Schedule of Events

We’re excited to welcome you to Family Days 2026 on Friday, October 23rd, and Saturday, October 24th!

The weekend kicks off Friday with faculty lectures, open houses, panel discussions, campus tours, and a special welcome from the Dean.

On Saturday, enjoy even more great programs or head to Columbia Homecoming (additional cost) at Baker Field to cheer on the Lions. Sunday is yours to explore New York City with your family — the perfect way to wrap up the weekend!

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Please note, the last day to request a refund is October 16th by 5pm EST.

Join fellow Golden Lions (alumni who have surpassed their 50th reunion) for a special lunch. Connect, celebrate and reminisce — more information to follow!

Kick off Homecoming with fellow Columbia College alumni at a casual happy hour. Whether you recently celebrated a reunion, have one on the horizon, or fall somewhere in between, join classmates and friends from the milestone Classes of 1976, 1977, 1981 and 1982. Enjoy great company, appetizers and two drink tickets as we celebrate the Columbia connections that span the years.

Kick off Homecoming with fellow Columbia College alumni at a casual happy hour. Whether you recently celebrated a reunion, have one on the horizon, or fall somewhere in between, join classmates and friends from the milestone Classes of 1986, 1987, 1991 and 1992. Enjoy great company, appetizers and two drink tickets as we celebrate the Columbia connections that span the years.

Kick off Homecoming with fellow Columbia College alumni at a casual happy hour. Whether you recently celebrated a reunion, have one on the horizon, or fall somewhere in between, join classmates and friends from the milestone Classes of 1996, 1997, 2001 and 2002. Enjoy great company and a cash bar as we celebrate the Columbia connections that span the years.

Kick off Homecoming with fellow Columbia College alumni at a casual happy hour. Whether you recently celebrated a reunion, have one on the horizon, or fall somewhere in between, join classmates and friends from the milestone Classes of 2006, 2007, 2011 and 2012. Enjoy great company, appetizers and two drink tickets as we celebrate the Columbia connections that span the years.

Kick off Homecoming with fellow Columbia College alumni at a casual happy hour. Whether you recently celebrated a reunion, have one on the horizon, or fall somewhere in between, join classmates and friends from the milestone Classes of 2016, 2017, 2021 and 2022. Enjoy great company, appetizers and two drink tickets as we celebrate the Columbia connections that span the years.

Join fellow Columbia alumni, family and friends for the Tony Award-winning musical Hadestown on Broadway. Blending mythology with unforgettable music, this acclaimed production tells the timeless love stories of Orpheus and Eurydice, and Hades and Persephone, in a fresh and captivating way.

Tickets are limited, so reserve your spot early for this memorable experience!

Bring your family and friends, and spend the afternoon with classmates. Enjoy finger foods, desserts and a cash bar* and test your skills at cornhole, giant Jenga and other family friendly games, all while a DJ plays your favorite hits. Don’t forget to wear your Columbia Blue and pick up some swag for next year!

All Lunch Under the Tent tickets include a general admission football ticket, collected at lunch check-in. If you purchase the undergraduate student-priced ticket, CUID is required upon lunch check in.

*The cash bar will be open until 2:30 p.m.​ and lunch will be served until 3:00 p.m. or supplies run out.

Interested in Saturday’s Lunch Under the Tent and football game as well as the Young Alumni Happy Hour? Take advantage of the special Young Alumni Bundle discount for registering for all!

Note: This option includes your tickets for Lunch Under the Tent, the football game and the Young Alumni Happy Hour.

Join Columbia Engineering at the alumni-hosted homecoming celebration after the game. Enjoy food, refreshments, and mingle with your fellow alumni!

Please note this event is 21+

Members of the Classes of 2017–26 are invited to the rooftop of the Philip & Cheryl Milstein Family Tennis Center at the Baker Athletics Complex. Drink, eat and catch up with friends while overlooking the Hudson River. Hors d’oeuvres, beer and wine, and a signature cocktail will be served.