It’s time to celebrate!
We’re thrilled to welcome you to campus for your delayed 25th Reunion celebration, taking place over Harvard–Yale weekend from Friday, November 18, to Sunday, November 20, 2022
Online registration is now closed. Walk-in registration is available at Reunion headquarters. If you registered for some events and would like to add to your order, please do so at the event registration—credit card payment is preferred.
Registration Headquarters Location and Hours:
124 Mt. Auburn Street, Cambridge.
Friday, November 18: 2:00-7:00 p.m.
Saturday, November 19: 9:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m.
Sunday, November 20: 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
As a reminder, ticket sales for the Harvard-Yale football game are controlled by Harvard Athletics and are separate from reunion registration. As expected, ticket availability is very limited and The Game will sell out. Please visit tickets.gocrimson.com or call the Harvard Athletics Ticket Office at 617-495-2211 for more information.
Please review the FAQs below for more information.
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Schedule
Friday, November 18
2:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m.
Check-in at Headquarters at 124 Mt. Auburn St., Cambridge
Officially check-in to pick up your reunion name tag, information, and favors. Name tags allow entry to all events.
4:00 p.m.–5:15 p.m.
Student-led Campus Tours
Get a current student's perspective on campus today. Meet at the Harvard Shop at the Harvard Square T Station.
Tour information can be found here.
5:30 p.m.
Shabbat at Harvard Hillel, 52 Mt. Auburn St., Cambridge
Join Harvard Hillel for a traditional Jewish sabbath dinner. RSVP requested.
6:00 p.m.–12:00 a.m.
Children's Evening Program at Hemenway Gymnasium, 1515 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge
Our evening childcare program will feature many fun and exciting activities such as magicians, a bounce house, a comedy show, an interactive trivia game and arts and crafts. Children will be split into groups by age.
7:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m.
Welcome Reception at Murr Tennis Center, Harvard Athletics, access courts from 65 N Harvard Street, Boston
You can go directly to the Murr Tennis Center, but please note, you will be given a temporary nametag for the evening. Nametags and reunion favors are only available at headquarters.
Join us for a buffet dinner and open bar. 'Business casual Friday' attire.
Saturday, November 19
8:45 a.m.–7:00 p.m.
Check-in at Headquarters at 124 Mt. Auburn St., Cambridge
Officially check-in to pick up your reunion name tag, information, and favors. Name tags allow entry to all events.
8:00 a.m.
Informal Family Fun Run
For anyone interested, meet at the John Harvard statue for self-guided run.
9:15 a.m.
Classes of 1996 and 1995 Procession to the Tailgate, Meet at JFK Park
Game Day! Show your 1996 spirit as our Chief Marshal Anurima Bhargava leads our class to the tailgate. The procession includes the class of 1995, led by Chief Marshal, Koma Gandy Fischbein, a bagpiper, and a police escort will lead us to the tailgate. Festive Harvard attire encouraged.
10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
1996 Harvard-Yale Tailgate at Ohiri Field, 93 North Harvard Street, Boston
Following along for additional information and game day updates
*Not planning to attend The Game? No problem, you DO NOT need football game tickets to attend this event. We will be in our own 1996 tent with dedicated food and open bar.
12:00 p.m.
The Game: Harvard v. Yale at Harvard Stadium
*Please note: Ticket Sales for the Harvard-Yale football game are controlled by Harvard Athletics and are separate from reunion registration. Please visit tickets.gocrimson.com or call 617-495-2211 for more information. Ticket availability is very limited and The Game will set out.
12:00 p.m.
Shabbat at Harvard Hillel, 52 Mt. Auburn St., Cambridge
Join Harvard Hillel for a traditional Jewish Shabbat lunch. RSVP requested.
4:00 p.m.–5:15 p.m.
Campus Tours, Museum Visits, and Self-organized Affinity Group Meet-ups
Get a current student's perspective on campus today. Meet at the Harvard Shop at the Harvard Square T Station.
Tour information can be found here.
Visit Harvard Museums, your reunion nametag allows free entry.
More on Harvard Art Museum and Harvard Museum of Natural History.
4:00 p.m.–5:15 p.m.
Conversation with current PBHA students in the Parlor Room, 18 Harvard Yard, Cambridge
Join us at PBHA for some light refreshments, reflection and conversation with current PBHA students.
6:00 p.m.–12:00 a.m.
Children's Evening Program at Hemenway Gymnasium, 1515 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge
Our evening childcare program will feature many fun and exciting activities such as magicians, a bounce house, a comedy show, an interactive trivia game and arts and crafts. Children will be split into groups by age.
7:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m.
Class Celebration at Gordon Indoor Track, Harvard Athletics, Access track from Center via the adjacent parking lot (map).
'Out on the town' attire and dancing shoes.
Featuring a toast to the Great Class of 1996 and DJ.
This evening includes dinner and open bar. This event is for adults only.
