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UH Manoa makes history with first Bachman Lawn free homecoming concert

UH Manoa makes history with first Bachman Lawn free homecoming concert UH Homecoming concert and market feature food vendors, alumni businesses and WWE appearances ahead of Saturday's game.
By HI Now Staff

HONOLULU (HI Now) - History returned to the University of Hawaii at Manoa with music, food and community pride.

For the first time ever, the Bachman Lawn hosted a live homecoming concert, bringing students, alumni and neighbors together for a free and open celebration. The afternoon kicked off with a headlining set from Natural Vibrations setting the tone for Rebel Souljahz to close out the night.

UH Manoa makes history with first Bachman Lawn free homecoming concert (Pt. 2) UH Homecoming concert and market feature food vendors, alumni businesses and WWE appearances ahead of Saturday's game.

The moment marked a new chapter for newly minted Manoa Chancellor Vassilis Syrmos, who has called Manoa home for 35 years.

After 15 years without a homecoming event at Manoa, the return to this central corner of campus felt intentional, welcoming and full of pride in students, employees and alumni who continue to shape the state.

UH Manoa makes history with first Bachman Lawn free homecoming concert (Pt. 3) UH Homecoming concert and market feature food vendors, alumni businesses and WWE appearances ahead of Saturday's game.

Flavor was a big part of the festivities, with alumni owned businesses lining the lawn.

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The celebration continued beyond the stage with the UH Sports Circle of Honor, a Green and White dinner and a homecoming football game Saturday October 17.

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