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Undergraduate Reunion Schedule

Important Information

We are preparing an amazing schedule of events, which will include opportunities to explore Nashville, celebrate Vanderbilt, and reconnect with your classmates. More details to come.

Here's a sneak peek of a typical Reunion Weekend schedule. 

Thursday, October 15

Friday, October 16

  • 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Reunion HQ

    Location: Great Room, Oliver C. Carmichael College, 2321 West End Avenue, Nashville, TN 37240

    Make Check-in your first stop and pick up your Reunion materials for the weekend! Receive your name badge and more at the main Reunion HQ.

  • 9:00 a.m. Morning Tours

    See campus from a different perspective and join one of the unique VU walking tours. More details to come!

  • Commodore Classroom #1 (Morning Lecture Time TBD)

    Location: TBD

    Join us for discussions from prominent faculty on current topics. More details to come! 

  • Commodore Classroom #2 (Morning Lecture Time TBD)

    Location: TBD

    Join us for discussions from prominent faculty on current topics! 

  • 11:00 a.m. Conversation with University Leadership

    Location: Sarratt Cinema, Sarratt Student Center, 2301 Vanderbilt Place, Nashville, TN, 37240

    A "don't miss" opportunity to hear from University Leadership! 

  • 12:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. Homecoming Block Party

    Location: 300 25th Avenue, West End Neighborhood, Nashville, TN 37212 (also known as Greek Row) 

    Enjoy lunch from a collection of Nashville's own food trucks! Play games and listen to student and alumni entertainment during this family-friendly afternoon event.  

  • Commodore Classroom #3 (Afternoon Lecture Time TBD)

    Location: TBD

    Join us for discussions from prominent faculty on current topics! 

  • 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Greek Open Houses

    Many of our Greek Houses will be opening their doors to welcome alumni back for Reunion weekend! For a complete list of participating houses, and other Greek events, visit our Greek Events page.

  • 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. - BVU Community Reception and AVBA Mixer

    Location: TBD

    Join the Bishop Joseph Johnson Black Cultural Center (BCC) and Association of Vanderbilt Black Alumni (AVBA) to connect with community at a reception/mixer with food, beverage and speeches from BVU leaders. All are welcome!

  • 6:00 p.m. Volunteer Recognition Toast

    Location: Curry Field, Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN, 37240

    University Leadership invites all Volunteer Reunion Committee Members to a special cocktail reception in recognition of their outstanding service and the impact they have made. This event is by invitation only and is extended to all 2026 Reunion volunteers. 

  • 6:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. Quinq Reception and Dinner

    Location: Patterson Ballroom, Kimpton Aertson Hotel, 2021 Broadway, Nashville, TN 37203

    All classes 1975 and prior are invited to reconnect with classmates and friends at the Quinq dinner. The classes of 1966 and 1971 will receive special recognition as they celebrate their 55th or 60th Reunion. Share Vanderbilt memories and make new ones during this cocktail reception and seated dinner! 

    Inquiries: Andra DeVincenzo (andra.p.devincenzo@vanderbilt.edu)

  • 6:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m 50th Reunion Class Reception and Dinner

    Location: Commodore Ballroom, Student Life Center; 310 25th Avenue S, Nashville, TN 37212 

    Reconnect with classmates at your 50th Reunion class party! Enjoy a cocktail reception and seated dinner, with music and dancing, to cap off this milestone event. 

    Inquiries: Andra DeVincenzo (andra.p.devincenzo@vanderbilt.edu)

  • 7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. 5th - 10th Reunion Class Parties

    Location: Library Lawn (adjacent to the Central Library)

    Classes of 2016 and 2021 - join us on campus to celebrate your class! Alumni will gather under a communal tent with designated places for each class to connect. Parties will feature a generous array of hors d'oeuvres and full open bar, in addition to a DJ and dance floor. 

