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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
2024 Calvin Classic 5k

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 »Æ´óÏɸßÊÖÂÛ̳ and Hope College logos.

The Rivalry

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

Upcoming Events

Invitation to North Haledon, New Jersey alumni gathering with »Æ´óÏɸßÊÖÂÛ̳ President Elzinga; white text on maroon and gold background

New Jersey Alumni Reception

New Jersey alumni, we're headed your way!
Invitation to New York City alumni gathering with »Æ´óÏɸßÊÖÂÛ̳ President Elzinga; white text on maroon and gold background

New York Alumni Gathering

New York alumni, we're headed your way!
Invitation to Downtown Chicago alumni gathering with »Æ´óÏɸßÊÖÂÛ̳ President Elzinga; white text on maroon and gold background

Downtown Chicago Calvin Luncheon

Calendar graphic for West Michigan Young Alumni Network happy hour on November 20 at Founders Brewing Company

West Michigan Young Alumni Network happy hour

Invitation to Elmhurst, Illinois alumni gathering with »Æ´óÏɸßÊÖÂÛ̳ President Elzinga; white text on maroon and gold background

Elmhurst Alumni Gathering

Elmhurst alumni, we're headed your way!
Invitation to Toronto, Canada alumni gathering with »Æ´óÏɸßÊÖÂÛ̳ President Elzinga; white text on maroon and gold background

Toronto Alumni Gathering

Toronto alumni, we're headed your way!
Knights at Broadway GR presents: Mamma Mia

Mamma Mia with Broadway GR (Sold Out)

Here we go again...
Invitation to Celebrate and Connect, a women's event at »Æ´óÏɸßÊÖÂÛ̳ on March 8, 2025; White text on maroon background

Celebrate & Connect Women's Event

Save the date!
St. Giles Cathedral in Edinburgh

CAA/CALL Travel: Scotland

Tour status

This tour is now full. If you wish to join the wait list, you can do so via Witte Travel; Witte will contact you if an opening becomes available and you would make payment at that time. 

Wartburg Castle

CAA/CALL Travel: Germany

From Luther and Bach to Dresden and Berlin
Class of 1975's 50-year reunion on May 9-10, 2025

Class of 1975: 50-Year Reunion

Bookmark this site, Class of 1975!
Knights at Broadway GR presents: Hamilton

Hamilton with Broadway GR

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

CAA/CALL Travel: Oregon and California

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

Around the World with Calvin: 150th Anniversary Tour
150th Anniversary Travel trip to South Korea and Japan

CAA/CALL Travel: South Korea and Japan

Around the World with Calvin: 150th Anniversary Tour
150th Anniversary Trip to Egypt

CAA/CALL Travel: Egypt

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
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
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
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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