All Class Reunion
We look forward to welcoming you back to Madison Oct. 2-3! Celebrate University of Wisconsin Law School's Reunion on Friday night at the Madison Club, then root for the Badgers on Saturday as they take on Michigan State at Camp Randall.
UW Law School hosts Reunion celebrations every fall in conjunction with University of Wisconsin Homecoming Weekend. All UW Law alumni, regardless of class year, are invited to participate in Reunion activities. During the celebrations, we commemorate the milestone reunion years. This year, we look forward to toasting all classes ending in "1" and "6"!
Registration for all events will open this summer. Please review event details below to save the dates and make your plans!
Event Schedule & Pricing
Friday,
Oct. 2
All Class Reunion Celebration | 5-8 p.m.
The Madison Club | Lake and Roosevelt Rooms
Early Bird Pricing: $35 per person
Register by 11:59 p.m. CDT Sept. 2
General Pricing: $50 per person
Enjoy an open bar, heavy hors d'oeuvres and grazing stations as well as desserts. We'll have music, a photobooth, and some fun surprises! Milestone years will receive a special gift to commemorate their Reunion year, and all attendees will receive a reunion exclusive Gargoyle bobblehead. The evening will end in time for you and your classmates to hit the town for your own dinner plans.
Saturday,
Oct. 3
Homecoming Tailgate | Time To be Announced - Game Dependent
General Pricing: $25 per person
Tailgate at the Law School with beers, burgers, brats and music before heading over to Camp Randall to root for the Badgers as they take on Michigan State.
Homecoming Football Game | UW vs. Michigan State | Time To be Announced
General Pricing: Tickets will be sold at face value; pricing to be announced.
Class of 1986 | 40th Reunion
Members of, and those who identify with, the Class of 1986 can learn more about their class-specific Reunion offerings here.
Private Class Dinner
Join classmates for a private class dinner on Thursday, Oct. 1 in the AT&T Lounge at the Pyle Center. Enjoy drinks and dinner and reminisce with friends to kick off the weekend.
Dean's Summit
Join the Law School Board of Visitors and members of the Benchers' Society and Legacy Society for the Dean's Summit on Friday, Oct. 2. Learn more and view the Dean's Summit agenda.
Class of 1976 | 50th Reunion
Members of, and those who identify with, the Class of 1976 can learn more about their class-specific Reunion offerings here.
Private Class Dinner
Join classmates for a private class dinner on Thursday, Oct. 1 in the Alumni Lounge at the Pyle Center. Enjoy drinks and dinner and reminisce with friends overlooking Lake Mendota.
Dean's Summit
Join the Law School Board of Visitors and members of the Benchers' Society and Legacy Society for the Dean's Summit on Friday, Oct. 2. Learn more and view the Dean's Summit agenda.
Hotel Blocks
UW Law School has secured discounted rates at the following Madison hotels:
- The Madison Concourse Hotel
- Guests can also call the Concourse directly at 800-356-8293 and reference UW Law Reunion.
- The cutoff to book inside this block is Sept. 1., 2026.
- The Hilton Madison Monona Terrace
- Guests can also call Hilton reservations at 800-445-8667 or call the hotel directly at 608-255-5100 and reference the group code 98V.
- The cutoff to book inside this block is Aug. 25, 2026.
To secure your accommodation, we encourage you to make your reservations at your earliest convenience.
Reunion Giving
All gifts made to Law School funds during the 2026 calendar year contribute toward our Reunion giving goal. If you are in a milestone year ending in "1" or "6," we hope you consider supporting the Law School to commemorate your class's Reunion year.
When you register for Reunion, you will also have the opportunity to include a gift to the Law School Annual Fund as part of your registration fees.
Make Your Reunion Gift
Frequently Asked Questions
When will registration open?
Registration for all Reunion events will open in early July. Alumni will be notified via email, and we will promote the opening of registration on Law School social media channels.
When will registration close?
Registration for all events will close at 11:59 p.m. CDT on Wednesday, Sept. 23 . Football tickets may sell out sooner based on capacity; if this happens, we will update this webpage and the Reunion registration page to reflect that.
What will my registration confirmation look like?
No tickets are mailed. You will receive a confirmation email (to the email address you provide) upon completing registration. We will send a second confirmation email to all attendees on Friday, Sept. 25, as a reminder and to provide additional event details.
Are walk-ins allowed?
Yes! We will accommodate walk-ins for the Friday night All Class Reunion Celebration. You will be able to register and pay for yourself and a guest onsite. We will not accommodate walk-ins for the Thursday 1976 and 1986 class dinners, or the Saturday Homecoming Tailgate or Homecoming Football Game.
Are there discounts available for any event tickets?
We are dedicated to making Reunion financially accessible for all classmates. For the best rate possible, register early to secure the early bird discount price for Friday evening. In the interest of equity, we are unable to offer discounts to individual alumni. Thank you for understanding.
What is the cancellation and refund policy?
Refunds will only be issued for cancellations made by 5 p.m. CDT on Friday, Sept. 25. After this date we cannot accommodate refunds.
Can I bring a guest?
Yes! You will be able to register and pay for a guest using the registration form. Guest information (first name, last name, meal preferences, etc.) will be required for Thursday and Friday events. We will only require the total number of tickets requested for Saturday events.
If I have already submitted my registration, can I amend it to add a guest?
Yes! Contact alumni@law.wisc.edu for registration support. Please have your registration confirmation email handy when you reach out.
Can I request a special meal?
You will be able to indicate all allergies and restrictions on the registration form. For events with buffet-style options, great care will be taken to offer options catering to vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, nut-free and dairy-free diets.
What is the dress code?
For the 1976 and 1986 class dinners, we encourage evening cocktail attire. For the All Class Reunion Celebration, we encourage casual, celebratory cocktail attire. Dress to have fun! For the Homecoming Tailgate and Homecoming Football Game, we encourage casual, weather-appropriate attire that shows your Badger pride!
Contact
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