Save the Date!

Winter Homecoming | February 6-7, 2026

Friday, February 6, 2026

6:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.

The Joanne Chouinard-Luth Recreation and Wellness Center Open

Stop by to explore or get a workout in!

2 p.m.

Women's Ice Hockey vs. Boston College 

Kick off the weekend cheering on our Women's Ice Hockey team as they take on BC! Admission is FREE.

7 p.m.

Men's Ice Hockey vs. Bentley

Catch Men’s Ice Hockey at home before they hit the road for Bentley on Saturday. Buy tickets.

7:30 p.m.

Holy Cross Theatre Department Performance of Into the Woods, Prior Performing Arts Center, Luth Concert Hall

Join us in our new performing arts building as the Holy Cross Theatre Department puts on their Spring semester performance of Steven Sondheim and James Lapine’s Into The Woods. Buy tickets. 

 

Saturday, February 7, 2026

9 a.m.-9 p.m.

The Joanne Chouinard-Luth Recreation and Wellness Center Open

Stop by to explore or get a workout in!

9:30 a.m.-5 p.m.

Holy Cross College Store Open, Hogan Campus Center, 1st Floor

Time TBD *Check back in early 2026 for confirmation on these events.

Family Swimming & Ice Skating, Hart Center at the Luth Athletic Complex

10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Brunch, Kimball Dining Hall 

Bring the family down to Kimball for an all-you-can-eat brunch! $14 per person (children 10 and under are $9). 

10:30 a.m. Family Movie TBD, Seelos Theater
11 a.m.

Behind the Scenes Tour of Into The Woods and The Prior Performing Arts Center led by Jeffrey de Caen, Nancy Savage Skinner ‘79 Director of the Prior Performing Arts Center

11 a.m.-3 p.m.

Family / Kids Zone, Indoor Practice Field, Luth Athletic Complex

We invite ALL to join us on the Indoor Practice Field for a bounce house, games and more! 

12-5 p.m.

Prior Performing Arts Center and Cantor Art Gallery Open for Self-Guided Tours

The Prior Performing Arts Center features dedicated spaces for the fine and performing arts, including the Cantor Art Gallery, a 400-seat concert hall, and a 200-seat flexible performance space, as well as spaces and technology to support creative interactions between the arts and other disciplines. Peek in the Boroughs Theatre and the Luth Concert Hall on the ground floor and visit the Cantor Gallery on the third floor!

12:30 p.m.

Uncovering the Healy Family History and Holy Cross' Relationship with Enslavement, Hogan 320

In 2024, the College welcomed journalist Rachel Swarns to speak about her New York Times story that revealed the Jesuits not only enslaved people, but sold 272 children, women and men to fund Georgetown University and expand its schools across the country. To coincide with Swarns' visit, the College began re-examining its past. The research has led to new details about Holy Cross' past, the Healys and how Holy Cross benefited from enslavement. Join this presentation by Michael Bonner, director of internal and executive communications and a former journalist, to learn more about the research. RSVP!

2 p.m.

Holy Cross Men’s Basketball v. Lehigh, The Hart Center at the Luth Athletic Complex

Cheer on Holy Cross Men's Basketball as they take on Lehigh! Purchase tickets.

4-5:30 p.m.

Post-Game Reception, Hogan Campus Center, The Pub

Crusaders, families and friends are invited to join us for a celebration after the big game! Complimentary snacks will be served and a cash bar will be available.

4 p.m.

Men’s Basketball 125th Anniversary Celebration, Blaney Gymnasium, Luth Athletic Complex

Men’s basketball alumni are invited to campus for a special celebration of those who built the program! All past Crusader of the Year recipients from all sports will be honored, including the 13 winners from the men's basketball program. Register.

4:30 p.m. Celebration of Mass, Mary Chapel
6 p.m.

Women's Ice Hockey vs. UNH

Join us at the rink! Admission is FREE.

7:30 p.m.

Holy Cross Theatre Department Performance of Into the Woods, Prior Performing Arts Center, Luth Concert Hall

Join us in our new performing arts building as the Holy Cross Theatre Department puts on their Spring semester performance of Steven Sondheim and James Lapine’s Into The Woods.  Buy tickets.

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Worcester, MA 01610
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508-793-2418
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