Wagner Weekend

Wagner Weekend 2026

Friday, October 16 to Saturday, October 17

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Join us October 16-17, 2026 for Wagner Weekend, a weekend in celebration of Wagner’s history and future, providing a space for alumni, present students, and their families, to reconnect with campus – and each other.

Friday, October 16 begins with a Milestone Class Welcome Toast and Cocktail Party, offering alumni a chance to eat, drink, dance and mingle before the evening’s festivities. The Wagner Homecoming Kickoff Concert on the Oval officially opens the Homecoming festivities with food, music, and fun! The entertainment lineup features music from Wagner’s own radio station, WCBG, opening act YKNiece, and an exciting headliner to be announced soon! ALL ARE WELCOME! Admission is free for students.

Saturday, October 17 offers a full day of Homecoming activities across campus with opportunities for alumni, students, families, and friends to gather and explore campus. The morning begins with Breakfast with the President and the Athletics Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony. Academic departments including the Theatre Department, the Nicolais School of Business, and the Nursing and Physician Assistant programs will host open houses. Additional campus attractions include the bookstore, Horrmann Library, Holocaust Center, Kairos House, and Planetarium presentations throughout the afternoon. Celebrate community tailgate style at the Wagner Weekend Festival on the Oval featuring a Chartwells BBQ, local food & drink trucks, ice cream, music, games, and designated milestone/decade gathering areas. Students enjoy free admission. The weekend will conclude with the Homecoming football game as the Wagner Seahawks take on the LIU Sharks at Hameline Field.

Staying at the Hilton Garden Inn or Hampton Inn & Suites? If you are interested in taking one of Wagner College’s shuttles, fill out our form here.

Wagner Weekend gives all Seahawks the chance to relive old memories and make new ones. Check out our links below for the full schedule of events, accommodations, parking, and our FAQ page.

Purchase your tailgating space and football game tickets here.

For any external requests made for events to be held during this weekend, please view the Wagner College Alumni Association Event Policy here.