See Photos from Reunion 2025
It was ONE HILL of a party when the classes ending in 0s and 5s returned to campus after 10 years! Relive the fun with photos from the weekend.
Reunion Schedule
June 4-7, 2026
Reunion Weekend registration will open on April, 1 2026. Please note, events are still being finalized and will be updated throughout the spring. Housing information, and event pricing details (for meals and lodging) can be found at the bottom of this page.
Thursday, June 4 |
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| 9 a.m.- 7 p.m. | Reunion Check-In | Hogan Campus Center, Room 320 |
| 9 a.m. | Residence Halls Open | View On-Campus Housing Options and Hotel Options |
| 9 a.m.-5 p.m. | College Store Open | Hogan Campus Center, 1st Floor Stock up on your Holy Cross gear and get 20% off store-wide throughout the weekend! |
| 9 a.m.-5 p.m. | The Joanne Chouinard-Luth Recreation and Wellness Center Open Stop by "The Jo" and work out in one of our newer facilities! Showers are available, but please bring any personal items you may need. |
| TBA | Class of 1976 50th Reunion Golf Outing | Whitinsville Golf Club Registration will be sent via email |
| 12-3 p.m. | Class of 1976 Pickleball (Open Play) | The Joanne Chouinard-Luth Recreation and Wellness Center |
| 1-4 p.m. | Afternoon Retreat at the JCC | Thomas P. Joyce '59 Contemplative Center, West Boylston, MA Begin your Reunion Weekend in the peaceful beauty of the Joyce Contemplative Center. Associate Chaplain Emily Rauer Davis '99 will facilitate an afternoon of reflection focused on the themes of gratitude and hope. Bring a journal and settle in for some quiet contemplation before the festivities commence! Transportation is provided. The bus will depart Hogan Campus Center at 12:45 p.m. |
| 2 p.m. | Class of 1976 Worcester Art Museum Tour Join classmates on a docent-led tour of the Worcester Art Museum and its world-class collection. If you are taking transportation, the bus will depart from the Hogan Campus Center at 1:45 p.m. |
| 6-9 p.m. | Class of 1976 50th Reunion Welcome Dinner | Prior Performing Arts Center The Class of 1976 is invited to a reception-style dinner in the PAC as a casual kickoff to their 50th Reunion Weekend! |
| 6-9 p.m. | All-Alumni Welcome Dinner | Hogan Courtyard Tent Enjoy food stations from HC Dining in a casual setting, and catch up with classmates after checking in for the weekend! |
Friday, June 5 |
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| 7 a.m.-3 p.m. | The Joanne Chouinard-Luth Recreation and Wellness Center Open | The Jo Stop by "The Jo" and work out in one of our newest facilities! Showers are available, but please bring any personal items you may need. |
| 7:30-10:30 a.m. | Continental Breakfast Available | The Beehive, Prior Performing Arts Center |
| 8:30 a.m. | Class of 1976 50th Reunion Golf Outing | Blackstone National Golf Club, Sutton MA Registration will be sent via email |
| morning | Class of 1981 45th Reunion Golf Outing | Kettle Brook Golf Club, Paxton MA |
| 9 a.m.-10 p.m. | Reunion Check-In Open | Hogan Campus Center, Room 320 |
| 9 a.m.-5 p.m. | College Store Open | Hogan Campus Center, 1st Floor Stock up on your Holy Cross gear and get 20% off store-wide throughout the weekend! |
| 9 a.m. | Class of 1991 35th Golf Outing | Blackstone National Golf Club |
| 10 a.m.-Noon | Pickleball Open Play | The Joanne Chouinard-Luth Recreation and Wellness Center Grab a friend (or two!), come down to The Jo and show off your pickleball skills! |
| 10:15 a.m.-Noon | All-Alumni Trip to the Worcester Art Museum Join us on a guided tour of the Worcester Art Museum. Transportation to and from Holy Cross is available. The bus will depart from Hogan Campus Center at 10:15 a.m. |
| 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. | Class of 1976 Tour of Hanover Theatre and Polar Park Enjoy a special tour of two downtown venues that have helped sparked Worcester's redevelopment efforts. The Hanover Theater for the Performing Arts is a beautifully restored (in 2008) 2,300-seat, historic venue hosting Broadway tours and world-class concerts. Opened in 2021, Polar Park is the home of the Worcester Red Sox, a minor league baseball team competing at the Triple-A level. If you are taking the provided transportation, the bus will depart Hogan Campus Center at 10 a.m. |
| Morning | Open Play Tennis | Sinnott Family Tennis Facility Come down to the tennis courts for some friendly competition. Bring your own equipment! |
| 11 a.m.-3 p.m. | Archives & Distinctive Collections Open House | Dinand Library, 3rd Floor Visit Archives & Distinctive Collections and revisit some highlights and happenings on The Hill during your years as a student. Yearbooks, photographs, documents, and more will be on display. Staff will be available to answer questions. |
