Please save the date and join us for Allegheny鈥檚 Blue & Gold Weekend: A Homecoming and Family Celebration on Friday, September 18 鈥� Sunday, September 20, 2026. The weekend includes events for students, alumni, families, and friends.
We look forward to seeing you!
Update on Robertson Athletic Complex Parking
Due to ongoing construction of the Baird Center for Football Operations at the Robertson Athletic Complex, parking in the main paved lot will be extremely limited on Saturday. Additional parking is available in the grass lot adjacent to the complex. Alternatively, a continuous shuttle running between campus and the complex will operate from 3-10 p.m. on Saturday, with pick-up located on Highland Avenue outside the Henderson Campus Center.
2026 Blue & Gold Weekend Schedule
Please check back often! This schedule will be updated with additional events, programs and details as we near Blue & Gold Weekend.
Noon – 3 p.m.
Business, Economics, and Healthcare Management Internship and Career Fair
Room 311, Lawrence Lee Pelletier Library
This career and internship fair is designed to help students explore opportunities in business, economics, finance, and healthcare management. Participants will connect with employers from a variety of organizations鈥攊ncluding many led by Allegheny alumni.
4:30 – 6 p.m.
Connections Extravaganza: Gator2Gator Networking Event
Room 311, Lawrence Lee Pelletier Library
This Gator2Gator Alumni Network event is designed to help students develop practical skills and confidence as they explore or define their career paths. Participants will connect with Allegheny alumni from a wide range of industries and academic disciplines to build networking confidence, gain valuable career insights, and demystify the networking process.
Followed by Reception for Alumni Participants – Invitation Only
Main Floor, Lawrence Lee Pelletier Library
All Day
Experience Downtown Meadville
The Meadville Independent Business Alliance invites you to . Most downtown stores are open 10 am to 3 pm. An early riser? Grab coffee or breakfast earlier at Cattail Cafe, Diamonds All-Star Grille, the Market House Eatery, or French Creek Coffee & Tea Co. Visit the historic Market House at 910 Market Street, open from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Market House, fondly dubbed the 鈥淗eart of Meadville,鈥� is the choice destination for local produce, eggs, meats, baked goods, local organic foods, and artisan crafts. Several downtown dining and beverage establishments await your exploration throughout the weekend.
6 a.m. – 8 p.m.
David V. Wise Sport and Fitness Center Open
8 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Complimentary Refreshments
Patricia Bush Tippie Alumni Center at Cochran Hall
Complimentary coffee, tea, and water are available throughout the day.
8 a.m. – 9 p.m.
McKinley鈥檚 Food Court Open
Breakfast served from 8 – 11 a.m. ($8.50 per person). Lunch served from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. ($13 per person). Dinner served from 5 – 8 p.m. ($15 per person). Purchase at the door; no cash accepted.
9 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Merriman Campus Store Open
Second Floor, Henderson Campus Center
Stop by for all of your Gator spirit needs or visit the mobile merchandise trailer in the Gator Quad from 4:30 – 7 p.m.!
Noon – 1:20 p.m.
Gator2Gator Etiquette & Networking Luncheon
Schultz Banquet Hall
Individual academic departments host tables where students, invited alumni, and faculty engage in a guided networking lunch, learning helpful etiquette lessons along the way. By invitation only.
Noon – Midnight
Game Room Open
Second Floor, Henderson Campus Center
Enjoy games or visit The Crafty Gator to make diamond art coasters.
1:30 – 3:30 p.m.
Computer and Information Science Department Social, followed by a Panel Discussion: Landing a Tech Job in an AI-Powered Market
Alden Hall
From 1:30 – 2:30 p.m., CIS students, faculty, Technical Advisory Board members, panelists, and regional computer and information science alumni are invited to a meet and greet. At 2:30 p.m., a panel discussion on Landing a Tech Job in an AI-Powered Market will begin.
2 – 3 p.m.
Archives Open House
Room 304, Wayne and Sally Merrick Historic Archival Center, Lawrence Lee Pelletier Library
4:30 – 6 p.m.
Celebrating the Life and Career of Professor Emeritus Earl Adams
Tillotson Dining Room, Patricia Bush Tippie Alumni Center at Cochran Hall
Join current and retired faculty, alumni, and family members and friends of Earl Adams for light appetizers and refreshments. Remarks will begin at 5 pm. Please by September 11.
5 p.m.
Allegheny Gators Women鈥檚 Volleyball Game vs Fredonia Blue Devils
James H. Mullen, Jr. Performance Arena, David V. Wise Sport and Fitness Center
5 – 8 p.m.