Sunday, November 20
9:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Check-in at Headquarters at 124 Mt. Auburn St., Cambridge
Last chance to check-in to pick up your reunion name tag, information, and favors.
9:30 a.m.
Memorial Service at Sanders Theatre at 45 Quincy St., Cambridge
10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Farewell Brunch at the Northwest Building, 52 Oxford St., Cambridge
Frequently Asked Questions
Please see these frequently asked questions for more information. Additional questions can be directed to the College Alumni Programs Office at class_celebrations_haa@harvard.edu.
How much does our reunion cost?
There will be two options to choose from: Full Package, which includes all events and meals, and A La Carte. The cost for the Full Package is less than selecting all of the individual activities. Please note that Saturday pricing does not include tickets to The Game.
There are funds set aside to offset the cost of attendance for those who request it. Financial assistance is available by calling the Harvard Alumni Association during regular business hours M-F, 9-5 pm; the number is 617-496-7001. All requests will remain confidential.
Full Package: $450
A La Carte Items:
Friday Evening:$160
Saturday Day: Includes Class Tailgate:$95
Saturday Evening: Includes Class Celebrations:$160
Sunday Day: Includes Brunch:$75
Those who wish to take part in the Memorial Program do not need to register or pay to attend.
There is a required registration fee of $20 that helps to defray the fixed costs of Reunion. This will be automatically added to your package. Fees are per person.
Will there be vaccination requirements for attendees?
All visitors to campus, including alumni, should be aware of the University policies in place at the time of their visit. Current COVID guidance and safety practices are available at harvard.edu/coronavirus/campus-access/for-visitors/.
Will the number of guests I can bring be restricted due to COVID?
Currently, there is no limit and one is not expected. You are welcome to bring guests with you, provided that your guests abide by the Harvard COVID safety protocols referenced above.
Are children welcome and will childcare be available?
Your children are welcome to attend the daytime events, but the Friday and Saturday night parties are for adults only. Supervised, group childcare at an on-campus location will be available for children over the age of four on Friday and Saturday evenings from 6:00 p.m. until midnight, at an additional cost. Please note that vaccination rules for children, including in the childcare setting, will be the same as any visitor to Harvard. Current policies are subject to change and can be reviewed at harvard.edu.
How much does childcare cost?
Please note, childcare is only provided to potty-trained children aged 3 and older.
On Friday and Saturday evening, care will be provided from 6 p.m. until 12 a.m. for $130 each night. Dinner provided.
No childcare will be provided on Saturday day or Sunday. Parents/Guardians are responsible for the supervision of their children during this time.
What hotel blocks will be available and can I book my hotel now?
Hotel blocks have been arranged and booking is available now:
Sheraton Commander under Harvard Classes of 1995 and 1996
16 Garden Street, Cambridge, MA 02138
$199 per night
DoubleTree under Harvard Classes of 1995 and 1996
400 Soldiers Field Road, Boston, MA 02134
$179 per night
Cambria Hotel Boston Somerville under Harvard Classes of 1995 and 1996
515 Somerville Avenue, Somerville, MA, 02143
$199 per night
Courtyard Boston Cambridge under Harvard Classes of 1995 and 1996
777 Memorial Drive, Cambridge, MA 02139
$139 per night
If I miss the delayed 25th Reunion celebration this fall, when’s our next Harvard Reunion?
You’re halfway there! Our 30th Reunion is expected to take place on campus in the spring of 2025. One enduring change from the pandemic is that spring Reunions and the Afternoon Exercises no longer occur around Commencement Day. Beginning in 2022, these are now scheduled several days later, on and around the newly-minted Alumni Day!
Will there be parking available?
There will be free parking available for all reunion attendees at 52 Oxford Street, Cambridge, MA and evenings only at Spangler Lot across from Athletics.
Will there be transportation?
While you’re here please feel free to utilize Harvard’s Shuttle Services, which is free for all reunion attendees with proof of nametag.
Can I still get tickets to the Game?
While the Class of 1996 ticket block is sold out, you can still purchase tickets to The Game. Availability is limited and The Game is expected to sell out. For questions about tickets or to purchase over the phone, contact the Harvard Athletics Ticket Office at 617-495-2211.
Where can I find information about religious services while I’m on campus?
If you are interested in attending religious services while on campus, you can find information about local faith and non-religious communities on the Harvard Divinity School and Harvard Chaplains websites.
St. Paul's Parish (Corner of Bow and Arrow Streets)
Saturday Vigil: 5:00 p.m.
Sunday Mass: 7:30 a.m., 9:30 a.m., 11:00 a.m.
For more information visit stpaulsharvardsquare.org or HarvardCatholic.org.
Are there Uber and Ride Share drop-off and pick up locations?
Yes, please utilize the following locations for drop-off and pick up:
Ride share drop-off pregame – Academic Way/South Campus Drive
Ride share pick up postgame – 114 Western Ave