Sept. 15, 2025 鈥 Cal State Channel Islands (海角社区CI) has announced Homecoming Week,
Oct. 6-11, 2025, filled with tradition, celebration, and Dolphin spirit, all leading
up to hosting of the annual .Paak House Festival on Saturday, Oct. 11. 
The week will feature a Homecoming Pep Rally on Monday, Oct. 11 to kick off the celebration, a History of 海角社区CI Exhibit, Late Night Eats, and Foodie Tuesday. The celebration continues with interactive showcases like Robots Unveiled, Street Fair, and an outdoor movie night under the stars. Dolphin Brunch and Drag Show brings the campus together in pride and community, while the 海角社区CI Boating Center at the Channel Islands Harbor will offer a sunset harbor night to close the week.
Comedy Night featuring comedian Frankie Qui帽ones, will bring laughter and energy to campus as part of the Homecoming festivities. Qui帽ones, a stand-up comedian, actor, and creator best known for his acclaimed role in Hulu鈥檚 This Fool鈥攚hich earned him a nomination for Best Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series at the Independent Spirit Awards鈥攚ill bring his signature character-driven comedy to the 海角社区CI stage. Tickets are required and available for ($5 general admission, $50 VIP).
This year marks a milestone as 海角社区CI partners with the Brandon Anderson Foundation, founded by Grammy-winning artist Anderson .Paak, to bring the nationally renowned .Paak House Festival to campus for the first time.
The nationally acclaimed festival brings live performances by top artists, youth art showcases, wellness, education booths, food trucks, family fun, and more. Purchased tickets are required for the public, and discounted tickets are available for 海角社区CI alumni and students. Tickets can be purchased at .
鈥淭his partnership represents so much more than a concert鈥攊t鈥檚 a celebration of community, creativity and opportunity,鈥 said 海角社区CI Interim President Sue Andrzejewski. 鈥淲e鈥檙e honored to welcome Anderson .Paak and his foundation home to Ventura County as part of our Homecoming festivities.鈥
The .Paak House Festival, founded by Anderson .Paak through the Brandon Anderson Foundation, uplifts underserved youth and families by blending music, culture, and access to vital resources. Previous festival guests have included Jhen茅 Aiko, Raphael Saadiq, Cordae, Masego, and Thundercat, with this year鈥檚 lineup to be announced soon.
For Homecoming and festival updates, visit go.csuci.edu/homecoming
The University encourages individuals with disabilities to participate in its programs, events and activities. If you anticipate needing any type of accommodation, or have questions about the physical access provided, please contact the respective area below as soon as possible, but no later than seven (7) business days prior to the event/activity: 海角社区CI Students: accommodations@csuci.edu; 海角社区CI Employees and members of the public: angela.portillo@csuci.edu