Saturday, September 26, 2026
One College. 60 Years of Success.
For the first time in our 60-year history, CCAC is hosting an official Homecoming—and we're inviting the entire region to be a part of it!
For one spectacular September day, we are closing Ridge Avenue and Allegheny Commons to transform the Northside Main Campus into a massive, one-of-a-kind outdoor festival. Whether you're a current student, a proud CCAC graduate, or a member of the wider community, it's time to experience the college like never before. The festival will include:
- Free, live performances & entertainment
- Food & merchandise vendors
- CCAC campus tours & exhibitions
- Contests & giveaways
Students, alumni, neighbors—come on home!
12-7PM
at 808 Ridge Avenue &
Allegheny Commons
9/26/26
A Historic Day for CCAC. A Sensational Celebration for the Entire Community.
FREE
And Open to the Public!
Join the Flavor Fest & Market
We are looking for Pittsburgh’s best food trucks, local artisans, and small businesses to showcase their goods to thousands of attendees. Help us fuel the festival energy!
Apply to be a VendorExplore the Legacy
Come see what we’re all about! We’re bringing our departments directly to you with interactive tents and hands-on exhibits right on the festival footprint, plus offering scheduled tours inside our state-of-the-art facilities. Whether you’re a future student or a curious neighbor, come explore the programs, innovation, and community that drive CCAC every day.
Have Questions or Want to Get Involved in Other Ways?
Reach out to the festival organizers at Bounce Marketing & Events.
Contact Us
CCAC HoCo Parking Map
Limited free parking is available during the Dollar Bank presents CCAC Homecoming HOCO Festival on Saturday, Sept. 26. Attendees are encouraged to consider public transportation or rideshare options. Please note that Ridge Ave. (from West Ohio to Galveston) and Brighton Road (from West Ohio to CCAC Main Campus) will be closed to traffic from 5 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 25, until 11 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 26.
Sponsors
The Community College of Allegheny County (CCAC) proudly recognizes the partners whose generous support is helping make its 60th Anniversary celebrations possible, including Dollar Bank Presents the CCAC Homecoming Festival.
CCAC extends its sincere appreciation to Dollar Bank and Dollar Bank Foundation, CNX Resources and CNX Foundation, Standard Bots, UPMC, and Wells Fargo for their generous support of this milestone anniversary. The College also gratefully recognizes Babb, Inc., The Buhl Foundation, Eos, Follett, I.B.E.W. Local Union No. 5, PNC, Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney PC, Columbia Gas, Meyer, Unkovic & Scott, Rivers Casino, Clearview Federal Credit Union, Denton Cohen & Grigsby, Maher Duessel, PW Campbell, and Q Development.
CCAC is grateful to all of its 60th Anniversary partners for their commitment to the College, its students, and the communities it serves.
