Please note that the activities and times listed below are subject to change. This schedule will be updated as plans are confirmed and a final printed schedule will be available when you arrive on campus for Reunion Weekend. 

Friday, June 12

REGISTRATION & WELCOME CENTER OPEN
Faculty Room, Main Building, 1st Floor
Please check in at the Faculty Room to receive your information packet, dorm assignments for on-campus housing, leave messages for classmates, and find out all there is to know about Hotchkiss Reunion. Snacks and refreshments are available throughout Reunion Weekend.

CAMPUS STORE OPEN  
Main Building, Lower Level
Browse the latest Hotchkiss clothing and gifts.

LUNCH
Please wear your name tag at all meals, as it serves as proof that you have registered for Reunion Weekend.

HOTCHKISS: THE FIRST 50 YEARS DOCUMENTARY
Walker Auditorium, Main Building, Lower Level
Created for the 50th Anniversary of coeducation at Hotchkiss, this film traces the history of the first female students enrolling at Hotchkiss. It started as a controversial idea and quickly grew to fundamentally alter the School for the better. 

HIXON POOL OPEN SWIM
Forrest E. Mars Jr. Athletic Center, Hixon Pool
A lifeguard will be staffed for those who wish to enjoy the School’s 10-lane swimming pool – all abilities welcome.

HOTCHKISS ARCHIVES
Ford Library, Main Building, 1st Floor
Meet ROSEMARY DAVIS, Hotchkiss archivist, for a chance to view your class yearbook, the Mischianza, and other memorabilia from your days as a student. Please note: we cannot accommodate requests for student files.

WELCOME BACK: FRIDAY AT THE FARM
Hotchkiss Fairfield Farm (400 Sharon Road)
Please use the shuttle to and from Main Circle and Hotchkiss Fairfield Farm
A welcome event for all guests featuring a wide array of culinary stations and beverages at the picturesque Hotchkiss Fairfield Farm. Food service will run from 6 to 9 p.m. When dinner concludes, campfires will be lit for socializing into the evening. Please wear your name tag at all meals, as it serves as proof that you have registered for Reunion Weekend.

REGISTRATION & WELCOME CENTER CLOSES
Faculty Room, Main Building, 1st Floor

Saturday, June 13

BEARCAT BREAKFAST 
Bissell Dining Hall, Main Building,1st Floor
Cafeteria-style breakfast, including hot entrees. Please wear your name tag at all meals, as it serves as proof that you have registered for Reunion Weekend.

REGISTRATION & WELCOME CENTER OPEN 
Faculty Room, Main Building, 1st Floor
Please check in at the Faculty Room to receive your information packet, dorm assignments for on-campus housing, leave messages for classmates, and find out all there is to know about Hotchkiss Reunion. Snacks and refreshments are available throughout Reunion Weekend.

CHILDREN'S PROGRAM: SESSION ONE
Mars Athletic Center, Field House, 1st Floor
This session will run from 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

ALUMNI PANEL DISCUSSIONS (Various topics)

HOTCHKISS ARCHIVES
Ford Library, Main Building, 1st Floor
Meet ROSEMARY DAVIS, Hotchkiss archivist, for a chance to view your class yearbook, the Mischianza, and other memorabilia from your days as a student. Please note: we cannot accommodate requests for student files.

CAMPUS STORE OPEN
Main Building, Lower Level
Browse the latest Hotchkiss clothing and gifts.

STATE OF THE SCHOOL ADDRESS
Hotchkiss Chapel
A report on the latest news from Hotchkiss by Head of School Craig Bradley will be preceded briefly by news from the Alumni Association.  

LUNCH
Bissell Dining Hall, Main Building,1st Floor
Enjoy a family-friendly lunch for all Reunion classes, guests, faculty, and staff members. Please wear your name tag at all meals, as it serves as proof that you have registered for Reunion Weekend.

CLASS PHOTOS
Senior Grass
Class photos will be taken during lunch for select classes. 

HIXON POOL OPEN SWIM
Forrest E. Mars Jr. Athletic Center, Hixon Pool
A lifeguard will be staffed for those who wish to enjoy the School’s 10-lane swimming pool – all abilities welcome.

STUDENT-LED CAMPUS WALKING TOUR
Meet in the Chapel Foyer, Main Building, 1st Floor

FAIRFIELD FARM OPEN HOUSE
Hotchkiss Fairfield Farm (400 Sharon Road)
Please use the shuttle to and from Main Circle or drive yourself.
Meet members of the Fairfield Farm team. Learn about the FFEAT (Fairfield Farm Ecosystem & Adventure Team) program, and the School’s commitment to sustainable food. Or, just soak in the views and enjoy a farm-fresh goodie.

HOTCHKISS: THE FIRST 50 YEARS DOCUMENTARY
Walker Auditorium, Main Building, Lower Level
Created for the 50th Anniversary of coeducation at Hotchkiss, this film traces the history of the first female students enrolling at Hotchkiss. It started as a controversial idea and quickly grew to fundamentally alter the School for the better. 

CHILDREN'S PROGRAM: SESSION TWO
Mars Athletic Center, Field House, 1st Floor
This session will run from 6 - 11:30 p.m.

CLASS COCKTAIL RECEPTIONS
Various locations

REGISTRATION & WELCOME CENTER CLOSES
Faculty Room, Main Building, 1st Floor

CLASS PHOTOS 
Class photos will be taken during cocktails for select classes.

CLASS DINNERS
Various locations

REUNION-WIDE LATE-NIGHT PARTY
Harris House Tent
The party is just getting started! Continue celebrating at this festive event featuring music for all ages from DJ JOE FRESH and dancing while further reminiscing with your classmates. Includes an open beer and wine bar.

