Notre Dame Homecoming Weekend 2026

Homecoming Tailgate and Alumni Tent, Oct. 16

Join us at 5 p.m. for our pregame family-friendly tailgate at the Fr. Colin House located at 1389 Giddings Road in Pontiac. Then join us at 6:00 p.m. in the Alumni Tent at William Kozyra Field for some fun, food and fellowship with fellow graduates from Notre Dame Prep, Notre Dame High School, Pontiac/Oakland Catholic and St. Michael/St. Frederick. The Fighting Irish vs. Lincoln High School game begins at 7 p.m.

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Irish Dash 5K Fun Run/Walk, Oct. 17

On Saturday, Oct. 17, lace up for the Notre Dame Prep Irish Dash 5K Fun Run/Walk. This family-friendly event welcomes participants of all ages for a scenic loop through the NDP campus.

Parking: Notre Dame Prep Upper School parking lot, 1300 Giddings Road, Pontiac, MI 48340

Packet Pickup: Packet pickup on race morning only. Packet pickup open from 8 to 8:45 a.m. at race site.

Starting Time: 9 a.m.: Fun Run/Walk starts at Notre Dame Lower School

Awards: T-shirts will be guaranteed for participants registered on or before Sept. 25, 2026. Medals will be awarded to top participants in each age group and gender.

Post Run Festivities: Please stick around after your run or walk and enjoy fellowship along with some cider and donuts.