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Nipissing's Homecoming 2026

Name: Nipissing's Homecoming 2026
Start: 2026-09-18
End: 2026-09-19
Location: North Bay

Nipissing's Homecoming 2026 is a community-wide celebration in North Bay featuring a variety of free sporting events, alumni gatherings, and family activities. The weekend event brings together students, faculty, and residents to celebrate university pride through athletic competitions and collaborations with local attractions.

Date: Sep 18-19, 2026
Location: North Bay
Status: Upcoming

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CA Upcoming

Nipissing's Homecoming 2026

Date: Sep 18-19, 2026
Location: North Bay

University Homecoming Sports

Event summary

Highlights

Free admission to all scheduled events and sporting matches
Collegiate athletics including hockey, soccer, and lacrosse
Family-friendly KidsZone and community barbecue
Complimentary rides on the Heritage Railway and Carousel

The festivities commence on Friday evening with a Lakers men’s lacrosse match followed by an alumni social at a local brewery. Saturday’s schedule includes a formal kick-off at the campus Tipi, leading into an afternoon of family-oriented programming such as a KidsZone and a community barbecue. Athletic highlights throughout the day include soccer matches, volleyball games at the R.J. Surtees Student Athletics Centre, and hockey doubleheaders at Memorial Gardens.

In addition to campus events, the celebration extends to the North Bay waterfront and downtown area. Attendees can access the North Bay Farmer’s Market Fall Fair and receive complimentary rides on the Heritage Railway and Carousel. All scheduled events are free of charge, and participants are encouraged to wear the school colors of blue and green to show their support for the Lakers teams.

Practical details

Before attending

Check the sources below for current opening times, admission prices and registration requirements. A date range does not mean the event runs continuously or that admission is free.