Unveiling the Vanderbilt Alumni Reunion Weekend: A Comprehensive Guide

Vanderbilt University's Alumni Reunion Weekend is a cherished tradition, offering alumni a chance to reconnect with friends, reminisce about their time on campus, and celebrate the vibrant Vanderbilt community. The weekend is packed with diverse events, catering to a wide range of interests and ensuring a memorable experience for all attendees. Vanderbilt University hosted more than 5,800 alumni and guests on campus Nov. 6-9 for Reunion and Homecoming 2025. This year’s attendance was the largest in university history-even surpassing 2022’s Triple Reunion.

A Glimpse into Reunion Weekend

Reunion Weekend is full of opportunities to reconnect with friends and celebrate the Vanderbilt community. The annual Reunion Weekend provides a unique opportunity for alumni to return to campus and engage with the university's current state. The many ways alumni support Vanderbilt are evident, from volunteering their time, to engaging with the community and supporting the Dare to Grow fundraising campaign through initiatives like the Competitive Excellence Fund, which allows the team to recruit and retain top student-athletes.

Save the Dates

Mark your calendars today for this exciting weekend in Nashville. Save the date for Reunion Weekend-Oct. 15-18, 2026! We look forward to a special Reunion in 2026 celebrating the classes of 1966, 1971, 1976, 1981, 1986, 1991, 1996, 2001, 2006, 2011, 2016, & 2021! Reunion will begin on Thursday, Oct. 15, with a kickoff party and conclude on Sunday, Oct. 18, with a farewell brunch. You can also look forward to time on campus on Friday with offerings throughout the day, the ever-popular class parties, and the homecoming tailgate and football game vs. University of Arkansas on Saturday. More information about the weekend schedule will be available later this spring with registration opening this summer.

Navigating the Reunion Weekend Schedule

So many events, one extraordinary weekend! To make the most of Reunion Weekend, it's essential to familiarize yourself with the schedule of events. Visit the Main Schedule of Events, hosted by the Undergraduate Reunion Office, to see what we have in store. Also check out Additional Events hosted by our campus partners and alumni groups, and Greek Events hosted by the Greek organizations to plan your full reunion weekend.

A Day-by-Day Breakdown

While specific schedules may vary from year to year, here's a general overview of the types of events you can expect:

Thursday:

Weekend celebrations often begin in true Music City form with a Quinq Welcome Reception and Downtown Kickoff Party Thursday evening.

Friday:

Friday morning, Chancellor Daniel Diermeier gave an update on the state of the university, followed by an interview with Kelly Goldsmith, E. Bronson Ingram Professor and professor of marketing, in Sarratt Cinema. He also shared a historic moment for the university that was cemented earlier in the week.
Friday afternoon, there was a live recording of the Quantum Potential podcast, during which Provost C. Cybele Raver and Matthew Johnson-Roberson, inaugural dean of the new College of Connected Computing, brought Vanderbilt’s research momentum to life.
Other weekend offerings included Commodore Classrooms on national security and volleyball’s return; a Homecoming Block Party on Library Lawn featuring Nashville food trucks; and Community and Affinity Receptions highlighting belonging and connection.

Saturday:

Join moderator Baxter Webb as he sits down with esteemed professors Eric Johnson, Jesse Blocher, and Ranga Ramanujam as they share Owen’s perspective on today’s most pressing business topics.
Gorgeous fall weather on Saturday made for a picture-perfect football tailgate on the Sports Club Field. Rally with your classmates to cheer for the ‘Dores against the Auburn Tigers! Tailgate includes a full meal with wine, beer, and soda. Location: Sports Club Field (Rec.

Sunday:

Sunday festivities started with a Bluegrass Brunch and a 50th Reunion brunch and induction ceremony for the Vanderbilt Quinqs. In a memorable finale to the weekend, the community gathered at The Pinnacle music venue on Sunday night in celebration of Vanderbilt’s Sesquicentennial.

