Family-Friendly Programming

Alumni and Family Lounge
Ruth Stricker Dayton Campus Center, 2nd floor
Stop by the second floor of the Ruth Stricker Dayton Campus Center to grab a beverage at the Mac Grille, or take a moment to work on a puzzle, play a board game, or color.
Thursday, June 4: 3–8:30 p.m.
Friday, June 5: 7:30 a.m.–8:30 p.m.
Saturday, June 6: 10 a.m.–11:30 p.m.

Thursday, 7–8:30 p.m. – Tartan Trivia: Reunion Version, Hosted by the Class of 2021, open to all
Shaw Field
Think you and your classmates have what it takes to be the ultimate trivia champions? Put your knowledge to the test at Tartan Trivia @ Reunion! Classes will go head-to-head in a fun and competitive trivia showdown, featuring a special round dedicated entirely to Macalester history and traditions. Gather your classmates, show off your smarts, and compete for bragging rights—and exclusive champion sweatshirts! Don’t miss this chance to relive your college days, challenge your classmates, and claim the title of Tartan Trivia champions.
Cash bar, food from a food truck available for purchase.

Friday, 9–11 a.m. – Idea Lab Open House, open to all
Idea Lab, DeWitt Wallace Library 2nd Floor
Visit the heart of Entrepreneurship on campus! Exercise your creativity in the Idea Lab, a hands-on workspace in the heart of the library, where students innovate, collaborate, befriend, re-center, and work together to solve problems and drive positive change in the world. Hosted by the Department of Entrepreneurship and Innovation.

Friday, 10–11:30 a.m. – Sustainability Walking Tour and Talk, open to all
Location TBA
Get to know the sustainability initiatives at Macalester. During this tour and talk, participants will learn about sustainability initiatives on campus including: decarbonization and zero waste efforts, active transportation, gardens and food justice, and efforts to improve biodiversity and stormwater management.

Friday, 2–4 p.m. – Class of 2011 Field Day, open to all
Macalester Stadium

Friday, 5–8 p.m. – Catch the Cart – MacWagon, open to all
Outside Janet Wallace Fine Arts Center
A great Mac gathering means another stop for the MacWagon. Don’t miss the opportunity to come and meet members of your Alumni Board, purchase exclusive swag for Reunion 2026, spin-to-win swag, and more!

Friday, 5–9 p.m. – Snacks at Mac, open to all
Shaw Field and Tent
Cash bar and meal choices from food trucks are available for purchase.  A variety of cuisines will be offered on-site. A special live salsa musical performance featuring Doug Little ’91 and Shai Hayo ’96 between 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. will include salsa lessons.
Food trucks at Snacks at Mac include: Egg Roll Queen, Habanero Tacos, Cave Cafe, Deep Roots, and Amazing Momos: Tibetan Dumplings.

Saturday, 9–10:30 a.m. – Playground Meetup hosted by the class of 2006, open to all
Location TBA

Saturday, 11:30 a.m.–2 p.m. – Catch the Cart – MacWagon
Outside Janet Wallace Fine Arts Center
A great Mac gathering means another stop for the MacWagon. Don’t miss the opportunity to come and meet members of your Alumni Board, purchase exclusive swag for Reunion 2026, spin-to-win swag, and more!

Saturday, 1:30–2:30 p.m. – Water Balloon Launch
Macalester Stadium
Put together your three-person team and test your water balloon launching skills against other reunion teams. Exciting prizes will be awarded to teams who come closest to hitting the coo! Sponsored by M Club and Athletics. Open to all! A three-person team is required to participate.

Saturday, 2:45–3:45 p.m. – Children’s Story time with Adrienne Christiansen
Location TBA
Gather for a delightful Story Time with Adrienne Christiansen, where books come to life! Enjoy timeless favorites and discover new tales, including works by Macalester alumni. Whether you’re looking to relive cherished stories or experience something fresh, this is the perfect chance to escape the heat, relax, and immerse yourself in the magic of storytelling.