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Events and Traditions

From networking opportunities and regional gatherings to our signature annual events, the Calvin Alumni Association creates ways for you to connect throughout the year. Come back to campus for a host of activities during Homecoming & Family weekend, compete in the Calvin Classic, join a watch party for The Rivalry, and so much more!

Featured Traditions

Homecoming & Family Weekend

Homecoming

Save the date for Homecoming: September 26–27, 2025!

Homecoming details
Calvin Classic 5k logo

Calvin Classic

Walk, run, or handcycle in our 5k and Fun Run, a tradition since 1992!

Calvin Classic details
The rivalry logo, a mashup of ÇÑ×ÓÊÓƵ and Hope College logos.

The Rivalry

The legendary rivalry between Calvin and Hope spans 104 years and 212 games.

Upcoming Events

The Calvin alumni choir stands in rows, wearing formal black choral attire.

Alumni Choir Concert

Wartburg Castle

CAA/CALL Travel: Germany

From Luther and Bach to Dresden and Berlin
Class of 1975 50-year reunion calendar graphic

Class of 1975: 50-Year Reunion

Join us on May 9-10, 2025 to celebrate your friendship and Calvin legacy! Registration closes on Friday, May 2 at 11:59 p.m.
Text on a white box, reading Happy Hour & The Shedd Aquarium

Chicago Young Alumni Network Happy Hour & Shedd Aquarium

A Tuesday evening with young alums!
Maroon text on yellow background, reading "Heritage Class Hangout"

Heritage Class Hangout

Let's get together!
Knights at Broadway GR presents: Hamilton

Hamilton with Broadway GR (Sold Out)

Do not throw away your shot!
150th Anniversary Travel trip to Oregon and California

CAA/CALL Travel: Pacific Northwest (Full)

Around the World with Calvin: 150th Anniversary Tour
150th Anniversary Travel trip to Shaw Festival

CAA/CALL Travel: Shaw Festival, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario (Full)

Around the World with Calvin: 150th Anniversary Tour
Calvin Classic 5k on September 27, 2025

Calvin Classic 5k and Youth Fun Run

Registration for the 2025 Calvin Classic 5k & Youth Fun Run is now open! Visit our updated race website for registration, information, FAQs, photos, and more!

150th Anniversary Travel trip to South Korea and Japan

CAA/CALL Travel: South Korea and Japan

Around the World with Calvin: 150th Anniversary Tour
Egypt Hapshetsut Temple

CAA/CALL Travel: Journey to Egypt (Full)

Around the World with Calvin: 150th Anniversary Tour
150th Anniversary Travel trip to the American Southwest

CAA/CALL Travel: Red Rocks and Canyons in the American Southwest

Around the World with Calvin: 150th Anniversary Tour
150th Anniversary Travel trip to Peru

CAA/CALL Travel: Peru and the Wonders of the Andes

Around the World with Calvin: 150th Anniversary Tour
Graphic of The Lion King musical, white colored with brown text

The Lion King with Broadway Grand Rapids

Feel the love with Disney's The Lion King!
150th Anniversary Travel trip to Italy and Austria

CAA/CALL Travel: Italy and Austria – the Rise and Fall of Empires

Around the World with Calvin: 150th Anniversary Tour
Images of various ÇÑ×ÓÊÓƵ students from 1976

Class of 1976: 50-Year Reunion

Class of 1976, save the date for your 50-Year Reunion!
150th Anniversary Travel trip to the Holy Land

CAA/CALL Travel: Holy Land

Around the World with Calvin: 150th Anniversary Tour
150th Anniversary Travel trip to the Netherlands

CAA/CALL Travel: Netherlands

Around the World with Calvin: 150th Anniversary Tour
Graphic of The Great Gatsby musical, gold text on green background

The Great Gatsby with Broadway Grand Rapids

Old sport, you won't want to miss this.
150th Anniversary Travel trip to Australia in January 2027

CAA/CALL Travel: Australia

Around the World with Calvin: 150th Anniversary Tour
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