Relays 2025 Alumni Events
Whether on the Blue Oval or on campus, Relays Week is where Bulldogs celebrate together. Mix road races, stadium action, and athletic feats with alumni tent parties, reunions, and on-campus events for the complete alumni Relays experience.
Browse Alumni and Community events going on during Relays Week 2025. Click here for Fraternity/Sorority alumni events.
Alumni Events
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.
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!
Fraternity/Sorority Alumni Events
Saturday, April 26, 2025
Chi Omega - Rho Beta Reunion
Time: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Location: West End Salvage Coffee + Wine Bar
Reconnect with your Drake Rho Beta sisters in this charming, casual space that's just minutes away from campus. Partners, guests, and children are welcome. No RSVP required! Questions? Please visit https://rhobetareunion.substack.com/ for updates.
Kappa Kappa Gamma Alumni Brunch
Time: 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Location: Kappa Kappa Gamma Chapter Facility I 1305 34th St Des Moines, IA
The active members of Kappa Kappa Gamma invite Gamma Theta alumni to join us for brunch, house tours and conversations. Help us celebrate Drake Relays and another great year at the Gamma Theta Chapter! Please enter through the front of the house. The event will be held in the kitchen.
TKE Alumni BBQ
Time: 11:00 AM - 1:30 PM
Location: TKE Chapter House I 1316 34th Street
We will be hosting our annual Alumni BBQ on Saturday the 26th from 11 AM - 1 PM. We have a brief chapter update and award our annual scholarships at a ceremony at 1:00. The BBQ will be catered by Smoky D’s BBQ. Families are welcome and if the weather is nice, we’ll have some yard games set up.