Alumni Reunion Weekend

Celebrating alumni from the classes of 1965-1976

Return to UC Santa Cruz, April 24–26, 2026, as we celebrate the history of UCSC and honor the pioneers who were here when the campus first opened, through the 50th reunion class of 1976.

In its early years, UCSC was an educational experiment grounded in intellectual rigor, shaped by the redwoods, and framed by sweeping views of Monterey Bay. Fifty years later, we invite you back to reconnect with friends and former classmates, walk familiar paths, and reflect on an education that helped define UC Santa Cruz and shaped who you are today.

Weekend overview

General registration fee

Includes parking, breakfast, the Golden Hour Gathering, and college reunion activities. Some optional events have additional fees (see below).

$50

Early Bird (through March 15, 2026)

$75

Standard (Starting March 16, 2026)

Optional add-on events

$95

Golden Alumni Signature Dinner at Chaminade Resort & Spa
Friday, April 25

$30

Then & Now: A Luncheon with Students & Alumni
Saturday, April 26

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Digital memory book

Share your UCSC memories and update classmates on where you are now. Log in to the book or request access below.

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Volunteer

Interested in helping plan this unforgettable weekend? Join our team of volunteers! Please email us at reunions@ucsc.edu for more information. We’d love your support in making this celebration even more memorable.

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Support current students

You can help support current students by making a gift to UC Santa Cruz. Learn more about the impact of giving or the different areas to support.

Contact us

Have questions about the reunion? If you can’t find what you’re looking for on our FAQ page, please email us at reunions@ucsc.edu or call 831-459-3444.