| 11 a.m.-Noon | Faculty Presentation | Hogan Campus Center |
| Noon-2 p.m. | All-Alumni Lunch | Hogan Courtyard Tent and Crossroads Gather on the Hogan Courtyard and Crossroads for a casual lunch featuring an upscale BBQ menu. A cash bar will be available. |
| 2 p.m. | Faculty Presentation | Hogan Campus Center |
| 2 p.m. | Class of 1976 Roundtable Discussions | Hogan Campus Center This session is an opportunity for small groups to gather and reflect upon our years at Holy Cross - not only our time there from 1972-1976 but also how our lives have been affected since. |
| 2:30 p.m. | Guided Tour of the Prior Performing Arts Center | Prior Performing Arts Center Open September, 2022, the Prior features dedicated spaces for the fine and performing arts, including the Cantor Art Gallery, a 400-seat concert hall, and a 200-seat flexible performance space, as well as spaces and technology to support creative interactions between the arts and other disciplines. Join us on a 30 minute tour for an in depth look at our newest facility! The tour will leave at 2:00 p.m. from the main entrance. |
| 3 p.m. | "Hidden in Plain Sight" Campus Historical Tour Join Tom Cadigan '02, Director of Regional Clubs and Special Programs for a fun and illuminating walking tour as he shares some little known history and legends of alma mater! The tour will leave from the College Store (1st Floor of Hogan Campus Center). |
| 4-6 p.m. | Worcester Local Business Happy Hour | Courthouse Brewery Spend happy hour in Worcester (across the street from Holy Cross)! Courthouse Brewery will be hosting Crusaders in their tasting room along with another local vendor. A shuttle from the Hogan Campus Center to Courthouse (and back) will be available every 30 minutes during this time. |
| 4 p.m. | Class of 1971 55th Reunion Mass | Mary Chapel |
| 5 p.m. | Class of 1956 70th Reunion Reception and Dinner | Alden Trust Performance Studio, 3rd floor, Prior Performing Arts Center At 5 p.m. there will be a viewing of the piano the class donated to the College followed by a reception/dinner at 5:30 p.m. |
| 5:30 p.m. | Class of 1976 50th Reunion Mass | Mary Chapel A class photo will be taken on the chapel steps immediately following mass. |
| 5:30 p.m. | Friends of Bill W. | Hogan Campus Center, Room 405 |
| 5:30 p.m. | 55th - 65th Class Receptions and Dinners* | Hogan Campus Center Class of 1961 - 409 & 410 Class of 1966 - Suites 401-403 Class of 1971 - Suites A/B/C, 4th Floor *Each class will have their own reception and dinner. |
| 6 p.m. | Class of 2001 Polar Park Event Kick off your 25th Reunion Weekend with the WooSox! Purchase tickets through the link provided below for access to reserved high tops and drink rail seating behind Section 1. Reserve your ticket(s) here. |
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Class of 1976 Photo | St. Joseph Memorial Chapel Steps |
| 6:30 p.m. | 30th - 45th Class Receptions and Dinners* (Locations are subject to change) Class of 1981 - Hogan Ballroom Class of 1986 - Hogan Courtyard Tent Class of 1991 - Crossroads Class of 1996 - Beehive, Prior Performing Arts Center *Each class will have their own reception and dinner. |
| 6:30 p.m. | 5th - 25th Dinner | Kimball Quad Tents Class of 2001, 2006, 2011, 2016 and 2021 are invited down to the Kimball for a delicious casual dinner featuring a wide array of food stations and the brand new Holy Cross pizza oven! A cash bar will be available. |
| 6:45 p.m. | Class of 1976 50th Reunion Golden Jubilee Dinner | Kimball Dining Hall A not-to-be-missed event where Vincent Rougeau, president, will welcome the Class of 1976 into the Order of the Purple Knights. |
| 9-11:30 p.m. | After-Dinner Drinks | Kimball Quad Tents Continue your dinner conversations on the Kimball Quad. A cash bar will be available. |
| 9 p.m.-12 a.m. | Class of 2021 “Pub” Night | Brooks Hall Lawn Kick off your first Reunion Weekend with a special “pub” night for just the Class of 2021! |
Saturday, June 6 |
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| 7-9 a.m. | Complimentary Coffee | Hogan Campus Center, 3rd Floor Lobby Early riser? Grab a cup of coffee on the 3rd floor of Hogan and take a stroll through campus. |
| 7:30-10:30 a.m. | All-Alumni Breakfast | Kimball Dining Hall Relive your Holy Cross weekend brunch experience and reminisce with classmates! |
| 8 a.m.-noon | The Joanne Chouinard-Luth Recreation and Wellness Center Open Stop by "The Jo" and work out in one of our newest facilities! Showers are available, but please bring any personal items you may need. |
| 8:30 a.m. | All-Alumni Fun Run / Walk |
| 9 a.m.-7 p.m. | Reunion Registration / Check-in Open | Hogan Campus Center, Room 320 |
| 9 a.m.-5 p.m. | College Store Open | Hogan Campus Center, 1st floor Stock up on your Holy Cross gear and get 20% off store-wide throughout the weekend! |
