Traveler's Guide

The Ultimate Homecoming Experience Traveler’s Guide

Welcome Home, Eagles!

Welcome back to the Nest for the Ultimate Homecoming Experience! From Sunday, Oct. 2, through Saturday, Oct. 10, North Carolina Central University proudly welcomes alumni, students, families, and friends back to the Bull City for a week filled with Eagle pride, tradition, and celebration.

Homecoming is more than a series of events — it's a reunion of generations, a celebration of our rich legacy, and an opportunity to create new memories with the people who make NCCU special. Whether you're returning to campus for your first Homecoming or your fiftieth, there is something for every member of our Eagle family to enjoy.

From signature events and class reunions to food, entertainment, and fellowship, this guide is your resource for experiencing all that Homecoming has to offer.

Thank you for coming home to celebrate with us. We can't wait to share an unforgettable Ultimate Homecoming Experience with you.

Welcome home, Eagles. Once an Eagle, always an Eagle.

Downtown Durham Businesses and Partners

The Ultimate Homecoming Experience celebrates Eagle Pride and the spirit of Downtown Durham! Explore the local businesses that are proudly partnering with North Carolina Central University, offering exclusive discounts and signature experiences just for our Eagles and guests.

506 Hospitality
Ashleigh Bakes Daily
Bull City Burger and Brewery
Carolina Soul
Downtown Durham, Inc.
Ekhaya
Ella West Gallery
Fusion Gallery
Houston Bar & Lounge
MilkShake Factory
Missy Lane’s
MODE Consignment
Rose & Lee Co.
Simons Says Dip This
Tataco Durham
The Boulder Garden
The Can Opener Food Truck Park, Craft Coffee, Craft Beer and Cocktail
The Glass Jug Downtown
The Museum of Durham History
The Oak House Durham
Tipsy Bull Sports Bar and Grill
Weldon Mills Durham
21c Museum Hotel Durham

Accommodations

Hotel Reservations for the Ultimate Homecoming Experience 2026 

All roads lead to Durham, N.C., October 2 - 10, 2026, for the Ultimate Homecoming Experience! Book your hotel room today to join this exciting weekend filled with many opportunities to reconnect with classmates and friends.

Please see the list of NCCU partnering hotels below.  To reserve your room, click the hotel name or call the telephone number listed. 

If you have questions, please contact the Office of Alumni Relations at 919-530-6363 or [email protected].

We look forward to welcoming you home!

Marriott-Downtown

201 Foster Street, Durham, NC  27701 | 919-941-6200

Rate: $229 | Reservation Deadline: September 14, 2026

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AC Hotel

2800 Erwin Road, Durham, NC  27705 | 919-381-8680

Rate: $159 | Reservation Deadline: September 8, 2026

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Aloft Durham Downtown