Spirit & Traditions
Spirit Week
Celebrate Homecoming and show your Maryland pride by wearing the color of the day:
Monday, Oct. 27: RED
Tuesday, Oct. 28: WHITE
Wednesday, Oct. 29: BLACK
Thursday, Oct. 30: GOLD
Friday, Oct. 31: ALL Maryland Colors
Spirit Ambassadors will be popping up around campus and handing out Homecoming swag all week long. Make sure you're wearing the color of the day, and you might score some freebies!
Homecoming Scarf Giveaway
Current students can pick up a limited-edition 2025 Homecoming scarf at the Terp Carnival on Friday, Oct. 31, while supplies last. Students must present their UMD ID for redemption. Follow @UMDHomecoming on social media for the latest information.
Terpsville Fan Fest
Terpsville Fan Fest, presented by Sardi's, is an all-ages pregame destination located on the Jones-Hill House indoor football practice field three hours before kickoff and closing 30 minutes before. Fans can enjoy inflatables, face painting, yard games, and more!
Terp Walk
Stop by two hours before kickoff to experience a new twist on a beloved tradition, greeting the Maryland Football team as they arrive on campus for Terp Walk!
Traditions
Each year, Terps return to campus each fall to enjoy football, friends and other fun. Check out these time-honored traditions that make Maryland feel like home.
It’s the quintessential Maryland tradition. Visit one of seven bronze Testudo statues to rub his nose for good luck before the big game.
The Spirit of Maryland Award is presented annually during halftime of the Homecoming football game to two members of the senior class who, through their achievements, exemplify the spirit of the University of Maryland.
During the football game, two giant pieces of the Maryland state flag are unfurled from the top of the student section while a historical video set to the “2001: A Space Odyssey” theme song plays.
Following every home game, the football team makes its way over to the student section with the marching band, the Mighty Sound of Maryland, to sing the victory song and alma mater.