Homecoming Events

Whether you're a recent graduate or seasoned alumni, Homecoming is your chance to reconnect with old friends, reminisce about your student days, and create new memories that will last a lifetime. 

Registration is now open! Get ready to immerse yourself in a whirlwind of nostalgia, excitement, and unforgettable moments as we come together to celebrate the legacy of our university. 

From spirited class reunions to exclusive faculty events, there's something for everyone to enjoy. Mark your calendars for the weekend of October 18 to 20, 2024. Join us for a Homecoming experience like no other as we celebrate the past, present, and future of our alma mater.

Schedule of Events

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Thursday, Oct. 17

Friday, Oct. 18

Friday Welcome and Check-in

Grant Hall
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Start your Homecoming weekend with a visit to Grant Hall for our annual Welcome & Check-in. You can check-in, find information about activities happening over the weekend, pick up your commemorative name tag button, grab a program guide, souvenirs, reunion pins, and much more.

Sc'54 Get Together

Portsmouth Tavern
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Join Sc'54 classmates for an evening of fun and reconnection for a relaxed and enjoyable time catching up with old friends.

Artsci'79 Get Together

Delta Hotels Kingston Waterfront
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Join us for an exhilarating evening of reconnection and camaraderie. Gather with your fellow Artsci'79 alumni for a lively evening filled with memories, laughter, and meaningful conversations.

Sc'59 65th Reunion Dinner

Donald Gordon Centre
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Celebrate the 65th anniversary of receiving our iron rings. Join fellow alumni for an evening filled with nostalgia, camaraderie, and celebration.

Sc'79 Banquet

Donald Gordon Centre
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Join us for a spectacular evening of celebration and reconnection. Gather with fellow graduates for exquisite dining, joyous reunions, and delightful surprises.

Artsci'74 Evening Get Together

To Be Decided
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Join us for an evening of laughter, shared memories, and catching up with old friends. This evening promises to be a delightful occasion filled with nostalgia and camaraderie. Stay tuned for more details on the downtown location where we'll gather to celebrate our time together as members of Artsci'74. Get ready to make new memories and relive our student days!

The Mata Hari Songbook Concert and CD Release

Isabel Bader Centre for Performing Arts
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Join the for a Homecoming reception, concert, and CD release as Soprano, Patricia O’Callaghan, sings selections from the one-woman show, One Last Night with Mata Hari, joined by the show’s creators, pianist/composer, John Burge, and narrator/lyricist, Craig Walker.

Artsci/PHE'84 Concert

BLU Martini
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Start the homecoming weekend with a special performance by our very own Alison Pester, accompanied by Chris Jackson. Join us for an evening of fantastic music, delicious food, and great company.

Sc'74 Get Together

Delta Hotels Kingston Waterfront
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Join us for an unforgettable evening of reunion and celebration. Gather with fellow graduates for an evening filled with camaraderie, memories, and spectacular harbour views.

MBA'79 Reunion Launch Dinner

The Keg
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Join your MBA'79 classmates for a casual and friendly evening filled with laughter and remembering our student days over delicious food. This is the perfect opportunity to reconnect with classmates you may not have seen since our last reunion or even since our time as students.

Sc'99 Social

The Grizzly Grill
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Join us for an exhilarating evening of reconnection and celebration. Gather with classmates at the lively Grizzly Grill for a night of fun, laughter, and nostalgia.

Saturday, Oct. 19

Saturday Welcome and Check-in

Grant Hall
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Start your Homecoming weekend with a visit to Grant Hall for our annual Welcome and Check-in. You can check-in, find information about activities happening over the weekend, pick up your commemorative name tag button, grab a program guide, souvenirs, reunion pins, and much more.

Law Breakfast with Dean Flood

Law Building
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Enjoy a delicious buffet-style breakfast in the stunning William R. Lederman Law Library as you reconnect with former classmates, network with esteemed faculty, and enjoy an inspiring keynote address from Dean Colleen Flood.

