Washington, DC • October 11–18, 2026
Hotels for Howard University Homecoming 2026
Come back to DC for one of Howard University's most celebrated traditions. Stay at Kellogg Conference Hotel and enjoy a comfortable home base for a week filled with Bison pride, reunions, events, traditions and Homecoming weekend excitement.
Howard Homecoming Week | October 11–18
Plan Your Homecoming Stay
Oct. 11–18 2026 Homecoming Week
Oct. 16 Yardfest & Greek Step Show
Oct. 17 Howard vs. Morehouse
3:30 PM Kickoff at Greene Stadium
Bison Pride Returns to DC
Homecoming Week Is Calling
Howard University Homecoming is more than a football weekend. It's a celebration of tradition, community, culture and generations of Bison returning to Washington, DC.
From student events and alumni gatherings to Yardfest and the Homecoming game, the week brings Howard's campus and the surrounding city to life. For alumni, families, friends and fans traveling to DC, Kellogg Conference Hotel offers a comfortable place to make your home base for the celebration.
With Homecoming activities taking place throughout the week, arriving early or extending your stay gives you more time to reconnect, explore the city and enjoy everything surrounding one of Howard's most anticipated traditions.
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2026 Homecoming Highlights
Homecoming Week runs October 11–18, with signature events bringing students, alumni and the Howard community together throughout the celebration.
Homecoming Week
Bison Madness
Tip off the Homecoming celebration with one of the week's signature student traditions and plenty of Bison spirit.
Friday • October 16
Yardfest
One of Howard Homecoming's most recognizable traditions brings music, community and unmistakable Homecoming energy to campus.
Friday • October 16
Greek Step Show
Experience a Homecoming favorite showcasing the energy, tradition and performances of Howard's Greek community.
Saturday • October 17
Howard vs. Morehouse
Cheer on the Bison as Howard faces Morehouse at Greene Stadium, with kickoff scheduled for 3:30 PM.
Event dates, times and programming are subject to change. Travelers should confirm the latest Homecoming schedule with Howard University when planning their visit.
Homecoming Game Day
Howard vs. Morehouse
Saturday, October 17, 2026
3:30 PM • Greene Stadium
3:30 PM • Greene Stadium
Saturday brings one of the biggest moments of Homecoming Week as the Howard Bison take the field against the Morehouse Maroon Tigers at Greene Stadium.
Whether you're returning to cheer on your alma mater, meeting up with friends and family, or experiencing Howard Homecoming for the first time, game day is a centerpiece of the weekend.
Staying at Kellogg Conference Hotel gives you a comfortable Washington, DC home base before and after the game, with plenty more of the city to explore throughout your Homecoming stay.
Plan Your Homecoming Weekend
Getting to Howard University From Kellogg
Kellogg Conference Hotel puts Homecoming visitors in Washington, DC with convenient options for reaching Howard University while keeping the rest of the capital within easy reach.
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Rideshare or Taxi
A taxi or rideshare can provide a straightforward way to travel between Kellogg Conference Hotel and Howard University. Allow extra time during major Homecoming events when traffic and demand around campus may increase.
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Public Transportation
Washington's public transportation network provides additional options for getting around the city during your stay. Check current WMATA routes and schedules before heading to campus, especially during Homecoming weekend.
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Plan Ahead for Game Day
Homecoming brings large crowds to Howard's campus. Give yourself additional travel time for Yardfest, the Homecoming game and other signature events, and confirm event-specific transportation or access information before leaving the hotel.
Homecoming Tip: Build some flexibility into your schedule. With events taking place throughout the week and thousands of visitors returning to DC, leaving a little extra travel time can make it easier to enjoy the celebration without rushing from one event to the next.
Stay in Washington, DC
Your Home Base for Howard Homecoming
Homecoming days can be packed from morning through night. Kellogg Conference Hotel gives you a comfortable place to recharge between campus traditions, reunions, game day and everything else you have planned in Washington, DC.
Relax Between Homecoming Events
A Quieter Side of Your DC Weekend
Located on the historic campus of Gallaudet University, Kellogg Conference Hotel offers a more relaxed setting to return to after a full day of Homecoming celebrations.
Settle into a comfortable guest room, stay connected, grab something to eat, or simply recharge before heading back out for another day of Bison traditions and DC experiences.
Complimentary High-Speed Wi-Fi
Fitness Studio
24-Hour Guest Services
Outtakes Market
Shuttle to Union Station
Peaceful Campus Setting
Come for Homecoming. Make a Weekend of DC.
Your trip doesn't have to end when the Homecoming event schedule does. From neighborhoods and restaurants to museums, monuments and some of Washington's most famous landmarks, Kellogg gives you a home base for experiencing more of the city while you're here.