Schedule & Agenda

Events may be added or changed as we get closer to Reunion Weekend

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Friday, June 5, 2026

Time Event
1-6 p.m. Reunion & Alumni Weekend Check-in & Move-in
Start your weekend by checking in and getting your official all-events pass. If you are staying on campus, you will also receive your access key.
3-5 p.m. Campus Tours
Our Student Ambassadors will be ready to guide you around campus to point out all the transformations and answer your questions about what life at SHU is like for today’s Pioneers.
4:30-6:30 p.m. Alumni Awards Reception*
Join us at this special annual event as we recognize and celebrate alumni who have made an impact on their communities, their profession and at Sacred Heart University.
5-7 p.m. Alumni Dinner
Stop into Thea’s Abbey in the Pioneer Village Upper Quad for a bite to eat and fuel up for the fun night ahead!
5:30 p.m.

Class of 1976 50th Reunion Dinner*
An event exclusively for the Class of 1976 and their guests to celebrate their return to campus after 50 years. Come celebrate the memories, friendships and all that SHU has meant for you.
7-8 p.m.

Alumni B-I-N-G-O
A SHU classic! Join us for (boozy) BINGO and relive all the memories from years ago. Maybe you’ll win this time!
7-10 p.m.

Yankees vs. Red Sox Viewing Party & Fire Pit
Cheer on the Sox or the Yankees as we host an outdoor viewing party complete with a fire pit, drinks and snacks.
8 p.m.

Manhattan Comedy Night*
Head to downtown Fairfield and the SHU Community Theatre to enjoy a night of laughs with the Manhattan Comedy Night.
8-9 p.m.

Reunion Classes Gathering & Toast
For those celebrating a milestone reunion this year, we invite you to join us for a special toast and gathering before the party gets going.
9-11 p.m.

Pub Night
Relive all the memories from Chubby’s, The Outpost and Red’s as we host Pub Night!
10 p.m. - Midnight

Late Night Bites with Food Trucks
Bring the night to a close with late-night selections from various food trucks!

Saturday, June 6, 2026

Time Event
8:30 a.m.

Yoga
Enjoy a fresh start to the morning with yoga at the Valentine Health & Recreation Center and clear your mind for a refreshing day ahead.
9:30-11 a.m. Breakfast 101: Meet & Greets with Your Colleges
Enjoy breakfast while meeting current and former faculty, learn more about SHU’s academic programs and take a tour of the facility. Shuttles will be provided to access each academic building.
11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Campus Tours
Our Student Ambassadors will be ready to guide you around campus to point out all the transformations and answer your questions about what life at SHU is like for today’s Pioneers.
Noon - 3 p.m. Party on Park Party
Enjoy an outdoor grill-side lunch with fun activities, music, bowling and much more. This was the hit event of 2025, and we are bringing it back!
1 p.m. Club Baseball Reunion Game
Calling all Club Baseball Alumni! Join us for a reunion and slow-pitch softball game at Pioneer Park! All alumni are encouraged to head over and cheer them on.

1-3 p.m.

Shuttles to Downtown Fairfield
Want to explore downtown Fairfield? Take an hour or so and walk around the area, check out the SHU Community Theatre or visit some of your favorite shops!
2-3 p.m. Milkshakes at JP’s
The afternoon wouldn’t be complete with a stop for a milkshake at JP’s—our 50’s style on-campus diner. Get extra whipped cream, too!
5 p.m. Reunion Weekend Mass
We invite all alumni to join us for our Reunion Weekend Mass in the Chapel of the Holy Spirit as we celebrate together as a Pioneer community.
6-9 p.m. The Celebration!
Put on your dancing shoes and get ready to party as we celebrate all our reunion alumni and a special University milestone (shh, it’s a surprise). This will be a cocktail-style party with heavy appetizers/stations, open bar and entertainment. Fun for everyone!
9-11 p.m. The After Party
For those staying on campus, join us for

Sunday, June 7, 2026

Time Event
9-10:30 a.m. Sunday Brunch
Fuel up for the ride home, say goodbye to all your fellow Pioneers and bring the weekend to a close at our Sunday Brunch.

Monday, June 8, 2026

Time Event
9:30 a.m. 37th Annual Pioneer Open
Join us for our 37th annual Pioneer Open, which raises funds for student scholarships. You can learn more about this popular event by visiting the tournament webpage.

*Not included in the Reunion Weekend packages and must be purchased/registered separately