Signature Events and Activities

Reunion Weekend boasts a variety of signature events that draw alumni back to campus year after year. These events provide opportunities for intellectual engagement, social interaction, and celebration of Vanderbilt's rich traditions.

Academic and Intellectual Engagement

Commodore Classrooms: Engage in thought-provoking discussions led by Vanderbilt faculty on a variety of topics, such as national security. These sessions offer a chance to learn about cutting-edge research and engage with the intellectual heart of the university.
University Leadership Updates: Hear from Vanderbilt's leadership, including the Chancellor and Provost, on the state of the university and its future direction. These updates provide valuable insights into Vanderbilt's strategic priorities and ongoing initiatives.
Podcast Recordings: Attend live recordings of Vanderbilt-affiliated podcasts, such as the Quantum Potential podcast, featuring discussions with faculty and researchers on their work.

Social and Networking Opportunities

Class Parties: Reconnect with classmates at dedicated class parties, offering a chance to reminisce about your time at Vanderbilt and catch up on each other's lives. As part of Reunion Weekend Alumni Party for classes 80, 85, 90 held at Curry Field. As part of Reunion Weekend Alumni Party for classes ’95 and later held at Alumni Lawn. The Class of 1975 meet for their 50th Reunion Dinner and Reception at the Kimpton Aertson Hotel during Reunion Week.
Community and Affinity Receptions: Celebrate diversity and inclusion at receptions highlighting belonging and connection within the Vanderbilt community. As part of Reunion Weekend a BVU Community Reception reception and AVBA Mixer occurs at the Community Event Space.
Volunteer Recognition Toast: Honor alumni who have made significant contributions to Vanderbilt through their volunteer efforts. As part of Reunion Weekend a Volunteer Recognition Toast occurs on Curry Field.

Celebrations and Traditions

Homecoming Tailgate and Football Game: Experience the excitement of Vanderbilt football at the Homecoming tailgate and game. The VU Black Cultural Center holds a homecoming block party.
Reunion Kickoff Party: Kick off the weekend with a lively party featuring music, food, and drinks. Reunion 2025. Kick-off party Photo Harrison McClary/Vanderbilt University. Weekend celebrations began in true Music City form with the Quinq Welcome Reception and Downtown Kickoff Party Thursday evening.
Bluegrass Brunch: Enjoy a delicious brunch featuring live bluegrass music, a Nashville tradition. Sunday festivities started with a Bluegrass Brunch and a 50th Reunion brunch and induction ceremony for the Vanderbilt Quinqs. Quinq brunch and 50th reunion is held at the Conrad Nashville Hotel (part of Homecoming weekend and the 2025 Reunions).

Registration Information

To attend Reunion Weekend, it's necessary to register in advance. Events for Reunion Weekend are priced individually for convenience and flexibility.

Registration Process

Visit the Reunion Registration site (Click Here) and select "Register Now".
Fill out the Primary Registrant information fields (name, class year, address, etc).
Add guests.
Select the appropriate package:
- Undergraduate Reunion package.
- Quinq Alumni package.
- Homecoming Alumni package.
Make event selections from the popular Reunion events listed.
Use the Continue button at the bottom of the screen to move through the registration form.
There is an opportunity to make a class gift before the check-out page.
Submit payment. Payment must be completed to secure registration.
Save for future reference at Reunion.
Registration is complete.

Registration Timeline and Pricing

Early Registration pricing begins on September 3 and will end on September 30. Regular Registration pricing will be in effect October 1 - October 31. Last Chance pricing begins November 1 through the close of Reunion Weekend. After Reunion begins, all registration is on a space-available basis, so please register early.

Individual Event pricing is listed below.

Events	Early Registration (by Sept. 30)	Regular Registration (Oct. 1 - Oct. 31)	Last Chance (Nov.1 - Nov.	Youth Child
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Payment and Refunds

Payment must be made via the registration portal and all major credit cards are accepted. Due to the ongoing remote operation of our office staff, we regret that cash and check payments cannot be received during advance registration. Refunds on event fees are available through October 31. Please note that gifts made during registration are final and cannot be refunded.

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