| 9:30 a.m. | The Jesuits Today and Tomorrow: An Intergenerational Perspective | Prior Performing Arts Center, Luth Theater Join Holy Cross Jesuit alumni Rev. Joseph O'Keefe, S.J. ’76, Provincial of the USA East Province of the Society of Jesus, and Rev. Timothy O’Brien, S.J. ’06, former Associate V.P. for Mission at the College of the Holy Cross, for a thoughtful conversation about the future of the Society of Jesus and its evolving role in higher education. Moderated by Suzanne Geaney ’76, former Director of the Ignatian Volunteer Corps, this session will explore how Jesuit values and leadership continue to shape the mission of the Society of Jesus in a changing academic and cultural landscape. |
| 10 a.m.-Noon | Open Play Pickleball | The Joanne Chouinard-Luth Recreation and Wellness Center Grab a friend (or two!), come down to The Jo and show off your pickleball skills! Equipment will be available or you can bring your own. |
| 10 a.m.-noon | Archives & Distinctive Collections Open House | Dinand Library, 3rd Floor Visit Archives & Distinctive Collections and revisit some highlights and happenings on The Hill during your years as a student. Yearbooks, photographs, documents, and more will be on display. Staff will be available to answer questions. |
| 10 a.m. | Admissions Information Session | Hogan Campus Center, Room 519 Join a member of the Holy Cross Admissions staff to learn how to navigate the college application and financial aid process for Holy Cross. Bring your teen! |
| 10:30 a.m. | President's Council and 1843 Society Reception | Hogan Ballroom (By invitation only) Join Vincent Rougeau, president of the College, in a private reception to celebrate leadership, legacy and loyalty. |
| 11 a.m. | Affinity Group Meetups | Various Locations Connect with fellow Crusaders through your shared interests, experiences and identities! LGBTQ Alumni Network, Alumni of Color and O'Callahan Society (NROTC and Veteran alumni). Light refreshments will be served. Exact locations will be listed in our on-site brochure. |
| TBA | Class of 1966 60th Reunion Mass | St. Joseph Memorial Chapel The Classes of 1956, 1961 and Purple Knights are invited to join. |
| 11 a.m. | Class of 1981 45th Reunion Mass | Mary Chapel |
| 11:30 a.m. | Holy Cross Athletics Presentation | Blaney Gymnasium, Luth Athletic Complex Description is coming soon! |
| Noon-1 p.m. | Sanctae Crucis Awards | Prior Performing Arts Center, Luth Theater Join us as we honor four accomplished alumni as recipients of the 2026 Sanctae Crucis Awards, the highest non-degree recognition conferred by the College. |
| 12:30-3:30 p.m. | All-Alumni Picnic | Practice Field, Luth Athletic Complex An afternoon of food, friends and fun! Join us for the all-alumni picnic and enjoy lunch with Crusaders from every decade. This event is family-friendly and will feature inflatable, pony rides and activities for kids. |
| 4 p.m. | All-Alumni Mass | St. Joseph Memorial Chapel |
| 4-6 p.m. | Self-Guided Tours | Campus-wide Take a self-guided tour of the Prior Performing Arts Center, Senior Student Townhouse, Dinand Library and our new Jesuit residence (located on Kendig Street between Ciampi and The Luth Athletic Complex). |
| 5:30-6:30 p.m. | Friends of Bill W. | Hogan Campus Center, Room 405 |
| 6 p.m. | 30th-70th Buffet Dinner | Kimball Dining Hall Classes of 1956, 1961, 1966, 1971, 1976, 1981, 1986, 1991, 1996 and Purple Knights are invited to Kimball for a delicious dinner featuring a wide array of food stations. A cash bar will be available. |
| 6 p.m. | Class of 1971 Dinner | Clarke Showroom, Milford, MA |
| 6:30 p.m. | 5th-25th Class Dinners* | (Locations are subject to change) Class of 2001 - The Beehive, Prior Performing Arts Center Class of 2006 - Crossroads / The Pub Class of 2011 - The Alden Trust Performance Studio, Prior Performing Arts Center Class of 2016 - Kimball Quad Tent Class of 2021 - Hogan Courtyard Tent *Each class will have their own reception and dinner. |
| 9 p.m. | All-Alumni Dance Party | Hogan Campus Center, Ballroom Head to the Ballroom and join the dance party featuring live Boston party band, Madhouse! |
| 9 p.m-12 a.m. | Class of 1991 Live Music | Lower Kimball Hall The Class of 1991 is invited to gather for a special performance from the class band, The Lapdogz! |
| 9 p.m. | All-Alumni Socializing | Hogan Campus Center, 4th Floor |
Class-Based Housing
Alumni are housed by class. Once designated class areas are filled, room assignments will be made on a space-available basis. Single reservations are subject to being assigned a roommate, depending on space requirements. Linens and towels are provided in each room. Please feel free to bring your own supplies for a more comfortable stay.
