SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

Thursday, October 9th

The Hun School's Gala and auction

6:30 - 10:30 p.m., Tent Behind Russell Hall | Register to attend

Kick off Hun's Homecoming and Family Weekend with Raider Pride, an unforgettable evening of fun and friendship at The Hun School's Annual Gala and Auction, hosted by the Parents' Association. Dance the night away to the rhythms and harmonies of The Strange Brew Crew while giving back! Please note, registration is separate from the other Homecoming and Family Weekend events. Contact Jeannette Maddalon with any questions.

Friday, October 10th

Class of 2026 sunrise

6:45 - 8:00 a.m., Athletic Center Patio

Students in the Class of 2026 are invited to enjoy breakfast and time together while the sun rises on their final Hun year.

Pep Rally

10:15 a.m., Grant M. Shipley '42 Pavilion

H’s up! Students and faculty will celebrate an array of campus teams and groups in this energetic pep rally.

Athletic Competitions

All games are played against Blair.

• JV Girls Tennis - 4:30 p.m.
• Varsity Girls Soccer - 4:30 p.m.
• Varsity Field Hockey - 6:30 p.m.

head of school happy hour

4:15 - 5:15 p.m., Russell Lounge and Patio

This event is for adults 21+. | Register to attend.

BBQ Community Dinner and ATHLETIC GAMES

5:00 - 7:00 p.m., Athletic Center. Most games are against Blair. BBQ begins at 5:00 p.m. (BBQ rain location: Breen Gym)

Community Shabbat Dinner

6:00 - 7:30 p.m., Wilf Family Global Commons. | Register to attend.

Join the Jewish Culture Club (JCC) for our first Shabbat dinner of the year on Friday, October 10th in celebration of Homecoming Weekend! Whether you're a student, alum, faculty/staff member, or guest, we invite you to take part in this meaningful event. We will share about our week; enjoy a delicious meal; take part in traditional Shabbat rituals like candle lighting, Kiddush, and challah; and get to know our community. Experience the joy of gathering with friends new and old!  Help us start the Sabbath and Homecoming weekend off in a special way! Contact Jessica Brimmer or Melissa Dorfman with any questions.

Concert and late-night food experience

8:00 - 10:00 p.m., Tent Behind Russell Hall

The Hun School welcomes Gareth Hamilton, a northern-Ireland native located in Nashville, TN, known for his viral cover of Stick Season by Noah Kahan. Currently on his first U.S Headline Tour, Gareth will make a quick stop in Princeton, NJ to perform for our community.

Saturday, Oct. 11th

Alum Check-in and giveawaY

10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. | Russell Hall
2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. | Athletic Center

Alums, say hello and pick up some free swag! Contact Sarah Dileo Craig '07 with any questions.

Upper School parent programming: College counseling, advisory, global and immersion learning

10:00 a.m.- 11:45 a.m., Breen Performing Arts Center | Register to attend.

• 10:00 - 10:45 a.m.: College Counseling Programming at Hun. Learn about how to best support your student as we guide them through their Hun experience and how it will culminate with a college or university that fits their interests and aspirations.
• 10:45 - 11:15 a.m. Upper School Advisory. Learn about how character education is core to Hun’s mission and purpose and hear from our Grade Level Deans about the advisory curriculum and upcoming events.
• 11:15 - 11:45 a.m.: Global and Immersion Learning. Learn about the travel and immersion learning opportunities that are available to students this year. 

the hun way parent programming

10:00 - 11:00 a.m., The Hun Middle School

Middle School parents are invited to learn more about The Hun Way, the Middle School orientation program. Middle School students will be on hand to demonstrate their learning. Contact Chantille Kennedy or Sean Hildreth to learn more.

Raider's Exhibition Match - Updated Schedule

11:30  a.m. - 1:00 p.m., Grant M. Shipley' 42 Pavilion (please note the location change) | Register to attend.

You won't want to miss this! In what is going to be a highlight of the weekend, watch Head of School Bart Bronk and Twelfth Grade Dean Todd Loffredo will play in a doubles pickleball match against two very special guests. Trust us when we say it will be a historic match complete with questionable serves, top-tier banter, and some seriously spirited competition. Contact Sarah Dileo Craig '07 with any questions. Join us for the entire celebration:

• 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.: Former tennis players are welcome to lace up and play pickleball! 
• 12:00 - 2:00 p.m.: Join the Advancement Team in the Grant M. Shipley '42 Pavilion for a pre-match gathering!
• 12:30 - 1:00 p.m.: Raider's Exhibition match will take place.

Affinity Group gatherings

1:00 p.m. All community members are welcome! | Register to attend

• Black Affinity Gathering - The Hun Middle School. Contact Marcus Bright or Dara Martin with questions.
• Hispanic and Latino/a/x Affinity Gathering -  Middle School Multipurpose Room. Contact Lawren Pelling with questions.
• LGBTQ+ Affinity Gathering - Putman Family Courtyard and Breen Performing Arts Center . Contact Bill Esher with questions.
• South Asian Affinity Gathering - Chesebro Academic Center Library. Contact Radha Mishra with questions.
• East Asian Affinity Gathering - Global Commons Classrooms 1 and 2. Contact Ming Lee with questions.
• JCC - Chesebro Academic Center Room 202. Contact Jessica Brimmer or Melissa Dorfman with any questions.
• Middle Eastern Affinity Gathering - Chesebro Academic Center Room 221. Contact Ahmet Bayazitoglu with questions.

The Hun School Presents Raider's Boardwalk

2:00 - 6:00 p.m., Athletic Center 

Raider’s Boardwalk is back! Live music, boardwalk games, and a custom live hat bar where guests can build their own Hun hat! Dinner will be served to the entire community starting at 5:00 p.m. Enjoy dessert trucks, photo ops, and special prizes.

athletic games

Games will be played rain or shine! 2:00 - 10:00 p.m., Athletic Center. All games except football and tennis are against Blair.
Don’t miss pregame and halftime show performances by Majesty and the Hun Spirit Squad for the football game under the lights!

• Varsity Tennis - 2:00 p.m.
• Varsity Boys Soccer - 2:00 p.m.
• JV Girls Soccer - 2:00 p.m.
• Varsity Girls and Boys Cross Country - 2:00 p.m.
• JV Volleyball - 2:30 p.m.
• JV Boys Soccer 3:00 p.m.
• Varsity Volleyball - 4:00 p.m.
• Varsity Football - 6:30 p.m.

upper school homecoming dance

9:30 - 11:00 p.m., Tent Behind Russell Hall

All Upper School students are invited to attend the Homecoming Dance sponsored and organized by your Student Government. Dress: casual; Vibe: Spirited. Contact Lynn McNulty with questions.