Public and Alumni Events
Friday, October 4 - October 5
Planetarium Show
Various Times | Ward Beecher Planetarium
For more information: Event Website Link
Join Dr. Pat Burrell and Curt Spivey for the Grand Re-Opening of the Ward Beecher Planetarium!
Friday, October 4-6, and October 11-13
"On the Verge" Play
Various Times | Bliss Hall
For more information: Event Website Link
In 1888, three intrepid women explorers—Mary, Fanny, and Alex—unite to conquer Terra Incognita, the final mysterious frontier. Eric Overmyer’s On the Verge is a whimsical journey through space and time, blending lyrical dialogue with surreal imagery and requiring a strong ensemble cast.
Friday, October 4
BCHHS Alumni Dinner
5:30pm | Mr. Anthony's Banquet Center
For more information: Event Website Link
WCBA Alumni BANQUET
5:45pm | Weir Atrium in Williamson Hall
For more information: Event Website Link
Buffet will start at 5:45 p.m. and close at 7:00 p.m. when the Awards Program begins.
Divine 9 Alumni Mixer
6:00pm - 11:00pm | Charlie Staples / Pitboss
For more information: Contact Susan Moorer
First Fridays
Friday Evening, Times Vary | This Month: Wick Ave. Corridor | See firstfridaysyoungstown.org for details.
Enjoy live music, entertainment, delicious food and drink specials, shopping, art exhibits, and much more. Events are free and held at locations throughout downtown Youngstown. Fall Market at the Main Public Library; Art Reception and Live Music at the McDonough Museum; YMCA Parents Night Out; OH WOW 1/2 price; Butler Museum open til 8; Historical Youngstown Ghost Tour; Noble Creature live music and beer tapping, Ward Beecher Planetarium Show; Volleyball and Badminton at Harrison Fields (across from MVR); Dining and Drinks at MVR an Yosteria.
Saturday, October 5
YNG Flea
9:00am - 3:00pm | E. Federal St. YNG FLEA building
For more information: Event Website Link
Divine 9 Alumni Tailgate
10:00am - 2:00pm | M-81 Parking Lot
For more information: Contact Susan Moorer
Homecoming Parade
12:00pm | Fifth Avenue
Presented by: Student Activities
This event is open to to the public, anyone is welcome to attend. Enjoy a parade, a performance from the YSU Marching Band, and a display of floats!
For more information: Event Website Link
Sunday, October 6
Half Century Celebration
11:30am - 2:00pm | Pollock House
For more information: Event Website Link
Rekindle your Penguin spirit and reminisce with the Class of 1974 and earlier graduates! Please join us on Homecoming weekend to honor the newly inducted members of the Half Century Club with a luncheon and pinning ceremony
Dana Alumni Wind Ensemble
6:00pm | DeYor Powers Auditorium
Presented by: Dana School of Music
For more information: Event Website Link
Student Focused Events
wednesday, october 2
WFMJ PRIZE WHEEL
10:00am | Campus Core (Rain Location: Lower Arcade, Kilcawley Center)
Breaking News - Join our favorite local TV personalities as they return to the YSU campus with gifts, prizes, and plenty of fun for Homecoming Week Festivities.
Thursday, October 3
3D Printed Pete the Penguin Fire Hydrant Scavenger Hunt
All Day | Follow @ysu_sga on Instagram to find out the location.
Student Government Association is hiding your favorite 3D printed Pete the Penguin Fire Hydrants from LocallyPrint3D all around campus. Keep an eye out for clues by following @ysu_sga to claim one of them for your very own.
Student Center Renovation Open Forums
12:00 Noon - 1:00 pm, 3:00pm-4:00pm, or 5:00pm-6:00pm | Rossi Room, Kilcawley Center
Over the past year, YSU has worked closely with WTW and Strollo Architecture firms to gather feedback on the YSU campus's needs in a renovated student center. We want to share a brief overview of the project; updated plans based on input provided by the YSU Community and continue to gather feedback to make final changes. This will be the last open forums before finalizing drawings. A variety of gourmet popcorn will be provided. Spaces are limited to 60 participants. Please RSVP by October 1 at 5pm.
