Alumni Day registration is now closed, and pre-registration was required. For inquiries, please contact Alumni Engagement at eventmgr@princeton.edu.

Check-in: Please check in and pick up your lanyard when you arrive on campus. Hours for check-in are: 

Friday, Feb. 20: 1-4 p.m. Nassau Presbyterian Church, 61 Nassau St. (next to Maclean House) 

Saturday, Feb. 21: 8-10:15 a.m. Nassau Presbyterian Church; 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Jadwin Gymnasium lobby 

Doors of Alexander Hall will open at 8:30 a.m. For the morning program in Richardson Auditorium, seating will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Please note that backpacks and luggage will not be allowed in Richardson Auditorium in Alexander Hall. 

Parking: Free on-campus parking is available in the Theater Drive Garage, adjacent to Princeton Station/Wawa, or in the Stadium Drive Garage, near Jadwin Gym. Pre-registration for on-campus parking is required. 

Saturday shuttle service: 

Princeton Junction: From 7:30 to 9:30 a.m., you may catch shuttle service from Princeton Junction to check-in at the Nassau Presbyterian Church. After 9:30, please use the Dinky train from Princeton Junction to the Princeton Station at Wawa. 

On campus: Alumni Day shuttles will run in continuous loops: 

• Theater Drive Garage (Princeton Station at Wawa) to Nassau Presbyterian Church, 8-11 a.m.
• Stadium Drive Garage to Nassau Presbyterian Church, 8-11 a.m.
• Richardson Auditorium to Jadwin Gymnasium, 11:30 a.m.-noon
• Theater Drive Garage to Jadwin Gymnasium, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
• Jadwin Gymnasium to Nassau Street at Rivers Way (between Chancellor Green and Firestone Library), 1:30-2 p.m.
• Nassau Street at Rivers Way to Theater Drive Garage and Stadium Drive Garage, 1:30-6 p.m. 

Getting around campus: The Alumni Day campus map highlights key locations for the day’s activities. Review information on TigerTransit bus routes and schedules. The Princeton Campus Map app (download for Android or iOS by clicking here) gives live, turn-by-turn directions to points on campus. Select a walking, biking or transit route. An accessibility feature can generate a route that avoids steps or steep slopes.

Change of Plans? If your plans have changed and you are no longer able to attend Alumni Day, please contact Alumni Engagement at eventmgr@princeton.edu. Refunds will be processed after Alumni Day for all cancellations submitted by Wednesday, February 18.

Saturday, February 21

9:15 a.m.      Alumni Day Program and Awards Presentation
Celebrate Kevin Gover ’78, under secretary for museums and culture at the Smithsonian, with this year’s Woodrow Wilson Award; and this year’s James Madison Medal winner, Terence Tao *96, professor of mathematics and the James and Carol Collins Chair in the College of Letters and Sciences at the University of California-Los Angeles (UCLA); as well as the honorees of the undergraduate Pyne Prize and the graduate Jacobus Fellowship.           
Alexander Hall, Richardson Auditorium

11:30 a.m.     Alumni Day Reception
All alumni are invited to enjoy refreshments prior to the Alumni Day Luncheon.
Jadwin Gymnasium

12:00 p.m.     Alumni Day Luncheon
Attend the annual meeting of the Alumni Association, featuring the kickoff celebration of 200 years of the Princeton University Alumni Association.
Jadwin Gymnasium

3:00 p.m.       Service of Remembrance
The University’s annual memorial service invites family and friends to remember with honor and affection those Princetonians — alumni, students, faculty and staff — whose deaths were recorded during the prior calendar year. Dean of Religious Life and of the Chapel Rev. Dr. Theresa S. Thames will deliver the memorial address. 
University Chapel

4:00 p.m.      Alumni Day Closing Reception
Before departing campus, join your fellow alumni for a closing reception to cap off the day.
Princeton University Art Museum

Friday, February 20

4:00 p.m.       Princeton Research Day – Undergraduate Edition
Princeton Research Day celebrates and explores the research and creative work taking place on campus. In an informative and relatable way, undergraduate researchers and creators will share their projects through in-person poster presentations. Some students will also share demos, exhibits or excerpted performances. During the program, attendees vote for their favorite presentation, and the top presentations will be awarded cash prizes (to be announced after the event). Princeton Research Day is free and open to the public. Register here.
Princeton University Art Museum

