CMU BANDS present

Alumni Band Homecoming Weekend

For all former marching members: pick up your horn, drum, or flag and Jam with the Maverick Stampede!

Saturday · Game Day!

October 25

11:00 AM · Contingency Rehearsal @ the Stampede Center

1:00 PM · UC Plaza Concert

1:30 PM · Maverick Stampede Police Crossing - 12th and North

1:40 PM · Pregame

2:00 PM · Homecoming Kick-off — BEAT THE SKYHAWKS!

Alumni will be invited to join us to play in the stands as well as a special "Jam" at halftime!

For Alumni Only · Stocker Stadium:
Buffalo Wild Wings Football Alumni Zone: Free beer, exclusive game views, prizes, and time with fellow Mavs & families.

Note: App links and on-boarding codes will be sent to alumni upon registration to grant access to sheet music with a playlist of tunes for the various performances.

Other Homecoming Weekend Events

Check out these other events during homecoming week featuring CMU Bands

October 23–25

Thursday

October 23 - Screening of CMU Documentary: Long May We Live

7:00 PM · Asteria Theatre Auditorium - Come see the new Asteria Theater!
Community screening of CMU’s historical documentary Long May We Live. This free event celebrates 100 years of Maverick spirit and is produced by CMU alumni Herry Fuentes and Jaden Quan.

Friday

October 24 - Victory Celebration and Bonfire

5:00 PM Happy Hour · 6:00 PM Program - Featuring Rowdy Brass Band and Drumline
Kick off Homecoming at the Victory Celebration, honoring Distinguished Alumni and Hall of Honor recipients. Enjoy drinks and hors d’oeuvres as we celebrate these amazing Mavs who exemplify excellence and dedication to CMU and our community.

8:00–9:00 PM · Alumni Field - Featuring the Maverick Stampede
Cap off the evening at the annual Homecoming Bonfire, hosted by the Programming Activities Council—a beloved tradition under the stars.

Saturday

October 25 - Block Party

5:30-10:00 PM - Featuring the Commercial Ensemble, Rowdy Brass Band, and Drumline

Presented by Alpine Bank. Downtown Grand Junction comes alive with live music, local food, and drinks. Multiple Century Scholarships will be awarded to current CMU students throughout the evening. Bring your family and friends, raise a glass, and help us toast to 100 years of Mavericks, music, and community!