Blue & Gold Celebration
Gator Quad (Rain Location: Henderson Campus Center Lobby)
Join fellow Gator family members and alumni in Gator Quad for an evening full of fun, free activities including a caricaturist, music, and more. Trivia kicks off at 5:30 p.m. 鈥� come dressed in your blue and gold! Treats will be available in the quad from Parkhurst, Kona Ice, and French Creek Kettle Corn with station takeovers featuring pub specialties for dinner (5 – 9 p.m.) in McKinley鈥檚.
7 – 7:45 p.m.
Playshop Theatre: Revel/Reveal
Gladys Mullenix Black Theatre, First Floor, Vukovich Center for Communication Arts
Under the creative leadership of Susaan Jamshidi 鈥�01, Allegheny students perform a devised piece that celebrates the transformations that come about at this time in their lives.
7 p.m.
Allegheny Gators Women鈥檚 Volleyball Game vs Adrian Bull Dogs
James H. Mullen, Jr. Performance Arena, David V. Wise Sport and Fitness Center
8 – 9:30 p.m.
Competition of the Muses (formerly Greek sing)
Shafer Auditorium, First Floor, Henderson Campus Center
Enjoy choreographed songs, singing, lip-syncing, and short acts performed by members of Allegheny鈥檚 fraternities and sororities. This is family-friendly 鈥� and, whether you鈥檙e Greek or not, a fun Allegheny tradition.
All Day
Experience Downtown Meadville
The Meadville Independent Business Alliance invites you to . Most downtown stores are open 10 am to 3 pm. An early riser? Grab coffee or breakfast earlier at Cattail Cafe, Diamonds All-Star Grille, the Market House Eatery,聽 or French Creek Coffee & Tea Co. Visit the historic Market House at 910 Market Street, open from 9 am to 3 pm. The Market House, fondly dubbed the 鈥淗eart of Meadville,鈥� is the destination of choice for local produce, eggs, meats, baked goods, local organic foods, and artisan crafts. Several downtown dining and beverage establishments await your exploration throughout the weekend.
will be at the from noon – 9 p.m., providing samples of their wines, ciders, sangrias, and wine slush. Food and music will also be provided and alumni and families are welcome to stop by.
Head to downtown Meadville for the inaugural from 3 – 8 p.m. There will be multiple stages across several downtown locations, including The Market House, Hatch Hollow, and The ARC Greenspace, with all-female musicians, comedians, speakers, vendors, and more. All proceeds will be going to support Women鈥檚 Services of Crawford County.
8 a.m. – Noon
Complimentary Morning Refreshments
Patricia Bush Tippie Alumni Center at Cochran Hall
Complimentary coffee, tea, and water are available throughout the morning.
8 a.m. – 9 p.m.
McKinley鈥檚 Food Court Open
Patricia Bush Tippie Alumni Center at Cochran Hall
Breakfast served from 8 – 11 a.m. ($8.50 per person). Lunch served from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. ($13 per person). Dinner served from 5 – 8 p.m. ($15 per person). Purchase at the door; no cash accepted.
9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Merriman Campus Store Open
Second Floor, Henderson Campus Center
Stop by for all of your Gator spirit needs or visit the mobile merchandise trailer in the Gator Quad from 4:30 – 7 p.m.!
9:30 a.m.
Allegheny Gators Cross Country Invitational – Ben Mourer 鈥�07 Memorial Classic
Robertson Athletic Complex
The Men鈥檚 8k race starts at 9:45 am and the Women鈥檚 6k race begins at 10:45 am. Awards to follow at noon.
10 a.m.
Life Long Learners: Travel. Learn. Connect.
CREATE Lab, Located at the top of the stairs in Lawrence Lee Pelletier Library
In the session moderated by Professor Ishita Sinha Roy, hear inspiring stories from fellow alumni who traveled to India in summer 2026 and discovered more than just an amazing destination. Hear what makes traveling with fellow Gators so meaningful, and get a sneak peek at exciting faculty-led alumni tours in 2027 and 2028. Learn how you can join upcoming online information sessions, explore tour offerings, and register for your own lifelong learning adventure.
10 a.m. – Noon
Open House at the Allegheny Lab for Innovation & Creativity (ALIC) at Bessemer
764 Bessemer St, Meadville, PA 16335, Suite 105
Get a firsthand look at 大象视频鈥檚 new branch campus and hear from Executive Director and Associate Professor of Art Byron Rich about how the space is equipping students and professionals with critical and technical skills, fostering industry collaborations through R&D, and driving regional economic growth. Thirty-minute guided tours begin at 10:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. Please park at the south entrance near the flags.
10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
David V. Wise Sport and Fitness Center Open
10 a.m.
Allegheny Gators Women鈥檚 Tennis vs. Washington & Jefferson Presidents
Tennis Courts at Robertson, Robertson Athletic Complex
11 a.m.
Baseball Alumni Game
Robertson Softball Field, Robertson Athletic Complex
11 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.
