an exciting annual tradition. Merrimack tailgate policies include:
Parking
- Tailgating is only permitted in Lots E, F, G, H, K and M. Lots open at 8:30 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 28.
- With a purchased tailgate pass you receive one (1) parking spot for a car, pick-up truck or SUV in your designated tailgate lot. No RVs will be permitted in tailgate lots.
- Parking spaces may not be reserved or saved for others. Individuals who want to tailgate adjacent to one another must enter campus at the same time.
General
- Tailgating activities should be restricted to your vehicle space as a courtesy to other fans and the need to keep the lots safe for all participants.
- Tents, tables and other tailgating items cannot obstruct travel lanes.
- No animals are allowed within the designated tailgate areas or inside athletic facilities.
Cooking and BBQ
- Charcoal grills are not permitted.
- Grills located directly under tents are not permitted.
Will general parking be available?
General parking is available on campus on a first-come basis.
On Friday, Sept. 27 general parking will be available in Lots E, F and H. Lots will close at 10 p.m. to accommodate tailgating on Saturday. Vehicles parked in lots after closing will be subject to tow at the vehicle owner’s expense.
On Saturday, Sept. 28, parking will open at 8:30 a.m. Guests without a tailgate pass will be directed to the first available spots upon arrival to campus. Please enter campus via Rock Ridge Road. Tailgating is not permitted in general parking. Please allow for extra time to find parking.
Overflow parking will be located at Andover Landing (Andover Landing, Haverhill St., Rt. 133, Andover, MA). Shuttles will run from Andover Landing to Merrimack College (Lot A). Please allow extra time for shuttle service. Vehicles remaining at Andover Landing after 10 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 29 will be subject to tow at vehicle owner’s expense.
For guaranteed parking on campus, tailgate passes are available for purchase.
Parking is not permitted at the North Andover Office Park (203 Turnpike Street/451 Andover Street).
I have a residential student parking permit. What do I do?
Residential students with parking permits should follow the instructions outlined in the Homecoming and Alumni Weekend Parking and Lot Closures email communication.
The Warrior Shuttle will operate on its regular schedule on Friday, Sept. 27 and a modified schedule on Saturday, Sept. 28.
Are children welcome to attend Homecoming and Alumni Weekend?
Of course! Events and programs throughout the weekend will be family-friendly, so we encourage our alumni and families to bring their future Warriors!
Will the Merrimack College bookstore be open?
The Merrimack College bookstore will be open the following hours:
Friday, Sept. 27: 8 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Saturday, Sept. 28: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Sunday, Sept. 29: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
I have additional questions. Who can I contact?
- Tickets and Tailgate Passes: [email protected]
- General Inquiries: [email protected]
