Homecoming 2026: House of Monarchs

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The House of Monarchs will gather once again as Methodist University celebrates Homecoming 2026 on October 16–18, 2026.

Join fellow Monarchs for a weekend of tradition, celebration, and connection as alumni, students, families, faculty, staff, and friends come together to celebrate their pride in and the legacy of Methodist University.

Interested in helping shape the festivities? We invite alumni to serve on the Homecoming Committee. Contact the Alumni Office at [email protected] or 910.630.7200 to learn more.

More information will be shared as plans continue to take shape. For now, save the date and make plans to return to the House of Monarchs.

Lodging

Traveling from out of town? Make plans to return to the House of Monarchs and enjoy special rates at our preferred hotel partners.

• Fairfield Inn & Suites Fayetteville North
  Book through Fairfield’s Homecoming reservation link or call 910.223.7867 and mention Methodist University to receive the Homecoming rate.
• Home2 Suites by Hilton Fayetteville North
  Book through the Home2 Suites reservation link or visit Hilton.com and enter Corporate Account #2694677 under Special Rates to access the Methodist University rate.
• Additional Hotel Options
  Looking for other accommodations? Visit our Area Hotels page and mention Methodist University when making your reservation to inquire about available discounts.

We encourage guests to book early, as hotel availability may be limited during Homecoming Weekend.

Dining

Need a recommendation? Check out the Green & Gold Dining Hall or choose from some additional local recommendations below.

For Breakfast (listed by proximity): Rainbow Restaurant, MaryBill’s Café, Superior Bakery, Anchor Allie’s, Zorba’s, Circa 1800, Blue Moon Café, The Friend’s Table, Maple Street Biscuit Company.

For Lunch or Dinner (listed by proximity): ScrubOaks, Brooklyn Pizzeria, Nona Sushi, Miyabi Jr. Express, Mi Casita, Vibe Gastropub, Pan, Archway, Circa 1800, Pierro’s, Gaston Brewing Company, Blue Moon Café, Antonella’s, Luigi’s, Dogslingers, R Kitchen.

Additional options that offer an MU Discount can be found here.

Homecoming Schedule

Friday, October 16

Noon – Alumni Association Meeting
Executive Board Room, Matthews Ministry Center

2 p.m. – Guided Campus Tour
Stout Hall

5 p.m. – Welcome Reception
Executive Board Room, Matthews Ministry Center

6:30 p.m. – Athletics Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony
Matthews Ministry Center

8 p.m. – Homecoming Bonfire
Gravel Lot Behind Riddle Center

Time TBD – Men’s Lacrosse Meet & Greet Dinner
Alumni and current players

Time TBD – Men’s Lacrosse Alumni Game

Saturday, October 17

8:30–11 a.m. – Clayton Homecoming Cup
Men’s & Women’s Tennis Alumni and Current Players
Clayton Tennis Center

9:30 a.m. – Softball Alumni Game
Monarch Softball Field

10 a.m. – Candlelight Memorial Service
Matthews Chapel

10:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. – Alumni Tailgate and Alumni Headquarters

11 a.m. – Alumni Service Awards Ceremony
Matthews Chapel

12:30 p.m. – 50+ Reunion Gathering
Executive Board Room, Matthews Ministry Center

1:00 p.m. – Monarch Football
Monarch Stadium

4 p.m. – Men’s Soccer
Duggins Soccer Stadium

Time TBD
Women’s Lacrosse Alumni Game