Fall Fire Fest
7:30pm - 11:00pm | M71 Parking Lot
Presented by: Penguin Productions
Get ready to ignite the excitement at YSU’s Fall Fire Fest! It’s the best way to kick off Homecoming Weekend! Here’s what’s in store:
- Live Music: Fall into the rhythm with live music at our seasonal celebration!
- Pep Rally: Feel the spirit with the YSU Marching Pride, our Homecoming Court, and YSU Penguin Student-Athletes.
- Fall Fun: Explore a variety of favorite fall activities hosted by student organizations.
- Tasty Treats: Indulge in delicious bites from your favorite food trucks.
- Bonfire: Gather 'round the Fall Fire Fest bonfire- it's the heart of the event!
Don't miss out on our 11th Annual Fall Fire Fest- it's going to be the best one yet! See you there!
Friday, OCTOBER 4
Red and White Day Carnival
11:00am - 2:00pm | Heritage Park
We are putting a new spin on this classic event!
At the Red and White Day Carnival:
- Play your Favorite Carnival Games
- Win Tickets to Exchange for Prizes
- Enter to WIN the Grand Prize: Beats Headphones
- Get a balloon sculpture from Jocko
- Indulge in Classic Carnival Treats
Sponsored by Student Activities
Build-A-Penguin Lottery
11:00am - 12:15pm | Follow @ysu_activities on Instagram to find out the location.
Follow @ysu_activities on Instagram to get the link to enter. This is your chance to be randomly selected with a limited number of students guaranteed to build a stuffed penguin! Student winners receive a private link to sign up for their Friday time slot to enter the "build a penguin factory." This event is exclusively for current YSU students. You must present your YSU ID to claim your penguin. One penguin per student. You must be present at the event to stuff a penguin.
Sponsored by Student Activities
Build-A-Penguin Walk-Up
12:00pm - Until They're Gone! | Follow @ysu_activities on Instagram to find out the location!
We’re offering a limited number of 150 adorable penguins available for walk-ups starting at 12:30pm. Follow Student Activities on Instagram for the location. This event is exclusively for current YSU students. You must present your YSU ID to claim your penguin. One penguin per student. You must be present at the event to stuff a penguin.
Sponsored by Student Activities
Silent Disco
6:00pm - 9:00pm | Chestnut Room, Kilcawley Center
Celebrate Homecoming Weekend in style at the Silent Disco! Three DJs will spin tunes from three different stations. Present your Y Card, grab your headphones, and dance the night away!
Sponsored by Student Activities
Kids can't wait cornhole Competition
6:30pm - 8:30pm | YSU Foundation Heritage Park
The Kids Can't Wait Cornhole Competition will raise money for Akron Children's Hospital Mahoning Valley. Teams of 2 can play for $10 and the winning team will win a cash prize. Please register for the event here: Guinathon Cornhole Tournament Sponsored by Guinathon
Saturday, October 5
Homecoming Parade
12:00pm | Fifth Avenue
Line the streets to witness this cherished tradition! What better way to gear up for the big football game than by heading to Fifth Avenue for the Homecoming Parade? Enjoy a captivating performance by the Marching Pride, as well as floats from our community and current and former Guins!
Sponsored by Student Activities
YSU Homecoming Football Game
2:00pm | Stambaugh Stadium
Cheer on the Penguins as they take on Indiana State for this year’s Homecoming football game. Then at halftime, watch the crowning of our Homecoming Royalty! Every Monday of home game weeks, YSU students can visit the Stambaugh Stadium Ticket Office to pick up their ticket! Show your valid YSU ID and receive 1 COMPLIMENTARY game ticket! For additional information call 330-941-1YSU (1978).
Sponsored by Athletics
Homecoming Royalty Crowning
Halftime | Stambaugh Stadium
Watch the crowning of this year's Homecoming Royalty!
Sponsored by Student Activities