LATE NIGHT SNACKS
Harris House Tent

Sunday, June 14

BEARCAT BRUNCH
Bissell Dining Hall, Main Building,1st Floor
Join fellow Bearcats to meet, greet, and eat during this casual, come-when-you-can way to end the Reunion Weekend.

FUN RUN
Meet at the 5th Tee (behind Harris House Tent)
A Reunion tradition! Join us for your choice of 1 mile, 2 miles, or the full 3.1-mile (5K) route. All ages welcome.

CAMPUS STORE OPEN
Main Building, Lower Level
Browse the latest Hotchkiss clothing and gifts.

ON-CAMPUS HOUSING CHECK-OUT DEADLINE 
All guests must be out of their dorm rooms prior to noon. Please strip the bedding from your bed and leave it in the hallway on the first floor of your dorm. 

To see who has registered to attend Reunion, please refer to this page. If someone requested that their name not be shown, they will not appear on the list.

Note: The Classes of 1976 will celebrate their milestone reunion in Fall 2026. 

Housing and Accommodations

On Campus
Dormitory housing is available to alumni and their guests on Friday, June 12 and Saturday, June 13. Accommodations include twin beds, sheets, a blanket, a pillow, towels, and minimal furnishings. There are no private bathrooms. Each class will be housed in its own dormitory when possible. A mixed-class “quiet” dorm will be available upon request. Specific dorm rooms may not be reserved in advance. Room keys are not provided, so please plan to store valuables in your car or elsewhere. Please note that Hotchkiss is a tobacco-free campus.

Off Campus
June is a busy month in the Litchfield Hills. If you plan to stay off campus, we strongly encourage you to make your reservations as soon as possible. For a list of popular area accommodations, please click here. Other properties for weekend rental can be found on Airbnb and VRBO.

Searching for your Hotchkiss friends before Reunion? A group for your class has been created on Alumnet, the online alumni community. Please join your class group to connect with classmates, share memories, and stay up to date on reunion plans!

Join alumnet
Click here for more information about Alumnet 

Hotchkiss Reunions
Frequently Asked Questions 

What is Reunion? 
Reunion is a time to reconnect with Hotchkiss classmates and friends and with your alma mater. Every Hotchkiss class gathers on campus at five-year anniversaries of its graduation. 

What is there to do during Reunion? 
Reunion includes a wide variety of events and programs that are open to anyone who is on campus for the weekend. You can participate in some or all — it's up to you. Please view the Schedule to see what's included in the weekend’s offerings. 

Are spouses/partners/significant others/kids invited? 
Absolutely! Families and friends are welcome and encouraged to attend. For those alumni who bring children or grandchildren, we offer a program for children aged three (must be potty trained) to 15 years. 

Please also note that advance reservations are required to participate in the Children’s Program. We regret that we are unable to accommodate walk-ins. If you have a child with special needs, or general questions about the program, please contact Patty O'Connor, associate director of alumni engagement at poconnor@hotchkiss.org or 860-435-4428. 

How do I register? 
Online registration for Reunion Weekend will open January 12 to June 5. Paper invitations with registration reply cards will also be mailed in late March.

Can I check in without pre-registering? 
While we do accept walk-ins, we strongly encourage you to register in advance. We cannot guarantee availability of dorm housing or dining services if you do not pre-register. There is a $20 per person late fee for anyone who registers after noon on June 5, 2026, including walk-ins.  

How much does it cost to attend Reunion? 
Fees vary depending on your class year. For the 50th Reunion classes and older, there is no registration fee to attend Reunion. For other classes, the fees range from $140 to $180 per adult for the full weekend. The fee for children three to 15 years old is $75 per child, which includes the Children’s Program. 

Can I attend for a part of the weekend? 
Yes. There are registration options for Friday only and for Saturday only. You may choose to come for just one of those days or for the entire weekend.

Is housing available in the dorms? 
Yes. On-campus housing is available on the Friday and Saturday nights of June Reunion. There is a nominal, flat fee for all classes of $55 per adult for dormitory housing. On-campus housing for children sleeping in beds is $55. 

Dormitories are assigned by class. The majority of dormitory rooms are singles. You may move mattresses to sleep two to a room. We do not accept room preferences in advance; guests select their rooms upon arrival.

If I am staying in a dorm on campus, do I need to bring my own sheets? 
No. We provide a rental linen package that includes sheets (twin bed), a single use pillow, blanket, and towels. You will need to bring your own soap and toiletries for the showers.   

Will faculty attend Reunion? 
Yes. The Office of Alumni Relations invites all current and retired faculty members to Reunion, and many come. In addition, your class Reunion Committee will be in touch directly with teachers that your class has a particular interest in seeing. 

Is there a dress code? 
Dress is casual all weekend, except for the Saturday evening class dinners, for which attire tends to be dressier. If you plan to participate in any sports such as golf, swimming, tennis, volleyball, etc., bring appropriate athletic attire. 

I forget the layout of the campus. Will someone help me find my way? 
Members of The Alumni Office will be available to help you. When you enter the Main Scoville Gate, signs will direct you to the Welcome Center. There will also be "Reunion Rangers" - student workers - to help you find your dorm room, carry your luggage, or direct you to other locations.  

May I get a refund if I need to cancel? 
For Reunion, full refunds are available until the registration cut-off of noon, June 5, 2025. After that, we will not be able to issue refunds because all food and materials will have been ordered and staffing levels determined based on registrants.