Spirit Weekend brings together our entire Panther family—past, present, and future. Students, alumni, faculty, staff, parents, families and friends are all invited to celebrate what makes Adelphi so special.
You’re Invited! Come Celebrate Spirit Weekend, October 3-5, 2025
Join Adelphi for our ninth annual celebration of Panther pride. With something for everyone—from family-friendly carnival games to reunions, home games, and performances—Spirit Weekend is the perfect time to come home to Adelphi …or get to know us better!
Calendar of Events
Some activities are designed for specific groups, while others are open to everyone. Whether you join us for a campus tour, a lively event, or a milestone reunion, there’s a place for you at Spirit Weekend.
Faculty, staff, and students will kick things off on Thursday, October 2. The celebration continues Friday, October 3 through Sunday, October 5—because together is a great place to be.
Campus Kickoff
12 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Nexus Plaza, Outside the Swirbul Library
Campus Community Welcome. Register In Advance
10 Under 10 Young Alumni Recognition Celebration
6:00pm – 9:00pm
Performing Arts Center, Black Box & Concert Hall
Invite only
Casino Night
7:00pm – 10:00pm
UC Ballroom
All are welcome. Registration is required. Tickets can be purchased ahead of time or at the door.
Campus Tour for Alumni
9:30am – 11:00am
Nexus Building, Admissions Office
Open to alumni
Baseball Alumni Game
10:00am
Bonomo Field
Open to all
All Alumni Brunch & Spirit Awards
10:30am – 12:30pm
University Center Ballroom
Open to all alumni
Campus Tour for Prospective Students
11:00am – 2:30pm
Nexus Building, Admissions Office
Open to all
Softball Alumni Game
11:00am
Ficke Field
Open to all
Campus Tour for Prospective Students
12:00pm – 1:30pm
Nexus Building, Admissions Office
Open to parents and families
Campus Tour for Alumni
12:00pm – 1:30pm
Nexus Building, Admissions Office
Open to alumni
Field Hockey Game and Alumni Tailgate
12:00pm
Motamed Field
Open to all. Tailgate limited to field hockey alumni
Swimming and Diving Alumni Event
1:00pm
Pool
Open to all
Post Hall Parking Lot
Open to all
Oktoberfest at Adelphi
1:00pm – 5:00pm
Post Hall Parking Lot
Open to all. Registration is required. Tickets can be purchased ahead of time or at the door.
Honors College 30th Anniversary
1:00pm – 2:00pm
Honors College Lounge, Earle Hall
Invite only
Bridges to Adelphi: Students, Parents, Family & Alumni Reception
1:30pm – 2:30pm
Campbell Lounges, Center for Recreation & Sports
Invite only
In the Classroom: WBAU: A Celebration of our Legacy and Impact
1:30pm – 2:30pm
Performing Arts Center
Open to all
Class of 1975 50th Reunion Dinner
5:00pm – 7:00pm
University Center Rooms 113-115
Invite only
Back to the Ratt
6:00pm – 8:00pm
University Center Ballrooms 202 & 203
Open to all, 21+
Panthers for a Cause 5K, 1K, Kids Fun Run
9:00am – 11:00am
Adelphi Campus
Open to all
Alumni Benefit: Mamma Mia! on Broadway
1:00pm
Winter Garden Theatre, NYC
Open to all
Class of 1975
We can’t wait to celebrate your 50th Reunion! Please email Megan Stewart, director of alumni relations, at mstewart@adelphi.edu if you would like to join the planning committee.
Staying the Weekend?
Visiting from out of town? View local hotels here.