Biology Department: Biosciences Complex Tours

Biosciences Complex
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Tour the Biosciences Complex for a showcase of the exciting work being done in Biology. See sophisticated equipment, high-tech laboratories, and the latest in teaching and learning. Explore the 150 plant species at the Phytotron Facility.

Spirit Corner

Grant Hall
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Celebrate your tricolour spirit with the QSAA while face-painting, sign making, and a creating a communal banner which will be walked during the Alumni Parade.

Chemical Engineering Open House

Dupuis Hall
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Join the Department of Chemical Engineering for an open house of Dupuis Hall. This all-ages event is an opportunity to learn what's new with the department and the university, reconnect with former classmates, and meet current students.

Civil Engineering Open House

Ellis Hall
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Join the Department of Civil Engineering for an open house at Ellis Hall. This all-ages event is an opportunity to learn what's new with the department and the university, reconnect with former classmates, and meet current students.

Electrical and Computer Engineering Open House

Walter Light Hall
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Join the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering for an open house in Walter Light Hall. This all-ages event is an opportunity to learn what's new with the department and the university, reconnect with former classmates, and meet current students.

Graduate Students and Alumni - Meet, Walk, and Watch Party

Agnes Benidickson Field
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Get ready to reconnect and celebrate at the Fall Harvest Alumni Gathering on Agnes Benidickson Field and enjoy some light refreshments. Meet current students and fellow alumni before marching with the spirited Q Move Crew in the Alumni Parade to Richardson Stadium. Cheer on the Queen's Gaels as they take on the Waterloo Warriors during the football game. 

Homecoming Football Game

Richardson Stadium
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Get ready to ignite the spirit of Homecoming weekend with a burst of tricolour pride! Join your fellow alumni as we rally behind the Gaels for an electrifying display of team spirit!

Tricolour Guard Halftime Parade

Richardson Stadium
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Get ready to witness a spectacular celebration of Queen's legacy and tradition during the halftime parade at the Homecoming football game! Join us as we pay homage to the esteemed Tricolour Guard, a distinguished group of alumni whose contributions to Queen's span decades.

Tricolour Guard Reception & Dinner

Ban Righ Hall
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Enjoy a cocktail reception at Grant Hall followed by dinner at Ban Righ to connect with fellow Tricolour Guard members, mix and mingle, and learn about what's new with the university.  The evening is a chance to share stories and memories, and to celebrate relationships that have lasted for over half a century.

PHE'84 Cocktails & Dinner

BLU Martini
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Join your fellow PHE'84 classmates for an unforgettable evening . Gather for a night of reminiscing about our school days and catching up on what we've been doing since graduation.

Law'94 Dinner

Pan Chancho Bakery & Cafe
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Law'94 alumni start your reunion evening with delicious appetizers  while mingling with old friends. Relax, unwind, and catch up before the main event.

Meds'79 Class Dinner

University Club
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Join us for dinner as we celebrate the 45th Reunion of Meds'79! It will be a night filled with shared laughter, stories, and rekindling friendships. Cocktail hour begins at 6 pm (cash bar), providing the perfect opportunity to mingle, catch up, and reminisce about our days in medical school. 

Rehab'84 Dinner

The Grizzly Grill
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Get ready for a night of joy, laughter, and reconnection. Join fellow Rehab'84 classmates for an evening filled with delightful food, fond memories, and wonderful company.

MBA'79 Class Dinner

The River Mill
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Our gathering promises an exquisite dining experience with a specially curated set menu, thoughtfully designed to cater to diverse dietary preferences including vegetarian and vegan options. 

BNSc'89 Dinner

Frontenac Club
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Get ready for an evening of delightful connections and warm memories. Gather with fellow nursing classmates for a night of reminiscing, reconnecting, and relishing the shared experiences that made our time at Queen's and Kingston so special.

Sunday, Oct. 20

Com'64 Sunday Morning Brunch

Private residence
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Join us for a delightful and refreshing brunch hosted by Beth and Gregor Caldwell at their home on Wolfe Island. This event promises a perfect blend of relaxation, nostalgia, and reconnection for all Com'64 alumni and their partners.