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October 6, 2026
The Dartmouth

Photo Essay: Homecoming 2026

Members of The Dartmouth Photography Staff share photos from Homecoming weekend.

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A member of the Hanover Fire Department keeps watch over the bonfire from the top of a firetruck.

This past weekend, Dartmouth students and alumni celebrated Homecoming with the annual bonfire and a slate of varsity games. On Saturday, Dartmouth football notched its first win of the season, defeating the University of Pennsylvania 14-10 to open Ivy League play.

Tuesday, Sept. 29

The bonfire build began Tuesday, Sept. 29, and concluded Friday, Oct. 2.


Students volunteers from the Class of 2029 and contractors build the bonfire on Sept. 29.

Friday, Oct. 2

The bonfire build was completed Friday afternoon.


Allen House students gather at their house station in preparation for the bonfire procession.


West House students gather at their house station in preparation for their lap around the bonfire.


Dartmouth students gather around the bonfire barricade to watch as the Class of 2029 and the Class of 2030 complete their lap.




Students run around the bonfire on Oct. 2.





Students take photos in front of the bonfire after completing their lap.


A member of the Hanover Fire Department keeps watch over the bonfire from the top of a firetruck.


Students pose with Dartmouth's unofficial mascot, "Keggy."



Saturday, Oct. 3

The Dartmouth Dance Team performs during the Oct. 3 homecoming game.


Wide receiver Ky'Dric Fisher scores the first touchdown of the game in the first quarter.


Students spell out "Puck Fenn" in letters written on their chests.


(Left to right) Quarterback Greyson Saunier, running back Myles Craddock and tight end Corban Hall celebrate in the end zone after Craddock scored the game-winning touchdown in the fourth quarter.


The Dartmouth Cheerleading Team performs during a media timeout.


The Big Green football team sings the alma matter with the marching band, cheer team and dance team following their 14-10 win over the University of Pennsylvania on Oct. 3.
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