Brown Reunion Weekend

Every spring, alumni from across generations return to College Hill for this beloved Brown tradition. Join us May 22–24, 2026 for our next Reunion Weekend.

Relive old memories. Create new ones.

Come back to where it all began for Brown Reunion 2026, happening May 22–24, 2026. This year’s gathering welcomes back alumni from Brown classes ending in 1 and 6, along with recent grads, to College Hill for a weekend of connection, community, and celebration.

Reunion Registration

* An active Brown Account is needed to access Reunion registration. Need help logging in or activating your account? Contact the Alumni Help Desk at +1 (401) 863-9662 (Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET), connect with a live agent online, or email alumni_help@brown.edu.

What’s included in your registration

  • Register for the weekend.
    Get on the attendee list. We’ll have a tag with your name on it (literally) at check-in.
  • Sign up for Reunion events. 
    Build your itinerary and register for class-specific and general Reunion events.
  • Campus Dance sales.
    Buy tickets, tables, and drink tokens ahead of time.
  • Make your class gift.
    Celebrate your Brown experience and support the University’s mission with your Reunion Class Gift.

Important Dates & Reminders

Important Dates

March 18

Registration opens: Snag your spot at Reunion, build your weekend itinerary, and see what your class has planned for the weekend.

Campus Dance ticket & table sales open: Get your tickets and purchase tables for Friday’s Campus Dance during the registration process. Tables always sell out early, so act fast.

April 12

Early registration discount ends: Reserve your spot at Reunion before regular pricing kicks in on April 12 at 5 p.m.

mid April

On-campus housing portal opens: A limited number of on-campus housing options (including rooms, suites, and apartments) are available to reserve for Reunion Weekend. Reserve your space before all accommodations are booked up.

May 18

Online registration ends: Though online registration ends at 5 p.m., you can still register in person starting on Friday, May 22.

On-site registration is available upon arrival on campus at an additional surcharge. Class event tickets are limited and cannot be guaranteed.

New event access and security guidelines

The University is implementing updated security and event access procedures to ensure a safe and seamless experience for all. Whether you’re here for the entire weekend or just stopping by for one event, anyone planning to attend any of the weekend’s events on campus must register and carry their credential.

Weekend Preview

Welcome Home: Planning For Your Reunion

Reserving on-campus housing for Reunion Weekend

Want to make your Reunion experience even more immersive? A limited number of on-campus housing options (including rooms, suites, and apartments) are available for Reunion guests.

On-campus housing reservations will open later in April 2026. The housing portal will open for Reunion guests after the Office of Residential Life concludes certain housing processes for current on-campus students. For more information and updates, visit the Residential Life’s webpage.

Update your alumni profile

This year more than others, Brunonians are eager to reconnect before Reunion Weekend. Log into myBrown* to update your contact info so classmates know the best way to get in touch with you before the big weekend.

* You must have an active Brown Account to access myBrown. Need help logging in or activating your account? Contact the Alumni Help Desk at +1 (401) 863-9662 (Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET), connect with a live agent online, or email alumni_help@brown.edu.

A Tradition Unlike Any Other: Reunion Weekend

With centuries worth of history, Brown is not lacking in traditions. Reunion Weekend is no exception. Held annually every Memorial Day weekend, Brown Reunion is a three-day celebration that brings together generations of Brown alumni and their friends and family on College Hill.

Among its marquee events are: 

  • Campus Dance — an outdoor ball held on several of Brown’s quads and greens with multiple musical performances. Friday evening.
  • Bruno’s Block Party — a family-friendly event with food trucks, a 21+ beer garden, tunes, and summertime activities. Saturday midday.
  • Unity Funk Nite — a massive, high-energy dance party driven by a playlist of funk, soul, R&B, and disco. Saturday evening.
  • Procession — a unique tradition where alumni line the streets of College Hill to cheer on graduating students as they pass through the Van Wickle Gates and into the alumni community. Sunday morning.

Brown’s practice of holding its Reunion and Commencement on the same weekend is a long-standing tradition dating back nearly a century. Since 1928, Brown has hosted its class reunions and Commencement celebration concurrently—merging the welcoming of its newest graduates with the return of alumni from across the decades.

Frequently Asked Questions

Reunion FAQs

Get more details about registration, parking, housing, dining, event information, and other important Brown Reunion Weekend topics.