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Choose from dozens of UBC alumni events across the globe and online. From networking receptions to panel discussions about the most pressing issues of the day, there’s an event for you.

  • September

    • 14

      • Insights Live: Gut Health, Immunity & Mental Wellness

        Kelowna

        As part of UBC Okanagan Homecoming, join the Irving K. Barber Faculty of Science for an evening with renowned UBC Okanagan researcher Dr. Deanna Gibson, whose innovative work is transforming our understanding of gut health and the microbiome.

    • 15

    • 16

      • Finding Joy in Fighting Climate Change

        Vancouver

        What if the most effective ways to fight climate change made you happy? As part of UBC Homecoming, UBC Psychology professors Dr. Elizabeth Dunn and Dr. Jiaying Zhao discuss their groundbreaking book Leave the Lights On: How Joyful Decisions Can Save Our Species.

      • 10 Years of Story Poles: An Artist Talk with Les Louis

        Kelowna

        Open to the public for UBC Okanagan Homecoming, this free artist talk features Syilx artist Les Louis discussing his public artwork on campus, Story Poles sn̓ilíʔtn.

      • UBC Okanagan Debates & Post-Debate Reception 

        Kelowna

        Part of UBC Okanagan Homecoming. Are We Failing Youth? At UBC Okanagan Debates, four distinguished voices explore the question: Are we leaving a better world for the next generation? After the debate, continue the conversation at the post-event reception at King Taps Lakeside.

    • 18

      • Homecoming Football Game

        Vancouver

        Kick off the school year with thunderous action! Thousands of fans will pack the stands for UBC’s epic Homecoming Football Game presented by Fizz Mobile. Cheer on your alma mater as our Thunderbirds duke it out in a showdown against University of Regina Rams!

      • UBCO Heat Homecoming Tailgate & Volleyball Showcase

        Kelowna

        Start your Homecoming weekend with an evening of Heat pride, family fun, and varsity athletics.

      • alumNIGHTS: Off the Court Alumni Reception

        Kelowna

        Reconnect, reminisce, and celebrate at this exclusive Homecoming experience for Heat alumni, their guests, and dedicated UBCO Athletics supporters.

    • 19

      • UBC Homecoming Pancake Brunch and Nest Fest

        Vancouver

        Hey, UBC students, alumni, and BFFs: Fuel up your Homecoming celebration with this free powerhouse brunch! Then, celebrate the spirit of UBC at Nest Fest. From games and giveaways to stage performances, drag bingo, and Blue Chip mini cookies, enjoy a fun-filled day for all ages with fellow alumni, students, faculty, and staff.

      • UBC Homecoming – Attractions and Community Events

        Vancouver

        Explore museums, galleries, gardens, and more as UBC welcomes you for Homecoming on Saturday, September 19, 2026. Enjoy free admission, tours, talks, and special activities at UBC’s top attractions and community events.

      • Mahjong Mania Sold Out

        Vancouver

        Experience the excitement of this classic Chinese game of skill, strategy, and luck. Share a table, win prizes, and socialize with fellow alumni playing Hong Kong-style mahjong at this unique Homecoming event!

      • Storm the Mat: Thunderbird Yoga

        Vancouver

        Wrap up UBC Homecoming with this special all-levels yoga experience designed to help you feel inspired, restored, and deeply connected.

      • The Vibrant Veggie & Helen’s Acres Fall Harvest

        Kelowna

        Step into the fields with fellow alumni, friends, and community members to harvest fresh vegetables for two local organizations helping get nutritious, whole foods into the hands of those who need them most, including through the Central Okanagan Food Bank.

    • 20

      • Blue & Gold Splash Sold Out

        Vancouver

        Take the plunge at Homecoming with a free public swim at the UBC Aquatic Centre, one of Canada's premier aquatic facilities.

      • Practice with a Purpose: alumni UBC Outdoor Yoga

        Kelowna

        Before alumFEST begins, join us for a free outdoor yoga session led by double UBC alum Josée Jarratt.

      • ʔəm̓i ce:p xʷiwəl—Come Toward the Fire Festival

        Vancouver

        We’re honoured to feature the fifth edition of this family-friendly, Indigenous-led festival as part of our Homecoming event line-up.

      • alumFEST featuring Sunday Service

        Kelowna

        As part of UBC Okanagan Homecoming, this high-energy, inclusive gathering brings together alumni, students, faculty, staff, and the wider community for an afternoon of music and shared experience.

    • 22

      • 109th Annual General Meeting of The Alumni Association of the University of British Columbia

        Vancouver

        THE ALUMNI ASSOCIATION OF THE UNIVERSITY OF BRITISH COLUMBIA(the “Association”) NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the 109th Annual General Meeting of the Association will be held on: Tuesday, September 22, 20264:00 p.m. PT Robert H. Lee Alumni Centre6163 University BoulevardVancouver, BC Please note that the AGM will be held in person only. Virtual participation will...

    • 23

      • Transform interviews into career-building conversations

        Online

        Did you know you can turn job interviews into more than question-and-answer sessions? Attend this interactive webinar to learn how you can use these exchanges to showcase your thinking, values, and potential impact.

  • October

    • 07

      • Home ownership: Is it still the dream?

        Online

        Home ownership: Is it still the dream? While many middle-income Canadians achieved the dream of home ownership in previous decades, that vision seems increasingly elusive for younger generations and newcomers today. In this virtual session, a panel of UBC experts will explore a fundamental issue: Is the dream of home ownership slipping out of reach...

    • 28

      • Build hope and inspire action through mentorship

        Online

        Effective mentorship involves more than providing advice—it can help others develop hope that inspires meaningful change. In this online workshop, discover how fostering hopefulness can help individuals face challenges and move forward with greater confidence.

  • November

    • 03

      • alumni UBC 2026 Achievement Awards

        Vancouver

        UBC alumni are committed to building an exceptional UBC and a better world. On November 3 at the annual alumni UBC Achievement Awards, presented by Boyden, we will honour eight inspiring members of the UBC community who, through their extraordinary endeavours, have demonstrated this vision.

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