Events

A joint exhibition by Summer Project students Nana Hayrumyan ’27, Anna Totlica ’27, Ema Shedroff ’27, Jubilee Kim ’28, and Renata Mendez Alvarez ’27. The exhibition can be found in KTSA on the 1st and 2nd floor walls outside Senior Studios (201) and at the bottom of the stairwell by the Art Office (103).

Come explore research at Hamilton and beyond as students present their summer research findings in the sciences. Meet the researchers, learn about their work, and enjoy refreshments. Posters will remain on display throughout the weekend in the Taylor Science Center.

The HQ is a brand-new platform developed exclusively for the Hamilton community, with an easy-to-use alumni directory, volunteering info, giving history, events, news, groups, and countless ways to connect. You have to see it for yourself! Stop by to check out the features and sign up.

Come experience a Hamilton course taught by Hamilton faculty, but without the quizzes! Alex Plakias, associate professor of philosophy, special assistant to the dean, and NY6 Fellow, presents "This is Awkward." Coffee and breakfast refreshments will be served. (See 5 Tips for Ditching Social Awkwardness).

Stop by our Family Weekend Welcome & Information Center!  

We’re excited to welcome families to campus for Family Weekend! Be sure to stop by the Campus Store in the Sadove Student Center to browse Hamilton apparel, gifts, and more. We’ll be open during Family Weekend and look forward to seeing you!

Stop by the Maurice Horowitch Career Center to learn how we support students in exploring careers, connecting with alumni, and preparing for life after Hamilton. Discover how Career Communities help students build connections and access resources, and see where Hamilton graduates go next. Drop in, ask questions, and enjoy a sweet treat or hot beverage.

Come experience a Hamilton course taught by Hamilton faculty, but without the quizzes! Aaron Strong, associate professor of environmental studies, presents "Ocean Acidification." Coffee and breakfast refreshments will be served.

Sukkot Yom Tov morning service at Sands Chabad House, 108 College Street.

The Hamilton Sustainability Coordinators will be hosting the annual Family Weekend Farmer's Market, featuring local produce vendors, artisans, and pop-ups from campus organizations.

Hamilton College is pleased to sponsor lunch for all visiting families. Families are invited to dine together at any of the campus dining halls—Commons, McEwen, or the Howard Diner—at no cost. Enjoy a delicious meal, experience student life firsthand, and make lasting memories on the Hill with your Continental. Commons Dining Hall Brunch: 11 a.m.–1 p.m. Lunch: 1–4 p.m. Enjoy a wide variety of menu items, including vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options. Commons offers an all-you-care-to-eat experience perfect for family gatherings. Howard D...

Join Tropical Sol for salsa practice!

Join President Steven Tepper and members of his Senior Staff for an update on College happenings and plans.  

Join us in Couper Hall for an open house hosted by ALEX Advising! Stop by anytime during the two hours. ALEX Advisors will be available to chat with you. We'll have autumnal treats and resources for students and families to take with them.

Volleyball Club practice and play session. 

Festive lunch in the sukkah for day one of Sukkot at the Sands Chabad House, 108 College Street.

Fall Fest features snacks and drinks, food trucks, and a marketplace of local vendors. Location: Homecoming Village, adjacent to Steuben Field.

Kids rock climbing is open to kids ages 2+; open to friends and families of Hamilton Family Weekend!

Join us at the Wellin Museum for a student-led tour! Wellin docents Kazi Nawar '27 and Rae Wilkin '29 will lead a tour of the museum and the current exhibition Storytelling, featuring photography drawn from the collection. As a teaching museum, the Wellin engages the curiosity of students, faculty, and the community through our internationally recognized exhibitions and globally representative collection, introducing new ideas and perspectives to classroom conversations and beyond. 

Men's rugby club team match vs. Clarkson University.

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Come watch performances from all five of Hamilton's a cappella groups — the Buffers, the Hamiltones, Special K, Tumbling After, and Duelly Noted — as they perform new songs, classics, and even some comedic skits

Men's club soccer match vs. LeMoyne.

Spend the Spring 2027 semester exploring Global Blackness in the City with Program Director Nigel Westmaas, Professor of Africana Studies. Attend this information session to learn how the Hamilton in NYC program combines academic study, independent research, an internship, and experiential learning throughout New York City. Students will examine the city’s pivotal role in shaping global Black identities through historical migrations, cultural exchange, activism, entrepreneurship, and contemporary questions of race and equity. Courses and experiences include: College 395 — Global Blackness in the City: An interdisciplinary exploration of rac...

Picnic and Yard Games for Men's and Women's Track & Field.