Being together again is taking on a whole new meaning this year! Register to attend all or just a few of the fun events and family activities taking place during Homecoming Weekend.
Find out what it means to be a part of the pride at our 2021 Homecoming celebration November 4-7. Homecoming is an opportunity for you to reconnect with old friends and build a network of new connections to help in ways you never dreamed possible!
Online Registration is Closed
Thank you for your interest in Homecoming 2021! Online registration is now closed, but walk-up registration is available at all events throughout the weekend (November 5-7).
We look forward to seeing you at Homecoming 2021!
Homecoming Schedule
Expand each section to learn more about the events and to register.
Thursday, November 4
Athletic Hall of Fame
$40 per guest | $25 for Hall of Fame members
Reception: 6:30 p.m.
Dinner and Ceremony: 7 p.m.
Venue at The Block — 14307 Seventh St., Dade City, FL 33523
Our 2020 class will be inducted into the Saint Leo University Athletic Hall of Fame.
A limited number of seats are available for walk-up registrations.
Friday, November 5
Spirit of Saint Leo Golf Tournament
Start: 1 p.m. │ Registration: 11 a.m.
Lake Jovita Golf and Country Club
Play a friendly and competitive round of golf with fellow alumni while raising money for Saint Leo Athletics at this popular annual event.
50th Reunion Lunch – $10
Noon – 1 p.m.
Lunch pickup: Student Community Center, Dining Hall
Members of the Classes of 1970 & 1971 can pick up a grab-and-go box lunch in the Dining Hall and start the afternoon off right, together again with friends.
Brews & Bites – $15
6:30 p.m.
Kirk Hall breezeway and Durst Classrooms (123-124)
Kick off Homecoming 2021 with a fun evening of food, beer and wine, and friends! Water and soft drinks also will be available.
Saint Leo Women’s Volleyball vs. Florida Tech
7 p.m. (View Ticket Pricing)
Marion Bowman Activities Center
Watch the Saint Leo Lions take on Florida Tech in one fun and action-packed match.
Saturday, November 6
Alumni and 50th Reunion Hospitality Tent – Check-in
Noon – 5 p.m.
Student Activities Building/Saint Jude Chapel Clock Tower
Upon arrival, please check in at the alumni hospitality tent to receive your Saint Leo goody bag, sign up for a campus tour, or meet up with friends. Welcome back to Saint Leo!
Women’s Cross Country NCAA Division II South Regional Championship
8:30 a.m.
Abbey Golf Course
Men’s Cross Country NCAA Division II South Regional Championship
9:45 a.m.
Abbey Golf Course
Brunch with the President – $15
10:30 a.m.
Student Community Center, Greenfelder-Denlinger Boardrooms
Join President Jeffrey Senese at one of Homecoming’s most popular events as he shares his annual address to alumni and presents the 2020 Alumni Awards. The 2021 recipients will be recognized at a later date.
Baseball Alumni Game – FREE
11 a.m.
Thomas B. Southard Stadium
Alumni of Saint Leo baseball compete in the annual alumni game.
Wellness Center Tours – FREE
Sign up for tours at the alumni hospitality tent to reserve your spot. All tours will depart from the alumni hospitality tent. Limited to 15 people per tour.
Noon
1:30 p.m.
3 p.m.
General Campus Tours – FREE
Sign up for tours at the alumni hospitality tent to reserve your spot. All tours will depart from the alumni hospitality tent. This tour does not include the Wellness Center.
Noon
1 p.m.
2 p.m.
3 p.m.
Live Music at Benedict’s Coffeehouse – FREE
12:30 – 2 p.m.
Inside Benedict’s Coffeehouse
Stop by for your favorite Starbucks specialty drink and a relaxing afternoon of live outdoor music. Faculty members from each college will be on hand to share in conversation with alumni and families.
Lions Rally – $20 adults, $15 children (12 and under)
3 – 6 p.m.
Parking Lot 6, behind Saint Francis Hall
Reconnect with former classmates and make new memories while enjoying music and delicious food from Saint Leo’s new food truck, The Hungry Lion, and other Tampa-area food trucks. This is a great family event that’s fun for all ages!
Softball Alumni Game – FREE
3 p.m.
University Softball Stadium
Alumni of Saint Leo softball return to the field in the annual alumni game.
Saint Leo Women’s Volleyball vs. Barry University
4 p.m. (
View Ticket Pricing)
Marion Bowman Activities Center
Watch the Saint Leo Lions take on Barry University in one fun and action-packed match.
50th Reunion Dinner and Celebration – FREE to class members
No cost to members of the Classes of 1970 and 1971 and one guest, all others $20
7 p.m.
Student Community Center, Greenfelder-Denlinger Boardrooms
The Classes of 1970 and 1971 will celebrate their 50th reunion with an evening of dinner, music, and dancing.
Sunday, November 7
Mass of Remembrance
10 a.m.
Saint Leo Abbey Church
Celebrate Mass of remembrance with the Saint Leo Abbey Church community.
Farewell Brunch
$10
11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Student Community Center, Dining Hall Patio
Wrap up your weekend with a brunch buffet, including a bloody mary bar and mimosas.
Make Your Plans Today:
Airports
Tampa International Airport (TPA) – 45 minutes away
St. Pete – Clearwater International Airport (PIE) – one hour away
Orlando International Airport (MCO) – an hour and 30 minutes away
Driving Directions
From North or South: Take I-75 to Exit 285. Head east on State Road 52 for about 4 miles. Saint Leo University will be on your left, across the street from the Abbey Golf Course.
From Orlando: Take I-4 West to I-75. Exit to the north, then take I-75 to Exit 285. Head east on State Road 52 for about 4 miles. Saint Leo University will be on your left, across the street from the Abbey Golf Course. Average drive time from Orlando is approximately 90 minutes.
Hotel Accommodations:
To receive a Saint Leo University discount, please be sure to mention that you are a Saint Leo alumna/alumnus.
Saddlebrook
Hampton Inn, Dade City
(352) 567-5277
Mention Saint Leo University to receive a discount.
Hampton Inn, Wesley Chapel
Hilton Inn & Suites, Wesley Chapel