Saturday, February 21

2:00 p.m.       Colorful Chemistry
Join the Chemistry Department’s Lecture Demonstrator for a dazzling and educational chemistry show!
Taylor Auditorium, Frick Chemistry Lab

2:00 p.m.       Outdoor Action: Rock Climbing and Bouldering for Beginners and Intermediates
Join OA leaders, students, fellow alumni and their families at the University’s climbing wall in one of two one-hour sessions. Offered 2-3 p.m. and 3-4 p.m. Register here. All climbing equipment and instruction provided by Outdoor Action.
Princeton Stadium, University Climbing Wall

2:00 p.m.       Affinity Connections
Join the leaders of Princeton’s alumni affinity groups for informal conversation and connection. Open to all alumni regardless of identity, the affinity groups offer pathways to recognize and celebrate the intersections we share as Tigers.
Louis A. Simpson International Building, Weickart Atrium

2:00 p.m.       Class Generations Mixer
All current students in the Classes of ’26, ’27, ’28, ’29 are invited to connect with members from their parent classes (‘01, ’02, ’03, ’04) and grandparent classes (’76, ’77, ’78, ’79) over cookies, brownies, hot chocolate, coffee and tea.
Julis Romo Rabinowitz Building, Perel Atrium

2:00 p.m.       Career Connections: A #PrincetonStar Meetup for Graduate Students and Alumni
Join us for an informal gathering designed to facilitate meaningful conversations and lasting connections among and between current graduate students and graduate alumni. If you’re interested in mentoring students, actively looking for a job, or interested in growing your professional network, you’ll have the opportunity to meet an incredible group of graduate students and many graduate alumni working in a variety of career fields—from academia, research, finance, consulting, industry leadership, entrepreneurship, and more. Light refreshments will be provided. Co-sponsored by the APGA, GSG, and GradFUTURES Kindly register by February 18 using this form. 
Chancellor Green Rotunda

4:00 p.m.       A4P’s 200th Anniversary of the Alumni Association kickoff event
Join fellow alumni as the Asian American Alumni Association of Princeton (A4P) celebrates the 200th anniversary of the Princeton University Alumni Association, as well as the Year of the Horse! The event will feature remarks by alumni leaders, speed networking, and performances by three student groups: Hua (graduate Chinese dance), the V‑Tones (a cappella) and Bhangra (Punjabi dance). Sponsored by A4P, the Asian American Student Association, Carl A. Fields Center for Equality and the Emma Bloomberg Center for Access and Opportunity, this is a free event for alumni, students and guests. Register here.
Carl A. Fields Center

4:00 p.m.       The Daily Princetonian Alumni Day Mixer
The Daily Princetonian is delighted to invite you to the ‘Prince’ Alumni Day Mixer event. Join current ‘Prince’ student staffers and fellow alumni as we continue our yearlong celebration of 150 years of the ‘Prince’. Tours of the archive room will be held throughout the mixer, and snacks and refreshments will be provided. See you all in the newsroom! Register here.
The Daily Princetonian Newsroom, 48 University Place

5:00 p.m.       QPA Panel: Advancing the Science of Gender
Join the Queer Princeton Alumni affinity group for a panel discussion featuring Professor Kristina Olson and her research team from the TransYouth Project, the largest-to-date longitudinal research study of transgender youth. A reception will immediately follow the panel discussion. Register here.
Panel Location: Julis Romo Rabinowitz, Room 399
Reception Location: Louis A. Simpson International Building, Weickart Atrium

Exhibits

“Living Forever: The Archive of The Great Gatsby”  Learn more
Through large-scale reproductions, a variety of items that trace the creation, reception, and impact of “The Great Gatsby” around the world are featured. Included are copies of the earliest surviving draft of the novel with edits by Maxwell Perkins, covers of the book from foreign editions, and borrower cards from Sylvia Beach’s bookshop and lending library, Shakespeare and Co. Open Saturday, 8:00 AM-11:00 PM. The Tiger Tea Room space is open, but the cafe does not offer service on Saturdays. 
Firestone Library, Tiger Tea Room

Princeton at the GRAMMYSⓇ Learn more
A celebration at Mendel Music Library of GRAMMY nominated and awarded musicians who have taught or studied at Princeton. A new set of items has been recently rotated into the exhibition cases. Visit in person during opening hours. A fully digitized experience is also available. Open Friday, 9:00 AM-5:00 PM. Mendel Music Library is closed on Saturdays. 
Woolworth Center, Mendel Music Library