  • 7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. 15th - 30th Reunion Class Parties

    Location: Alumni Lawn (adjacent to Alumni Hall)

    Classes of 1996, 2001, 2006, and 2011- join us on campus to celebrate your class! Alumni will gather under a communal tent with designated places for each class to connect. Parties will feature a generous array of hors d'oeuvres and full open bar, in addition to a DJ and dance floor. 

  • 7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. 35th - 45th Reunion Class Parties

    Location: Curry Field, Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN 37240

    Classes of 1981, 1986 and 1991 - join us on campus to celebrate your class! Alumni will gather under a communal tent with designated places for each class to connect. Parties will feature a generous array of hors d'oeuvres and full open bar, in addition to a DJ and dance floor. 

Saturday, October 17

  • 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. One Vanderbilt: A Student-Led Interfaith Service & Blessing

    Location: Benton Chapel, Divinity School, 411 21st Avenue S, Nashville, TN 37240

    Hosted by Dean Yolanda Pierce, Vanderbilt Divinity School

    All Reunion attendees are invited to begin Saturday morning with a Campus Blessing, a student-led worship service that brings together multiple faith traditions in shared reflection.

    Held in the historic Benton Chapel, this service will bring together student leaders from diverse faith traditions, including Protestant, Catholic, Jewish, Muslim, Hindu, and Buddhist communities. Through brief reflections, readings, and moments of collective pause, the Campus Blessing offers a space to ground the Reunion experience in connection, meaning, and Vanderbilt’s enduring commitment to spiritual and ethical life.

    All are welcome to attend and share in this time of reflection.

  • 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. - Belonging and Communities Multicultural Mixer and Mimosas

    Location: Multicultural Community Space, 200C 25th Avenue South

    Join AAVA, AVBA, LAVA, VAHLA, and the Student Center for Belonging and Communities (SCBC) for a Multicultural Mixer with Mimosas in advance of the tailgate and Homecoming football game!

    This event is an opportunity to connect with Vanderbilt faculty, staff, students, and alumni who are interested in or identify with the multicultural community. Visit the Multicultural Community Space for some light brunch bites and a tour of the facility! All are welcome.

    Inquiries: Student Center for Belonging and Communities, scbc@vanderbilt.edu

  • Homecoming Tailgate (TBD Based on Gametime)

    Location: Sports Club Field (Rec Field 2; Entrance on Children's Way near 25th Avenue South)

    Don't miss this special tailgate as the Commodores take on Arkansas! The tailgate includes a full meal with wine, beer, and soda, and will begin 2 hours prior to kickoff.  

  • Homecoming Football Game

    Location: Dudley Field at FirstBank Stadium, Jess Neely Drive, Nashville, TN 37203 

    Our Vanderbilt Commodores will take on the Arkansas Razorbacks on Saturday, October 17 at FirstBank Stadium – wear your best Vanderbilt black and gold! Ticketing information will be shared late Summer 2026. Game time is released two weeks prior to event. 

Sunday, October 18

  • 8:00 a.m. or 8:30 a.m. Homecoming 5K Fun Run

    Location: TBD

    More details to come!

  • 9:00 a.m. - 9:45 a.m. Quinq and 50th Reunion Commodore Classroom

    Location: Conrad Hotel, 1620 West End Avenue, Nashville, TN 37203

    We hope you will enjoy this special discussion organized by the Class of 1976 and open to all Quinqs, more details to come! 

  • 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Quinq Brunch and 50th Reunion Induction

    Location: Conrad Hotel, 1620 West End Avenue, Nashville, TN 37203

    Following the 50th Reunion Commodore Classroom, wrap up your weekend with a brunch honoring the Class of 1976. All Quinqs are invited to attend this special event!

  • 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Bluegrass Brunch

    Location: Commodore Ballroom, Student Life Center, 310 25th Avenue South

    Say farewell to dear friends while enjoying a brunch buffet with a mimosa and bloody mary bar and live bluegrass music: a wonderful way to close out Reunion 2026.