Quick Search

Active Bloggers

HBCU CONNECT HBCU CONNECT
Central State University class of 1995
Kevin Schmidt Kevin Schmidt
- College Not Listed - class of 2000
Camren  Caldwell Camren Caldwell
Alabama State University class of 2028
Will Moss Will Moss
Hampton University class of 1995
How May I Help You NC How May I Help You NC
City Univ, Seattle Wash class of 2021
Beverly Johnson Beverly Johnson
class of
Joel Savage Joel Savage
class of 1993
Min Sammy Jackson Min Sammy Jackson
class of 1975

Howard Homecoming Dominates D.C.: Your Ultimate Weekend Guide!

Howard Homecoming Dominates D.C.: Your Ultimate Weekend Guide!
Posted By: S. Moore on October 24, 2023

WASHINGTON - Howard University's homecoming is underway with a number of on-campus and off-campus events in D.C. Here is your guide to things to do in the D.C. area.

Howard University Homecoming Game:
Howard University will be facing off with Norfolk University for their homecoming football game this Saturday, October 21. Kick off is at 10 a.m. and yard fest will take place on the Main Yard shortly after at 12 p.m.

Boo At The Zoo:
Enjoy a spooky family-friendly Halloween event this weekend at Smithsonian’s National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute. The event will be held outdoors rain or shine, so be sure to bundle up. Visitors will receive a souvenir tote bag and be able to visit 30 trick-or-treat stations around the Zoo.

Bangin' in Bowie Comedy Series:
Grab a friend and get ready to laugh the night away. FOX 5'S DMV Zone Joe Clair will be hosting his weekend comedy series that will feature performances from Junior from the Steve Harvey Morning Show and national comedy star D’Lai. The event will also include live music and delectable food from Ruby’s Southern Comfort Kitchen.



Tysons Corner Center Fall Festival:
This fall festival is filled with plenty of family fun. Head over to Tysons Corner Center for a day filled with pumpkin carving demonstrations, live music, and lots of art and crafts activities.

Rock The Park:
Check out this free two-day dance music festival at Franklin Park in D.C. that will feature local performers and internationally renowned DJs. The third annual event will be a joyous and vibrant musical celebration filled with soulful house music, Go-Go, hip-hop, Afrohouse, and rare groove.

Howl-O-Ween Dog Parade and Costume Contest:
Enjoy some Howl-O-Ween fun for a full ‘pawty', filled with costumes and plenty of milk bones. The annual event welcomes dog owners and lovers for a day filled with activities, treats, and a seasonal family photo booth. Costumes are encouraged but not required.

National Museum of Women in The Arts:
The NMWA will be reopening this Saturday, October 21 at 11 a.m. and is kicking things off with a day of celebration. Visitors will be able to enjoy a number of events, live performances, drop-in activities, flash tattoos, and tastings. The museum does require tickets for admission, click here to get yours.



If you enjoyed this article, Join HBCU CONNECT today for similar content and opportunities via email!
Comments
Please Login To Post Comments...
Email:
Password:

 
More From This Author
Owner of Slutty Vegan to speak at Savannah State commencement
Walgreens - Celebrates Black Excellence in Pharmacy!
CF Industries Partners with HBCU CONNECT on Successful Diversity Recruitment Event Focused on Diverse Engineers!
Join Our Growing Team & Build a Brighter Future At Wells Fargo! - APPLY TODAY
Make a Difference in Healthcare! Explore Careers at GSK
Explore Exciting Careers at Pharmavite! We're Hiring in Production, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain. APPLY NOW!
Latest News
Alcorn State Set to Soar in 2026 Season

Alcorn State Set to Soar in 2026 Season

...more
Will Moss • 36 Views • February 4th, 2026
Popular News
Louisiana Upholds Life Sentence to Black Man For Stealing Hedge Trimmers in 1997

Louisiana Upholds Life Sentence to Black Man For Stealing Hedge Trimmers in 1997

While this may not be HBCU related news, as an AFrican American male, I had to share this appalling decision by the Louisiana court system to keep a man in jail with a life sentence for such a petty c ...more
Will Moss • 401,786 Views • August 6th, 2020
Blonde Instagram Model Goes Viral for Graduating from HBCU and Pledging Delta Sigma Theta!

Blonde Instagram Model Goes Viral for Graduating from HBCU and Pledging Delta Sigma Theta!

A blonde woman is going viral this morning, for graduating from A Historically Black College while pledging a Black sorority, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Incorporated. @Blonde_HBCU The woman, an IG ...more
Will Moss • 185,869 Views • November 30th, 2020
Apple to Invest over $40 Million Dollars into HBCUs - Time to major in Computer Science!!!

Apple to Invest over $40 Million Dollars into HBCUs - Time to major in Computer Science!!!

On Tuesday Johnny C. Taylor, President and CEO of the Thurgood Marshall College Fund stopped by “NewsOne Now” to make a major announcement that could literally change the lives of thousands of HBCU st ...more
Will Moss • 127,967 Views • March 11th, 2015
North Carolina HBCU Unity Day

North Carolina HBCU Unity Day

Shaw University - Elizabeth City State University - Johnson C. Smith University - Fayetteville State University - Livingstone College - North Carolina A&T State University - North Carolina Central Uni ...more
Reginald Culpepper • 103,796 Views • August 8th, 2016
Black Billionaire Robert F. Smith to  Donate $50 Million to Support STEM Students at HBCUs

Black Billionaire Robert F. Smith to Donate $50 Million to Support STEM Students at HBCUs

The Student Freedom Initiative announced today a $50 million personal gift from Robert F. Smith, philanthropist and Founder, Chairman and CEO of Vista Equity Partners. This gift matches the initial fu ...more
Will Moss • 83,186 Views • October 22nd, 2020
Please Give Us a Like on Facebook!