Student Events

Red and White Week gives students more opportunities to connect with one another and recognize the Wolfpack’s victories — on and off the field. From Oct. 27 to Nov. 2, celebrate all the people, places and programs that make NC State feel like home with these exciting events.

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Below, you’ll find a list of homecoming events organized by the NC State Alumni Association happening across our campus and the wider Raleigh area.

Sunday, Oct. 27

Paint the Town Red

• When: Sunday, Oct. 27, ends at 11:59 p.m.
• Where: Hillsborough Street

Join us in celebrating school spirit and supporting our community! Teams will be paired with a local vendor on Hillsborough Street to decorate their windows with creative designs that blend Red and White Week themes with the unique personality of the business. It’s a fun way to show your pride while engaging with local vendors. All supplies and vendor assignments will be provided — just bring your enthusiasm and creativity!

Monday, Oct. 28

NC State University Student Giving Challenge Begins

• When: Monday, Oct. 28, at 12 a.m.

Show your support for NC State and your favorite student organization by joining the Student Giving Challenge! Each organization will have its own fundraising page, and the site’s leaderboard will be updated hourly to track progress in each division. It’s your chance to give back to the Pack and help your organization rise to the top! The student giving challenge closes Friday, Nov. 1.

Red and White Week Kickoff

• When: Monday, Oct. 28, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
• Where: Stafford Commons

Come and celebrate with our homecoming kickoff! We’ll have our 2024 homecoming T-shirts, bubble soccer inflatables and more. This is the perfect event to share the Wolfpack spirit with other NC State students and start spreading the word with #NCStateRedWhite.

Movie Night

• When: Monday, Oct. 28, from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m.
• Where: Harris Field

Join us for a movie night as part of our homecoming kickoff! Celebrate the start of the week with a movie under the stars, right in the heart of campus. Enjoy a fun-filled evening with great food and good company. Don’t forget to bring chairs or blankets to get cozy while you watch!

Wednesday, Oct. 30

Pack Appreciation Day

• When: Wednesday, Oct. 30, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
• Where: Stafford Commons

Celebrate Red and White Week by showing your #PackAppreciation to the donors who support our Wolfpack community at Stafford Commons from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., The Corner at Centennial Campus from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., and Green Commons from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Student participants will receive NC State gear and refreshments while supplies last.

Chancellor’s Fall Address

• When: Wednesday, Oct. 30, from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m.
• Where: Live in Talley Student Union and virtually

Join us as Chancellor Randy Woodson delivers his final fall address to students, faculty, staff, alumni, donors and friends. You’re invited to attend in person or watch the address live on YouTube.

How Quick Can You Brick?

• When: Wednesday, Oct. 30, from 5:30 to 8 p.m.
• Where: Wolf Plaza

This fun event fosters participation in NC State’s traditions through a campuswide scavenger hunt.

Thursday, Oct. 31

NC SYNC

• When: Thursday, Oct. 31, from 7 to 9 p.m.
• Where: Stafford Commons

Don’t miss NC SYNC, our annual lip sync competition! Come watch as top performers from various organizations take the stage to lip sync to your favorite hits from the ’80s and ’90s. With high-energy performances and creative routines, it’s sure to be an evening of unforgettable fun and entertainment. Join us for a night of music, laughter and excitement!

Saturday, Nov. 2

NC State vs. Stanford

• When: Saturday, Nov. 2
• Where: Carter-Finley Stadium

Catch Wolfpack football in action against the Stanford Cardinal.