Niagara University Alumni Weekend 2026

6 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Kick-Off Party in the Village
The Griffon Inn and Gastropub Brewery, Lewiston
Before the weekend festivities begin, connect with your classmates in the Village of Lewiston. Ticket includes an appetizer buffet and two drink tokens. The restaurant is located at 115 S. Water St., Lewiston, N.Y. 14092. *Registration required • $55/per person

11:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.
BBQ Lunch
Gallagher Center, Front Lawn
Grab a bite and enjoy your first moments back on the ridge. Cost on your own.

1 p.m.
Castellani Art Museum Guided Tour
Enjoy more than 5,000 pieces of mainly modern and contemporary art serving the diverse racial, ethnic, and religious communities of the Niagara region. *Registration required • Free

5:30 p.m.
Golden Eagle Celebration
Russell J. Salvatore Dining Commons
Celebrate 50 golden years! A special anniversary dinner will be held for the Class of 1976, in which Purple Eagles will receive the university’s official Golden Eagle alumni pin from President, Rev. James J. Maher, C.M. *All other class years will attend the Welcome Back Bash. *Registration required • $80/per person • Dress code is business casual

6 p.m.
Class Reunions – Welcome Back Bash
Gallagher Center Parking Lot
Let’s Party! Catch up with your classmates and relive your favorite Niagara memories on the Ridge. Represent your class year loud and proud! Enjoy BBQ favorites while catching up with friends.

A special highlight to all Y2K Graduates! — Including all Class of 2001 (25th Anniversary) Purple Eagles. Don’t miss it! *Registration required • $30/per person

9:30 p.m.
Throwback to Third Street – Bar Crawl
The Archives Pub, Niagara Falls
Cheers! Grab your drinking buddies and stop by The Archives Pub (formerly
Tap Room) in Niagara Falls. Enjoy drinks and a few laughs with your
fellow Niagara grads at this newly alumni owned business. The pub is located at 439 3rd St, Niagara Falls, NY 14301. Cost on your own.

8 a.m. – Noon
Tim Hortons Coffee and Bakeshop
Gallagher Center, Lower Level
Cost on your own.

10:30 a.m.
Honoring our Veterans
Multipurpose Room, Gallagher Center
Join us as we commemorate all veteran alumni who served our country. This special service will also include updates and a tour of our Veterans Lounge, highlighting how Niagara University continues to support those who have served. *Registration required • Free

11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Alumni Wine Tour
Gallagher Center Parking Lot – Pickup location
Hop on the limo bus and enjoy 4 unique stops along Niagara’s Wine Trail. Sip your way through the vineyards on this 5-hour tour. Beverages and lunch are not included. *Registration required • Space is limited • $60/per person

11:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Alumni Luau
Gallagher Center Parking Lot
Aloha! It’s tiki time under the sun with all the tasty luau food staples. Enjoy lawn games and live music while reconnecting with your fellow alumni. *Registration required • $30/per person

Noon – 1:30 p.m.
Athletic Meet and Greet
Gallagher Center, Upper Level
Go Purple Eagles! Meet some of our Division I Athletic Coaches while exploring Gallagher Center and Dwyer Arena. *Registration required • Free

Noon, 1 p.m., and 2 p.m.
Campus Tours
Meet by the front doors of the Gallagher Center. Explore Monteagle Ridge with our Niagara University student tour guides. *Registration required • Free

1 p.m.
Castellani Art Museum Guided Tour 
Enjoy more than 5,000 pieces of mainly modern and contemporary art serving the diverse racial, ethnic, and religious communities of the Niagara region. *Registration required • Free

2 p.m.
College of Nursing Alumni Happy Hour 
Russell J. Salvatore Dining Commons Reunite with your fellow College of Nursing alumni and receive updates from dean of the college, Dr. Christine Verni. *Registration required • Free

2 p.m.
College of Hospitality, Sport, and Tourism Management Happy Hour
Statler House, Varsity Village
Reunite with your fellow CoHST alumni and receive college updates. *Registration required • Free

6:30 p.m. – 11 p.m.
Niagara at Night
Doubletree by Hilton Hotel, Niagara Falls
Enjoy a night of drinks, dinner, dancing, fireworks and more!
*Registration required • $95/per person • Dress code is business casual

Hotel Accommodations

If you would like to book your stay ahead of time, a room block at the Doubletree by Hilton in Niagara Falls has been reserved. Call (716) 524-3333 prompt #1 to make your reservation. The code is NUA. You can also book online.

11 a.m.
Alumni Memorial Mass
Alumni Chapel
Join us as we recognize, remember, and celebrate the lives of all our alumni, family, and friends who have passed away this past year and beyond. *Registration required • Free

12 p.m.
Purple Eagle Vow Renewal 
Alumni Chapel
The special ceremony will take place directly after the Alumni Memorial Mass. Let’s celebrate a love and legacy rooted at Niagara University.
*Registration required • Free

If you would like to book your stay ahead of time, a room block at the Doubletree by Hilton in Niagara Falls has been reserved. Call (716) 524-3333 prompt #1 to make your reservation. The code is NUA. You can also book online.