"It's officially fall, and for thousands of graduates, that means making a trip to their alma mater to celebrate homecoming. From alums bursting with school spirit to current students looking for an excuse to party, homecoming season is full of celebrations across US colleges and universities. Some schools use the time to participate in decades-old traditions, like Hobo Day at South Dakota State University or the Spirit Splash at the University of Central Florida."
"Homecoming season sees thousands of graduates returning to their alma maters for celebrations. US colleges host events like parades and concerts, drawing large crowds to campuses. Some schools have curious traditions, like Hobo Day at South Dakota State University. Others throw more traditional celebrations, such as holding a big parade or concert. As such, homecoming season can mean an influx of thousands of alums and family members, often leading to booked-up hotels and crowded town streets."
Fall homecoming season brings thousands of graduates, alums, and family members back to college campuses for celebrations. Events commonly include parades, concerts, and campus gatherings that draw large crowds. Some campuses maintain unique or decades-old traditions such as Hobo Day at South Dakota State University or the Spirit Splash at the University of Central Florida. Universities sometimes book pop-star headliners for concerts and stage large public festivities. The influx of visitors frequently fills local hotels, congests town streets, and energizes campus life. Many schools coordinate alumni activities around football games and related reunions to mark returning alums.
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