Alumni Weekend
Mark your calendars for the University of North Georgia's Alumni Weekend! The UNG Alumni Association will host its popular event April 17-19, 2026.
Wanting to book a place to stay in advance? https://www.dahlonega.org/places-to-stay/
ALUMNI WEEKEND 2026 SCHEDULE
* Schedule is subject to change – Check back for updates
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6:15 AM | Courageous Challenge - Stop Suicide USA
Nighthawks Ridge Recreation Field (Radar Ridge)
65 Haney Rd, Dahlonega, GA 30533
Recreation Center if inclement weather7:30 AM | 51st Annual UNG Alumni Weekend Scholarship Golf Tournament
Hosted by the North Georgia Athletic Fund
Achasta Golf Club, Dahlonega, GA5-5:30 PM | Class of 1976 Memorial Retreat Ceremony
5:30-8:30 PM | North Georgia Corps of Cadets Association (NGCCA) Pre-Tattoo Tailgate
Promenade, 131 Georgia Circle, Dahlonega, GA
Between the Drill Field and the Library/Technology Building
Refreshments will be provided.6-7:30 PM | Nighthawks Softball vs. Flagler
Haines & Carolyn Hill Stadium at Cottrell Park
201 Barrow Road, Dahlonega, GA
Promo code: UNGAlumni2026 for 50% off. Up to 4 tickets.
Purchase tickets6 - 9 PM | UNG Alumni Association Awards Banquet
Dining Hall Banquet Room-Veranda
345 West Main Street, Dahlonega, GA 30533
Limited number of tickets available. $50 per dues-paid Alumni Association members & per guest; $60 per person for others. Tickets will be available in late march.6-9 PM | Class of 1976 50th Reunion Casual Gathering & Buffet Dinner
Alumni House Patio
70 Alumni Drive, Dahlonega, GA9-10 PM | Corps of Cadets Tattoo Ceremony
Gen. Lipp Livsey Drill Field -
8-9 AM | Fallen Soldier 5K
Hosted by UNG Public Safety Academy (PSA)
Run, jog, or walk this 5K and honor alumni, Edgar Flores ‘16 & Chase Redner ‘19 who were killed in the line of duty working as police officers. The event raises funds to build a Fallen Officer Memorial at UNG.8:30-11:30 AM | UNG Alumni Association Board Meeting
Convocation Center
Limited seating available for dues-paid Alumni Association Members.
Register to meet via Zoom8:30 AM | Corps Advisory Council Meeting
Conference Room, Military Leadership Center
360 S. Chestatee Street, Dahlonega, GA10 AM | Young Alumni Board Meeting
Alumni House Conference Room
70 Alumni Drive, Dahlonega, GA9:30 - 10:30 AM | Alumni Tours - Residence Halls
Gaillard, Liberty, Lewis, Lewis Annex, and Donovan Halls11 AM - Noon | Corps of Cadets Military Awards Review
General William “Lipp” Livsey Drill Field
(Inclement weather; Convocation Center)
Reviewing Officer: Major General Richard D. Wilson, Adjutant General, GA National Guard. Click here for bio.
Cadet Alumni are invited to Pass in Review at the end of the ceremony.11:00 - 2:30 PM | Fabulous ‘50s/’60s Gathering
Honoring the graduation anniversaries of Classes 1956 & 1961
Alumni House Patio
70 Alumni Drive, Dahlonega, GA12:30 - 2:30 PM | UNG Alumni Association REUNITE
Promenade
131 Georgia Circle, Dahlonega, GA
Between the Drill Field and Library/Technology Building
Complimentary appetizers, cash bar, music, games, various booths12:30 - 2:30 PM | Class of 1976 50th Reunion Complimentary Lunch
Hosted by UNG President Mike Shannon
345 West Main Street, Dahlonega, GA1-2:30 PM | Nighthawks Softball vs. Flagler
Haines & Carolyn Hill Stadium at Cottrell Park
201 Barrow Road, Dahlonega, GA
Promo code: UNGAlumni2026 for 50% off. Up to 4 tickets.
Purchase tickets1-2:30 PM | Women’s Soccer Alumni Day Game - Players vs. Alumni
UNG Soccer Field at Cottrell Park
21 Barlow Road, Dahlonega, GA
Free admission2-3:30 PM | Department of Music Outdoor Band Concert
Library Technology Center Patio
117 Georgia Cir., Dahlonega, GA3-4 PM | Vickery House Concert & Photography Exhibit
Performing: The Four O’ Clocks
Exhibit: On Her Time, In Her View: The personal photography and craft of Dr. Alice V. Sampson-Cordle
Vickery House
24 Vickery Drive, Dahlonega, GA
(Across W. Main St. from Price Memorial)3-4 PM | Men’s Soccer Alumni Day Game - Players vs. Alumni
UNG Soccer Field at Cottrell Park
21 Barlow Road, Dahlonega, GA
Free admission3-3:30 PM | Mountain Order of Columbo Demonstration
Columbo Tower3:30-4 PM | Aggressor Platoon Demonstration
Promenade4 PM | Memorial Retreat
Memorial Hall
UNG alumni, students, and faculty who died during the past year will be honored6 - 9 PM | Class of 1976 50th Reunion Celebration
Dining Hall Banquet Room
345 West Main Street, Dahlonega6 - 9 PM | Class of 1986 40th Reunion
Alumni House Patio
70 Alumni Drive, Dahlonega, GA -
11 AM | Cadet Scholarship Luncheon - Invitation Only
Dining Hall Banquet Room
345 West Main Street, Dahlonega, GA
Register for events happening during Alumni Weekend
Bear on the Square Festival
Dahlonega’s Annual Bear on the Square Festival will be occurring at the same time as your reunion and Alumni Weekend. Visit local shops & booths while enjoying a variety of live bands throughout the weekend. Make sure to stop by and visit at our University tents scattered throughout Bear on the Square!