Class of 2021
Classes of 2016 & 2011
Classes of 2006 & 2001
Loyola Hall has air conditioning and each room consists of two twin beds and a private bathroom.
Classes of 1996 & 1991
Classes of 1986 & 1981
Figge Hall has air conditioning and features apartment style suites. Each apartment consists of two bedrooms, a living room, dining area, full kitchen and bathroom.
Classes of 1976, 1966
Class of 1971, 1961 & Purple Knights
Rooms in Clark, Hanselman, Lehy, Healy and Brooks Halls have two twin beds and shared bathrooms located on every floor.
Reunion Hotel Blocks
Worcester hotels are in high demand! Please book as soon as you can to reserve your room. On-campus housing and other travel sites (such as Airbnb) are additional options.
- AC Hotel Marriott Worcester | $299 per night. Must book by Tuesday, May 05, 2026. Use the link above to receive this rate.
- Holiday Inn Express Auburn | $174 per night. Must book by Tuesday, May 5, 2026. Please call (833) 314-7241 and mention Holy Cross Reunion to receive this rate.
- Homewood Suites by Hilton Downtown Worcester | Use this link to receive the Holy Cross visitor rate of 15% off. Please note the rate is not always available due to occupancy, or high demand dates.
- Holy Cross Partner Hotels | Use this link to explore Holy Cross partner hotels along with a list of other hotels in the Worcester area.
The Blackstone Gateway Park | This scenic and serene park can be can be accessed across the street from the athletic fields on McKeon Road.
Enjoy a round-trip walk from campus to the Blackstone Gateway Park and the Blackstone Heritage Corridor Visitor Center. These wonderful Worcester sites are within feet of The Hill. Enjoy the trails, observational platforms, and exhibits that highlight information about the historical and ecological history of the Blackstone Valley region. Comfortable clothes and walking shoes are recommended.
Natural Area Walk | This trailhead is located off Loyola Parking Lot on McCarthy Lane.
Pick the purple or white trail and stroll through the Holy Cross Natural Area. Used by cross-country teams, Montserrat courses and science labs, this forested area winds for 0.5 miles along the border of campus. While the trails are relatively flat and relatively free of loose gravel, we recommend closed-toe shoes. Feel free to bring a water bottle. View a map of the trails here.
Self-Guided Tours | Campus Wide
Relive your days on The Hill as a student and explore new facilities! The Science Complex, Dinand Library, Prior Performaing Arts Center, Joanne Chouinard-Luth Wellness and Recreations Center and Luth Athletic Complex will be open. The brochure you will receive upon checking in for the weekend will contain specific hours.
Event Pricing – 2026
| Activity | Fee | Kids 12 & Under |
| Registration | $15, $55 (1976 grads) | n/a |
| Thursday Evening Welcome Dinner | $32 | cash bar, beer/wine | n/a |
| 50th Reunion Thursday Evening Welcome Dinner | $70 | open bar, beer/wine | n/a |
| Lodging | Thursday, Friday, Saturday | $60 | per person, per night | n/a |
| Friday Continental Breakfast | $13 | n/a |
| Friday All-Alumni Lunch | $32 | cash bar, beer/wine | n/a |
| Friday Class Dinners (55th-70th) | $67 | 1-hour open bar included | n/a |
| Friday Class Dinner (50th) | $105 | open bar | n/a |
| Friday Class Dinner (30th-45th) | $65 | 1-hour open bar included | n/a |
| Friday Dinner in Kimball Hall (5th-25th) | $40 cash bar | n/a |
| Saturday Breakfast in Kimball Hall | $22 | Kids 5-12, $12; kids 4 and under, free |
| Saturday All-Alumni Picnic | $35 | 1 drink ticket included, beer/wine | Kids 5-12, $15; kids 4 and under, free |
| Saturday Class Dinners (5th-25th) | $65 | 1-hour open bar included | n/a |
| Saturday Dinner in Kimball Hall (30th-70th) | $40 | cash bar | n/a |
| Sunday Breakfast in Hogan Ballroom | $22 | Kids 5-12, $12; kids 4 and under, free |
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