Homecoming: Family Weekend 2023
October 13-14, 2023
We look forward to welcoming our Gael Families on campus for 2023 Family Weekend!
Schedule of Events: October 13-14
Friday, October 13
10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Welcome Center open
Atrium | LaPenta School of Business
Information center for the weekend. Pick up an updated schedule!
6–7:30 p.m.
President’s Welcome Reception
Murphy Green, New Rochelle Campus
Come join President Carey and Iona faculty and staff for a reception to welcome families to campus.
8 p.m.
Maroon Madness Kick Off the Season Event
Hynes Arena, New Rochelle Campus
The Iona community will celebrate the official start of the men’s and women’s basketball season with a fun night of contests, giveaways, and performances!
Saturday, October 14
9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Welcome Center open
Atrium | LaPenta School of Business
Information center for the weekend. Pick up an updated schedule!
10 a.m.
Campus Tour
Atrium, LaPenta School of Business.
*Golf Cart available for those who need it.
**Registration required
Noon
Men’s Soccer vs St. Peter’s
Mazzella Field, New Rochelle Campus
Cheer on the Iona Gaels men’s soccer team as they take on St. Peter’s as part of the University’s Homecoming Weekend celebration.
Noon-3 p.m.
Family Weekend Gael Gate
Murphy Green, New Rochelle Campus
Come and join other Iona families and students for Iona’s signature Gael Gate experience! Lunch will be provided for $10 per person but students are free!
3 p.m.
Men’s Rugby vs. Brown University
Mazzella Field
Cheer on the Iona Rugby Team as they take on Brown for Homecoming!
5 p.m.
Homecoming and Family Weekend Mass
Burke Lounge, Spellman Hall
7-9 p.m.
Jukebox Bingo
Student Union Marketplace
8–10 p.m.
Gael Jam Music Festival
LaPenta Student Union