Homecoming Events

Visit the official Plan Your Homecoming Visit page to learn everything you need to know — from parking and accommodations to dining options, tickets, and much more. 

You can also save your spot today! Online registration closes October 1, 2026.

 

Schedule of Events

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Thursday, Oct. 15

Friday, Oct. 16

Friday Welcome and Check-in

Grant Hall
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Start your Homecoming weekend with a visit to Grant Hall for our annual Welcome and Check-in. You can check-in, find information about activities happening over the weekend, pick up your commemorative name tag button, reunion pins, and start your Homecoming experience.

Queen's Law Grand Moot and Reception

Law Building
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Law community. Join Dean Colleen Flood and featured guest speaker The Hon. Justice David Stratas for the Grand Moot, a showcase of exceptional student advocacy and oral argument skills

Queen's Health Sciences Dean's Reception

School of Medicine
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Join Dean Tannock along with the Vice Deans and Directors of the Schools of Nursing and Rehabilitation Therapy for a special late afternoon of reconnecting, celebrating and sharing nostalgic memories with fellow alumni!

Sc'76 Class Dinner

The Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre
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Celebrate 50 years since graduation with a class dinner at the Donald Gordon Conference Centre.

Sc'91 Pub Night

Queen's Pub
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Get together with classmates from Sc'91 and kick off the weekend together at the newly renovated Queen's Pub.

Arts, Com, PHE'71 Class Dinner

Holiday Inn Kingston Waterfront
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Join us for a special class dinner to officially kick off our 55-year Reunion. This evening will be filled with warm conversation, laughter, and the chance to renew old friendships and make new connections with classmates. A perfect start to a weekend of celebration, memories, and rediscovery.

Med'81 Meet and Greet

The Kingston Marriott - 285 King St. East
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Meds'76 Welcome Reception

The Residence Inn
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Join classmates and friends for a warm and memorable evening as we officially kick off the Meds ’76 50 year Reunion.

EMBA'21 Reunion Night

Chez Piggy
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Kick start our EMBA'21 reunion with a toast with classmates from across the country to celebrate our 5-year reunion.

NSc'91 Class Dinner

The River Mill
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Come join your NSc'91 classmates for a relaxed evening of good food, great conversation, and plenty of reminiscing. We've picked a beautiful spot to gather and catch up with old friends.

Saturday, Oct. 17

Saturday Welcome and Check-in

Grant Hall
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Start your Homecoming weekend with a visit to Grant Hall for our annual Welcome and Check-in. You can check-in, find information about activities happening over the weekend, pick up your commemorative name tag button, reunion pins, and start your Homecoming experience.

Faculty of Arts and Science Mixer Breakfast

John Deutsch University Centre
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Join fellow ArtSci alumni, faculty and friends at Wallace Hall on Saturday morning for the Faculty of Arts and Science mixer breakfast. Whether you're a recent grad or it's been a few years since your last homecoming, this is a chance to celebrate friendships, make new connections and learn about new initiatives in the Faculty.

Smith Engineering Breakfast

Mitchell Hall
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Enjoy a buffet-style pancake breakfast while networking with departmental representatives, reconnecting with former classmates, and meeting current students.

Biology Alumni Meet + Greet

Biosciences Complex
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The Department of Biology warmly invites alumni to join us for a special drop-in event celebrating the vibrant research and hands-on learning experiences that define our department today.

Spirit Corner

Grant Hall
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Celebrate your tricolour spirit with the Queen's Student Alumni Association Spirit Corner

Arts, Com, PHE'71 Brunch

Milestones
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Join classmates for coffee, conversation, and a delicious brunch. Reconnect with old friends, reminisce about your student days, and catch up on the journeys that have filled the years since graduation. Come prepared for laughter, nostalgia, and the joy of being together again.

Chemical Engineering Open House

Dupuis Hall
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Join the Department of Chemical Engineering for an open house at Dupuis Hall. This all-ages event is an opportunity to learn what's new with the department and the university, reconnect with former classmates, and meet current students.

Civil Engineering Open House

Ellis Hall
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Join the Department of Civil Engineering for an open house at Ellis Hall. This all-ages event is an opportunity to learn what's new with the department and the university, reconnect with former classmates, and meet current students.

Mathematics and Statistics Open House

Jeffery Hall
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Join the Department of Mathematics and Statistics for an open house at Jeffrey Hall. This all-ages event is an opportunity to learn what's new with the department and the university, reconnect with former classmates, and meet current students.

