Homecoming is filled with tradition and excitement about the University of North Texas. Alumni, faculty, staff, students and friends of the University will come together for a weekend at UNT to share traditions, rekindle old friendships and cheer on the Mean Green!

Homecoming bonfire.

• The tradition to ward off evil football spirits by lighting a large bonfire the night before the big game began in 1935.

Homecoming parade.

• The annual freshman parade became part of Homecoming in 1927, although Homecoming itself wasn't associated with football until the mid-1930s. Upper-classmen later joined the tradition. The route has varied through the years but usually loops from campus to downtown Denton.

To learn more about this year’s Homecoming events, please visit the event calendar or contact the Alumni Association at or 940-565-2834.