Bulls Welcome Back Blast

Bulls Welcome Back Blast is Back!
7/1/25

Join us for the fifth annual Bulls Welcome Back Blast on Saturday night August 23 at UB Stadium.

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Celebrate the new school year with UB's biggest spirit rally of 2026! This free event features UB athletes, the Thunder of the East Marching Band, incredible entertainment, ice cream compliments of Perry’s and a spectacular fireworks finale. A live DJ kicks-off the event Saturday night August 22 where you will meet the 2026 UB football team. Gates at UB Stadium open at 7:30 p.m. with the rally starting at 8:30 p.m. You won't want to miss this!

Incredible Entertainment - All Appearing at the Blast

The Biggest Spirit Rally of the Year

Head Football Coach Pete Lembo led UB's biggest spirit rally of the year, where you got a first look at our 2025 UB football team. Get a behind the scenes look at UB football in a past episode of That UB Life.

Watch more episodes of the That UB Life video series

Music Under the Lights

Check in with the UB Marching Band, who will make an appearance at the Bulls Welcome Back Blast!

Learn More About the UB Marching Band

Fireworks Finale

Illustration of UB student watching fireworks at the stadium.

Our fireworks show comes alive with complimentary enhancement glasses, turning every burst into a breathtaking spectacle.

Witness a dazzling display of colors and effects, as our fireworks show comes alive, presented by the UB Student Association. The finale will feature complimentary enhancement glasses, turning every burst into a breathtaking spectacle. Don't miss this unforgettable experience as UB Stadium lights up the night!

Past Welcome Back Blasts

Take a peek at the 2024 Welcome Back Blast, which featured national talent at a packed UB Stadium!

View Past Welcome Back Blasts

Know Before You Go

Zoom image: Descriptions of approved and not permitted bags for UB Athletics events. Descriptions of approved and not permitted bags for UB Athletics events.

UB Athletics Bag Policy

Approved*

  • Clear tote
    • 12"x6"x12"            
  • Plastic bag
    • 1-gallon, clear resealable
  • Seat cushion
    • No arms or pockets; no larger than 16"
  • Cross-body bag
    • No larger than 7"x5"
  • Clutch/small purse
    • No larger than 7"x5"; may include handle or strap
  • Fanny pack
    • No larger than 7"x5"
  • Diaper bag
    • Diaper bags and bags for medical needs permitted but will be inspected upon entry.

*All bags are subject to search

Not Permitted

  • Backpack
  • Drawstring bag
  • Camera bag
  • Binocular case
Wingin' It at the Blast!
“Join Western New York's own WING KING Drew Cerza as he hosts an incredible promotion where lucky UB students will be crowned and win VIP passes to the upcoming National Buffalo Wing Festival.”
7/18/25

Event Sponsors

Perry's Ice Cream logo.
National Wing Festival logo.

Campus Partners:

This event is presented by:

  • Division of Student Life
  • Division of Athletics
  • Student Association
  • Campus Dining and Shops
  • Alumni Engagement
  • Parking and Transportation

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