Homecoming at Grand View

**Sidewalk Painting

Wine Tasting with President Keck

Homecoming Chapel

11:00 a.m. | Luther Memorial Church
Attend chapel at Luther Memorial Church for an uplifting Homecoming message.

Viking Lunch

11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. | Plaza View Room
Join fellow Grand View alumni and friends for lunch in the Plaza View Room and hear about the latest Grand View updates. Lunch cost: $7.31 (including tax).

Women's Volleyball vs William Penn University

7:00 p.m. | Johnson Wellness Center, Field House.
Purchase tickets today!

Grand Views

4:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. | Speed Lyceum, Henning Student Center
Members of the Grand View community have the opportunity to listen to our very own TED Talk-inspired monologues highlighting our university values. This annual event will feature one speaker in each of the following categories: excellence, inclusive community, adaptability, faith, global curiosity, agility, and positivity.

Drinks & Hymns

6:30 p.m. | Luther Memorial Church
A gathering for spirited singing of sacred songs and more. This family-friendly event is hosted by Campus Ministry, Luther Memorial Church and GV Choir. First, hear Dr. Keck share about GV’s trip to Denmark and her keynote address at Rebildfest – the largest 4th of July celebration outside of the U.S. This year, the Grand View Choir brings their annual Song Fest, a singing of traditional Grand View songs that span the decades of GV history. Free local brew and root beer on tap. Bring your voice, your I.D., and your friends!

*1896 Club Dinner

Admissions Visit Day

1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. | Henning Student Center
High school students are invited for an informative and fun first look at Grand View. Complimentary tickets will be provided Saturday’s Homecoming football game!

Men’s Wrestling Annual Alumni Practice

4:00 p.m. | Viking Event Center
Wrestling alumni and families are invited back to the mats to watch or take part in practice. The 2014 team will be inducted into the Viking Hall of Fame on Saturday night.

Cheer & Dance Kids Clinic

4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. | Speed Lyceum, Henning Student Center
Boys and girls grades K-5 have the opportunity to learn from the GV Cheer and Dance teams and perform at the Homecoming festival. Register today!

Festival Friday

5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. | Grand Central Plaza (alternate location TBD in event of inclement weather)
Free family fun for all ages at this outdoor festival including live music, a petting zoo, food trucks, cash bar, and more!

Women’s Volleyball vs. Clarke University
7:00 p.m. | Johnson Wellness Center, Field House. Purchase tickets today!

Football Tailgate

8:00 a.m. | Maple Street Baptist Church parking lot, south of Williams Stadium
All are welcome to enjoy aebleskivers, breakfast and beverages!

Viking Bags Tournament

Cheer Team Alumni Practice

8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. | Johnson Wellness Center, Field House
Alumni, family, and friends are invited to attend or participate in the open practice. The team will also debut their halftime performance.

Dance Visit Day

8:00 - a.m. - 3:00 p.m. | Johnson Wellness Center, Field House
High school and transfer students are invited to visit Grand View to learn gameday material and learn from two local studio directors and attend the Homecoming football game! Register today!

Shotgun Sports Home Event

9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. | New Pioneer Gun Range in Waukee

Football vs. Clarke University

12:00 p.m. | Duke Williams Stadium, 15911 E. University Ave.
Purchase tickets today!

Men’s Soccer vs. MidAmerica Nazarene University

4:00 p.m. | Cownie Soccer Complex, 2600 Hartford Ave.
Purchase tickets today!

Women’s Soccer vs. MidAmerica Nazarene University

6:30 p.m. - Cownie Soccer Complex, 2600 Hartford Ave.
Purchase tickets today!

*Athletic Awards Dinner

6:00 p.m. Social, 7:00 p.m. Dinner & Program | Carlson Commons, Henning Student Center
Hall of Fame inductees and alumni athletic award winners are recognized during this annual celebration dinner. They are also recognized during halftime of the Saturday Homecoming football game.

Bingo Night

5:00 p.m. | Speed Lyceum, Henning Student Center
Alumni, friends and students are invited to enjoy a free bingo night filled with prizes and fun.

Worship Service

Softball Alumni Game