Alumni Parade to Richardson Stadium

Grant Hall
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Be a part of a cherished Queen's tradition! Dust off your tricolour threads, lace up your comfiest shoes, and celebrate the tradition of the Homecoming Alumni Parade to Richardson Memorial Stadium led by Queen's Bands.

Law Showcase and Building Tours

Law Building
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Enjoy light refreshments in the atrium, be escorted through the building by students who will share more with you about their experiences at one of Canada’s leading law schools, and along the way, join the law lectures of your choice.

Com'91 Back to Class

Goodes Hall
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Following the Goodes Times Brunch at School of Business, our class legacy comes to life at this special session.

Join us to meet a current student(s) and hear what life as a Com looks like in 2026. You might be surprised how much (and how little!) has changed.

Com'96 - Back to Class - Connect & Reflect

Goodes Hall
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Join Com'96 classmates for an informal gathering to share reflections 30 years in the making – life updates, lessons learned, funny moments, and memories from our time at ºÚÁϳԹÏ×ÊÔ´ Commerce.

Homecoming Football Game

Richardson Stadium
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Get ready to ignite the spirit of Homecoming weekend with a burst of tricolour pride! Join your fellow alumni as we rally behind the Gaels for an electrifying display of team spirit!

Meds'71 Class Dinner

Cataraqui Golf and Country Club - 961 King St. West
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Connect with your Meds'71 classmates for dinner at the Cataraqui Golf and Country Club.

PHE'06 20-Year Reunion

The Buckle
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Come and catch up with everyone over some PHE-un, food, reminiscing, and dancing at The Buckle Down - the downstairs portion of The Buckle in Kingston.

Class of '91 35-year All Faculty Undergrad Celebration

Tir Nan Óg
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Calling all Gaels from Commerce, Engineering, ArtSci, PHE, Con Ed, Nursing & Rehab! 

It’s time to paint Kingston tricolour again. Whether you spent your days in lecture halls, the library, the gym, Alfie’s, QP or Clark Hall Pub, we’re bringing the Class of '91 family back together for our All Fac Celebration Event so you can celebrate with your friends from other faculties.

Com'96 Cocktails, Food & Catch Ups

The Grizzly Grill
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Join your Com’96 classmates for an unforgettable eve of laughs, conversation, and celebration as we mark 30 years since Queen's. Starting at 6:30 pm at The Grizzly Grill, this is the perfect chance to reconnect with old friends and perhaps meet a few new ones.

MBA'01 Dinner

Baja Craft Kitchen
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The fixed price of $225 per person includes a private dinner with our group. Featuring a full-course menu comprising appetizers, entrées, dessert, and beverages.

Any additional funds will be applied to the MBA Legacy Fund.

Meds'81 Class Dinner

The Kingston Marriott - 285 King St. East
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Over a delicious meal and in the company of familiar faces, enjoy an evening filled with conversation, laughter, and camaraderie.

Sc'96 University Club Mixer

University Club
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Revisit the University Club and the same room we picked for our 20-year reunion. Say hi to the Dean of Engineering Kevin Deluzio, catch up with people you haven't seen in years and enjoy finger food and a cash bar.

Law'96 Class Dinner

The Caesar Company
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Dust off your favourite law school stories and join your fellow Queen's Law Class of '96 for a fun and relaxed reunion dinner. We'll gather  for an evening of great food, drinks, laughter, and conversation. Come ready to share memories, swap stories, and celebrate the friendships and connections that began at Queen's Law and continue to endure.

Artsci'96 Beer & Pizza Smoker

Daft Brewing
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Whether checking out new spots or classic haunts after enjoying your own dinner plans, make your way up Princess Street to meet up with your fellow Artsci‘96s to wrap a full day.

Sunday, Oct. 18

Meds'81 Farewell Brunch

Private residence
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Meds'91 Brunch

Private residence
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Say 'see you soon' to your Meds'91 classmates with one last meal together over Homecoming weekend.

Merchandise

BCom'96 Premium Half Zip Sweatshirt

Goodes Hall
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Celebrate our 30th Reunion with a special Comm ’96 memento — the Stockholm Half Zip. Designed for both comfort and style, this premium half zip features a soft, pre-washed fabric blend with an anti-pill finish, making it perfect for easy everyday wear.