Fashion, Feminism, and Fear: Clothing and Power in the 19th Century Learn more
The exhibition features late 19th and early 20th century cartoons satirizing women’s fashion at a time when the “New Woman” began to wear pants and enter traditionally masculine spheres. Open through April 2026. Open Friday, 9:00 AM - 4:45 PM. Mudd Manuscript Library is closed on the weekends.
Seeley G. Mudd Manuscript Library, Mudd Gallery 

“Powering Up the U.S. Labor Force: Women in Industry During World War II (1940-1945)” Learn more
Helen Baker developed an unparalleled collection of industrial relations material at Princeton University Library. Baker joined the Industrial Relations Section in 1930 as the Section’s first librarian and research assistant, and became the first woman to achieve the rank of associate professor at Princeton in 1948. Through this exhibition of select materials from the industrial relations collection and research by Helen Baker, we witness the intersection of opportunities for women - in the American economy and within the field of economics. Open Friday, 9:00 AM-5:00 PM. Closed on Saturday
Louis A. Simpson International Building, Industrial Relations Section 

Athletic Events

Friday, February 20

7:00 p.m.       Men’s Ice Hockey vs. Colgate
Hobey Baker Rink

Saturday, February 21

12:00 p.m.     Men‘s Tennis vs. Buffalo
Racquet and Recreation Fieldhouse, Meadows Neighborhood

4:30 p.m.       Men’s Tennis vs. Penn State
Racquet and Recreation Fieldhouse, Meadows Neighborhood

5:30 p.m.       Women‘s Basketball vs. Brown
Jadwin Gymnasium

8:00 p.m.       Men’s Ice Hockey vs. Cornell
Hobey Baker Rink

For tickets call 609.258.9220 or visit tickets.princeton.edu

1959   Cocktails and dinner at the Nassau Club, cocktails in the Lounge at 5:00 p.m., dinner downstairs at 6:00 p.m. 

1966    Reception and dinner at the Present Day Club, 4:30 – 10:00 p.m. RSVP a must!

1968    Board of Governors Meeting will be held at 5:00 p.m. at the Nassau Club Class dinner at the Nassau Club with drinks starting at 6:00 p.m.

1969    Reception and dinner at the home of Chris and Joan Meyer in historic Cranbury, NJ

1970    *Friday, 2/20 Reception and dinner at the Present Day Club, 6:00 p.m.

1972    Class Executive Committee Meeting in Madison Hall, Room 202, 4:15 p.m. Reception and dinner at the Nassau Club, 5:30 p.m.

1974    Private tour of the Art Museum, followed by a reception, 4:30-6:30 p.m.

1976    Dinner at the home of Morris Smith ’76 and Nancy Lin ’77 h76, 6:00-10:00 p.m.

1977    Dinner at the home of Morris Smith ’76 and Nancy Lin ’77 h76, 6:00-10:00 p.m.

1978    *Friday, 2/20 Dinner celebrating Wilson Award winner Kevin Gover ’78, 6:00 p.m. For location and to rsvp please check the class website.

Attendees are responsible for arranging personal accommodations while attending Alumni Day at Princeton University. Limited blocks of rooms are available Friday, February 20, to Sunday, February 22, at discounted rates. Any unused rooms in the blocks will be released after the cut-off dates.

Nassau Inn
Rate: $171.00/night (single and double occupancy)

To receive the discounted rate, you may call the Nassau Inn Reservations Department at (800) 862-7728 and mention booking code 29287. Alternately, you may book online at https://reservations.travelclick.com/13522?groupID=5005746

Cut-off date: Please book your reservation by January 21 in order to get this rate. If all rooms in the block are reserved before that date, the rate may no longer be available.

Location: 10 Palmer Square – walking distance to campus.

Hyatt Regency Princeton
Rate: $149.00/night (single and double occupancy)

To receive the discounted rate, copy and paste the below booking link into your browser. You may also call the hotel at (877) 803-7534 and mention the Princeton University Alumni Day room block or group code G-PAMN.

Booking Link: https://www.hyatt.com/events/en-US/group-booking/PRINC/G-PAMN

Cut-off date: Please book your reservation by January 22, 2026 in order to get this rate. If all rooms in the block are reserved before that date, the rate may no longer be available.

Location: 102 Carnegie Center, Princeton – short drive to campus.

Other lodging options in the Princeton area can be found on the accommodations page of the Princeton Regional Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Bureau’s website.