Alpha Chi Omega Alumnae Blue & Gold Bagel Brunch
Alpha Chi Omega Suite, Brooks Hall
Alpha Chi Omega alumnae are invited to join current sisters in our newly renovated suite for a bagel brunch. Please feel free to bring family and friends!
Noon – Midnight
Game Room Open
Second Floor, Henderson Campus Center
Enjoy games or visit The Craft Corner to make a Gator craft.
Noon
Allegheny Gators Women鈥檚 Field Hockey vs Transylvania Pioneers
Robertson Blue Turf
12:30 p.m.
Ben Mourer 鈥�07 Memorial Social Gathering
Robertson Complex Picnic Shelter
Current athletes, parents, alumni and community members are welcome.
1 p.m.
Allegheny Gators Women鈥檚 Volleyball Game vs Houghton Highlanders
James H. Mullen, Jr. Performance Arena, David V. Wise Sport and Fitness Center
1 – 3 p.m.
Saturday Shenanigans
Caflisch Lawn
GAP presents Saturday Shenanigans, which features fun and wacky pastimes like: Adrenaline Rush inflatable obstacle course, a multisport inflatable station, and tie-dye.
2 – 2:45 p.m.
Playshop Theatre: Revel/Reveal
Gladys Mullenix Black Theatre, First Floor, Vukovich Center for Communication Arts
Under the creative leadership of Susaan Jamshidi 鈥�01, Allegheny students perform a devised piece that celebrates the transformations that come about at this time in their lives.
3 p.m.
Allegheny Gators Softball Alumni Game & Tailgate
Robertson Softball Field, Robertson Athletic Complex
3 – 10 p.m.
Continuous Shuttle from Campus to Robertson Athletic Complex
Pick-up at Highland Ave., outside Henderson Campus Center for the shuttle to Robertson Athletic Complex
A continuous shuttle will be provided to the Robertson Athletic Complex and back to campus.
3:15 p.m.
Faculty & Alumni Vocal Recital
First Floor, Ford Memorial Chapel
This Music Department program features sopranos Carol Bowler Niblock 鈥�02 and Vicki Jamison.
3:30 – 4:45 p.m.
Parent & Family Reception featuring an Academic Open House and Resource Fair
Sponsored by the Parent & Family Council
Robertson Athletic Complex
Join us for a special reception where you can connect with fellow Allegheny parents and family members, meet representatives from the Parent & Family Council, and enjoy refreshments and conversation. While you’re there, explore the Academic Open House and Resource Fair鈥攁n opportunity to chat with Allegheny faculty about academic programs and interdisciplinary work, and meet staff from offices such as the Maytum Center for Student Success to learn more about academic advising and support services.聽
5 – 7 p.m.
TailGator Dinner and Spirit Zone
Robertson Athletic Complex
A Gator celebration for the entire Allegheny community! Food, Gator swag, music, and fun! Dinner and admission to the game are free.
7 p.m.
Allegheny Gators Football vs Waynesburg Yellow Jackets
Frank B. Fuhrer Field, Robertson Athletic Complex
7 p.m. – End of Game
VIP Tent
Robertson Athletic Complex
By invitation only.
9 p.m.
Sips & Giggles
Henderson Campus Center Lobby
Join us for mocktails provided by Parkhurst and a performance by Derrick Knopsnyder, a high-energy, quick-witted comedian, in the Campus Center Lobby.
8 a.m. – 9 p.m.
McKinley鈥檚 Food Court Open
Patricia Bush Tippie Alumni Center at Cochran Hall
Breakfast served from 8 – 11 a.m. ($8.50 per person). Lunch served from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. ($13 per person). Dinner served from 5 – 8 p.m. ($15 per person). Purchase at the door; no cash accepted.
10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Merriman Campus Store Open
Second Floor, Henderson Campus Center
Stop by for all of your Gator spirit needs!
10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Tri Deltas All You Can Eat Pancake Breakfast
Schultz Banquet Hall (formerly South Hall)
Tri Delta鈥檚 annual fundraising event for St. Jude Children鈥檚 Research Hospital is back! For $5, you can get all-you-can-eat chocolate chip, plain, gluten-free, or berry pancakes along with water and lemonade!
10 – 11 p.m.
David V. Wise Sport and Fitness Center Open
11 a.m.
Men鈥檚 and Women鈥檚 Golf Annual Guy and Jeanne Kuhn Invitational
The Country Club of Meadville聽
Noon
Allegheny Gators Women鈥檚 Field Hockey vs Wittenberg Tigers
Robertson Blue Turf
Noon – 1 p.m.
Ford Chapel Mass
First Floor, Ford Chapel
Mass will be held by the Newman Catholic Campus Ministry.
Noon – Midnight
Game Room Open
Second Floor, Henderson Campus Center
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Parking is available in any campus lot during Blue & Gold Weekend. A map of campus parking lots can be found at the link below.