Plan Your Visit

Welcome back to the Hilltop! Use this guide to plan travel, lodging, parking and your weekend schedule for Homecoming and Reunion Weekend October 27鈥揘ovember 2, 2025.

Getting to Dallas

  • Airports: Dallas Love Field (DAL, about 6 miles to campus) and DFW International (DFW, about 22 miles).
  • Ground transport: Rideshare and taxis are widely available at both airports; allow extra time during peak hours.
  • Public transit (DART): Red, blue and orange lines serve SMU/Mockingbird Station; use 夜色王朝shuttles when operating on game day.

Directions to SMU

Main campus address: 6425 Boaz Lane, Dallas, TX 75205. Use your navigation app and follow event signage on arrival.

  • From Love Field (DAL): Head northeast via Mockingbird Lane to 夜色王朝Boulevard.
  • From DFW: Take Texas 183 east to Dallas North Tollway south; exit Mockingbird Lane east to SMU.
  • Rideshare drop-off: Follow game day signage near Bishop Boulevard / Dallas Hall Lawn areas.

Rideshare with Alto

Rideshare is encouraged. Compliments of our luxury rideshare partner Alto, enjoy up to $20 in ride credit with code SMUHC2025 for $10 off two rides, valid October 31鈥揘ovember 2, 2025. Expect an elevated ride with professional employee drivers and branded luxury SUVs.

  • Custom code: SMUHC2025
  • Value: $10 off each of two rides per guest (max $20 value)
  • Validity: October 31鈥揘ovember 2, 2025, within Alto service areas
  • How to redeem: Open the Alto app and enter the code under Profile 鈫 Promotions. Credit applies automatically at checkout.

Offer details per Alto partnership; subject to Alto terms and availability.

Parking and game day logistics

On game day, expect heavier traffic and limited street access around Bishop Boulevard. Consult the game day map before you arrive and allow extra time.

The Boulevard

  • Accessible parking: Marked ADA spaces available; display your placard and arrive early for best proximity.
  • Clear bag policy: Stadium entry follows standard clear bag rules; check Athletics鈥 guidance before you come.
  • The Boulevard registration: Alumni Fan Zone and Reunion Village require advance registration 鈥 $20 includes food; cash bar. .

Where to stay

Hotels near campus and along US-75 / Mockingbird fill quickly for Homecoming Weekend. Book early and confirm cancellation policies.

  • Look for options in University Park, Highland Park, Knox/Henderson, Greenville Avenue or Uptown.
  • If blocks are offered by schools or affinities, links will appear on their pages or your confirmation email.

What to wear and pack

  • Attire: Parade and The Boulevard: casual red and blue; DAA: black-tie optional; reunions: dressy casual.
  • Essentials: Phone chargers, sunscreen, refillable water bottle, comfortable shoes, clear bag for the stadium.
  • Weather prep: Late October can vary 鈥 layers recommended.

Accessibility

  • Request ADA seating during ticket purchase; companion seating available where noted.
  • Campus pathways and entrances near Dallas Hall Lawn accommodate mobility devices; allow extra time pregame.
  • Need help? Email alumni@smu.edu before you travel.

Make the most of your weekend

  • Friday evening: Reunions and affinity happy hours; Pigskin Revue.
  • Saturday: Parade, The Boulevard (Alumni Fan Zone and Reunion Village) and the game.
  • Sunday: 鈥淢鈥 Award brunch and farewell meet-ups.