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Upcoming Events

Bulldogs don't always stay in Des Moines! The Office of Alumni Relations hosts events all over the country to bring the Drake experience to you! Browse our list of events to find one in your area!

Upcoming Events By Date

April 15, 2025
Drake Me Out - St. Louis Blues
Join us for Drake night at the St. Louis Blues final home game of season against the Utah Hockey Club. Attendees are encouraged to sport your Drake gear. Be sure to bring along friends and family and cheer on the Blues with other St. Louis Drake alumni and friends.

April 24-27, 2025
Black Alumni Reunion Weekend
Join us for the 2025 Black Alumni Reunion, April 24-27. Come back to the yard where it all started for a weekend of curated events hosted during the Drake Relays. Reconnect with old classmates and meet some new friends, help us grow our legacy on this great campus while making even more memories. This year we have so many fun events planned, such as the History Exhibit and Cocktail Reception, Block Party, Community Service Project, Fellowship Brunch and much more!

April 25-26, 2025
50-Year Reunion - Class of 1975
Join the Drake community and your fellow classmates for the 50 Year Reunion on April 25-26, 2025. It’s a weekend of reconnecting with classmates, celebrating Drake, recalling college days, and making new memories. You'll rediscover Drake and strengthen your connections to the Drake community as you attend a host of events, including the 50-Year Club Induction Luncheon, the All-Alumni Tent Party, the 50-Year Club Reception, and more. To top it all off: the reunion takes place during Relays, so you know the Drake spirit will be all around.

Thursday, April 24, 2025
Alumni Awards Ceremony
Drake University and the National Alumni Board of Directors are proud to honor exceptional graduates each year during the Drake Relays at the Alumni Awards Ceremony. The ceremony is open to the community.

Let's DU Drinks at the Blue Oval
Join fellow alumni and friends for Let’s DU Drinks at the Blue Oval. Start your Drake Relays weekend with us at the Drake Alumni tent on Thursday night!

April 24-27, 2025
Black Alumni Reunion
Join us for the 2025 Black Alumni Reunion during the Drake Relays, featuring curated events like a History Exhibit, Block Party, and Fellowship Brunch. Reconnect with classmates, make new memories, and help grow our legacy on this great campus!

April 25-26, 2025
50 Year Reunion
Join the Drake community and your fellow classmates for the 50 Year Reunion. It’s a weekend of reconnecting with classmates, celebrating Drake, recalling college days, and making new memories.

Friday, April 25, 2025
All-Alumni Painted Street Party - Painted Street & Jewett Hall
Gather with ALL Alumni Bulldogs and meet old friends, make new connections, and celebrate together.

School of Education Alumni Gathering
Please join us for a School of Education alumni gathering during the All-Alumni Tent Party during Relays! Register below to receive a complimentary drink ticket and connect with Dean Ryan Wise, School of Education Faculty, and fellow alumni.

CPHS Alumni & Friends Gathering
Please join us for a CPHS alumni gathering during the All-Alumni Painted Street Party at Relays! Register below to receive a complimentary drink ticket and connect with Dean Erik Maki, CPHS Faculty, and fellow alumni.

JDBC Alumni Gathering
Please join us for a John Dee Bright College alumni gathering at the All-Alumni Painted Street Party during Relays! Connect with Dean Craig Owens, JDBC Faculty, and fellow alumni.

Saturday, April 26, 2025
Fleet Feet Alumni Social Run/Walk
Join Feet Fleet Des Moines, owned Andy Roat JO’83, for their Saturday Social Run/Walk to keep the excitement going during Drake Relays.

LGBTQ+ Alumni Mixer
In between all of the festivities, come to the Turner Jazz Center and relax at our casual LGBTQ+ Alumni Mixer hosted by the LGBTQ+ Alumni Association.

Campus Tour
No matter when you graduated, join us on this tour of Drake’s campus to hear how campus has transformed since you were a student, including learning about campus renovations, community growth, and upcoming projects.

SJMC Relays Party
Please join us for our annual SJMC party during Drake Relays 2025! Register below to receive a complimentary drink ticket and celebrate with the SJMC family.

Latinx Alumni Mixer
Join fellow Latinx alumni for our first gathering of the recently established Latinx Alumni Association. Whether you’re looking to reconnect with old friends, expand your network, or simply celebrate Drake's vibrant Latinx community, this is the place to be. Enjoy great conversations, delicious bites, and the electrifying energy of Relays weekend!