Events

Colorado State University Alumni Association celebrates our distinguished alumni every year during Homecoming and Family Weekend with the Distinguished Alumni Awards. The program recognizes CSU alumni who have distinguished themselves professionally, brought honor to the University, and have made significant contributions of time and/or philanthropy to the University and their community. These alumni represent the very best of the values we hold dear – extraordinary achievement, selfless public service, and a lifelong commitment to Ram pride.

Started in 1934, the 50 Year Club is celebrating its 92nd anniversary. This stalwart group of Rams includes anyone who graduated 50 or more years ago from Colorado State University. The class of 1976 will be inducted into the 50 Year Club this year. We will also be recognizing our 2026 50 Year Club Awards recipients. Everyone is invited!

Kick off Homecoming and Family Weekend by reconnecting with the Army ROTC Ram Battalion and Air Force ROTC Detachment 90. Start the event at the Military Sciences building where we will have light appetizers, tours, demonstrations from current cadets, and a short program. Following that, join us on the Oval at the beer garden during Festival on the Oval where we will host your first drink.

Come one, come all to the biggest party on the block! Festival on the Oval features live music, a beverage garden, inflatables, and interactive booths from more than 100 areas on campus and around the community.

After Festival on the Oval, the CSU Marching Band and Spirit Squad will lead the crowd to Friday Night Lights, which features the pep rally, bonfire, drone show, and lighting of the “A” west of the Lory Student Center.

This cherished tradition invites Rams of all ages and abilities to unite for a morning of fitness, fun, and school spirit. Participants can choose between the in-person 5K on campus or join virtually from anywhere in the world. We look forward to seeing you on the Oval this fall.

The Ram Walk Tailgate is free and open to the public four hours before kickoff. Enjoy special appearances from the CSU Marching Band, cheerleaders, and additional sport programs; live music, food trucks; and drink tickets available for purchase at the Alumni Association tent. The Smith Alumni Center will also be open to all with live music by REMINISCE, CAM the Ram photo ops, cash bar, cookies, water, and the ringing of the Old Main Bell before the game.

Kickoff is 4 pm. Go Rams!

Join the Black/African American Cultural Center and CSU Alumni Association for the newly renamed B/AACC Legacy Brunch – formerly the Student and Alumni Excellence Dinner – as we celebrate our 5th annual gathering during CSU’s Homecoming and Family Weekend.