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

• Friday, April 17

  6:15 AM | Courageous Challenge - Stop Suicide USA
  Nighthawks Ridge Recreation Field (Radar Ridge)
  65 Haney Rd, Dahlonega, GA 30533
  Recreation Center if inclement weather
  A high-intensity team competition featuring teams made up of cadets, student-athletes, and members of Greek life. Competitors complete short, physically demanding events that highlight resilience and teamwork. The event supports national suicide prevention through the Courage Challenge campaign. Alumni and friends are encouraged to attend.

  9:00 AM | 51st Annual UNG Alumni Weekend Scholarship Golf Tournament
  Hosted by the North Georgia Athletic Fund
  Achasta Golf Club, Dahlonega, GA
  Check-in 7:30 a.m. Shotgun Start at 9:00 AM
  The tournament field is full.

  5-5:30 PM | Class of 1976 Memorial Retreat Ceremony
  Alumni House Patio
  70 Alumni Drive, Dahlonega, GA

  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
  Alumni can use code UNGAlumni2026 for 50% off ticket prices for up to 4 tickets

  6 - 9 PM | UNG Alumni Association Awards Banquet
  Dining Hall Banquet Room and Veranda
  345 West Main Street, Dahlonega, GA 30533
  Plated meal includes alcohol | Business Attire
  Complimentary for honorees and designated guests
  Limited seating for other guests
  Dues paid Alumni Association Member: $50 per person and $50 per guest
  $60 per person for others

  6-9 PM | Class of 1976 50th Reunion Casual Gathering & Buffet Dinner
  Alumni House Patio
  70 Alumni Drive, Dahlonega, GA

  9-10 PM | Corps of Cadets Tattoo Ceremony
  Gen. Lipp Livsey Drill Field

• Saturday, April 18

  8-9 AM | Fallen Officer Memorial 5K
  Hosted by UNG Public Safety Academy, raising funds to build a Fallen Officer Memorial at UNG, and honoring UNG Alumni/UNG Police who were killed in the line of duty. Info and Sign Up: https://runsignup.com/Race/GA/Dahlonega/UniversityOfNorthGeorgiaFallenOfficerMemorial5k

  8:30-10:30 AM | UNG Alumni Association Annual Board Meeting
  Convocation Center
  Limited seating available for dues-paid Alumni Association Members.
  Register to meet via Zoom

  8:30 AM | Corps Advisory Council Meeting
  Conference Room, Military Leadership Center
  360 S. Chestatee Street, Dahlonega, GA

  10 AM | Young Alumni Board Meeting
  Alumni House Conference Room
  70 Alumni Drive, Dahlonega, GA

  9:30 - 10:30 AM | Alumni Tours - Residence Halls
  Gaillard, Liberty, Lewis, Lewis Annex, and Donovan Halls

  11 AM - Noon | Corps of Cadets Military Awards Review
  General William “Lipp” Livsey Drill Field
  Convocation Center if Inclement Weather
  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 (70th) & 1961 (65th)
  Alumni House Patio 70 Alumni Drive, Dahlonega, GA 30533
  Sunroom if Inclement Weather

  • 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM | Military Awards Review (Transportation Available)

  • 12:30 – 2:30 PM | Casual Lunch Buffet

  12:30 - 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 booths

  12:30 - 2:30 PM | Class of 1976 50th Reunion Complimentary Lunch
  Hosted by UNG President Mike Shannon
  UNG Dining Hall Banquet Room
  345 West Main Street, Dahlonega, GA

  12:30 - 5 PM | Student-Athlete Alumni Gathering
  Cottrell Terrace at Haines and Carolyn Hill Stadium
  21 Barrow Road, Dahlonega, GA 30533
  Recognized at the games | Friends and family are welcome!
  Food will be provided from 12:30 - 3 pm (registration required)

  1-2:30 PM | Nighthawks Softball vs. Flagler
  Haines & Carolyn Hill Stadium at Cottrell Park
  201 Barrow Road, Dahlonega, GA
  Alumni can use code UNGAlumni2026 for 50% off ticket prices for up to 4 tickets

  1-2:30 PM | Women’s Soccer Alumni Day Game - Players vs. Alumni
  UNG Soccer Field at Cottrell Park
  21 Barlow Road, Dahlonega, GA
  Free admission

  2-3:30 PM | UNG Wind Ensemble Presents “Happy Birthday America!”
  Library Technology Center Patio
  117 Georgia Cir., Dahlonega, GA
  Featuring the University Band, UNG Wind Ensemble, and Lumpkin County High School Band, playing patriotic selections in honor of our nation's 250th anniversary.

  3-4 PM | Vickery House Concert & Photography Exhibit
  Vickery House, 24 Vickery Drive, Dahlonega, GA
  (Across W. Main St. from Price Memorial)
  Performing: The Four O' Clocks (old-time string band from Atlanta)
  Exhibit: On Her Time, In Her View: The personal photography and craft of Dr. Alice V. Sampson-Cordle

  3-4 PM | Men’s Soccer Alumni Day Game - Players vs. Alumni
  UNG Soccer Field at Cottrell Park
  21 Barlow Road, Dahlonega, GA
  Free admission

  3-3:30 PM | Mountain Order of Colombo Demonstration
  Colombo Tower

  3:30-4 PM | Aggressor Platoon Demonstration
  Promenade

  4 PM | Memorial Retreat
  Memorial Wall beside Memorial Hall
  UNG alumni, students, and faculty who died during the past year will be honored
  Guest Speaker - LTC Josh Clemons ‘04 | bio here

  6 - 9 PM | Class of 1976 50th Reunion Celebration
  Dining Hall Banquet Room
  345 West Main Street, Dahlonega

  6 - 9 PM | Class of 1986 40th Reunion
  Alumni House Patio
  70 Alumni Drive, Dahlonega, GA

• Sunday, April 19

  11 AM | Cadet Scholarship Luncheon - Invitation Only
  Dining Hall Banquet Room
  345 West Main Street, Dahlonega, GA

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!

For a full list of local accommodations, click here.