REUNION WEEKEND 2026
Mark your calendar for
24–26 April | Charlottesville, VA
There’s nothing quite like being back on Grounds—where First Coffee rejuvenates your spirit (and not just your caffeine levels), beloved faculty still engage with a smile, and your classmates have gained a few gray hairs.
Reunion feels like a grown-up field trip—with better shoes, captivating stories, and all the memories you didn’t realize you had missed.
Come for the nostalgia. Stay for the name tags!
Who is invited?
Abbott Society members (Classes of 1957–1976) are also warmly invited to return.
Here’s the ultimate guide to getting Reunion-ready:
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Mark your calendar: 24–26 April 2026. Reunion registration will open in early January.
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Book your hotel: Rooms are available at The Forum Hotel on Darden Grounds, and additional Reunion hotel room blocks are now available throughout Charlottesville. These will fill up quickly, so snag your room now!
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Let us know you're coming! Complete this form to let your classmates know you plan to attend and to confirm your contact information so you don’t miss any Reunion communications.
Darden Reunion 2026 Poll
- Get involved: Interested in joining your Class Reunion Committee? We’d love your help making this Reunion extra special. Contact Allie Hayhurst at [email protected] to learn more.
We look forward to seeing you on Grounds next spring!
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What to Expect
Darden Reunion Weekend begins at 9 a.m. on Friday, 24 April, and concludes at Noon on Sunday, 26 April.
This is just a taste of what’s ahead. Stay tuned for details.
FRIDAY, 24 APRIL 2026
9 a.m. Reunion Check-In opens in Saunders Hall 9:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Classroom sessions with faculty and Alumni Career Services 6:30 p.m. Class Specific Events SATURDAY, 25 APRIL 2026
9 – 10 a.m. First Coffee 10 – 11:30 a.m. Dean’s State of the School Address & Abbott Award Presentation 11:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Foxfield Races Noon – 4:00 p.m Abbott Society, Darden Society, Cornerstone Society, and Volunteer Luncheon
Afternoon at Leisure (enjoy your free time on Grounds or participate in optional class-organized gatherings)6 – 9 p.m. Class Dinners 9 – 11 p.m. After Party at The Forum Hotel SUNDAY, 26 APRIL 2026
10 a.m. – Noon Darden Scholarship Student / Alumni Networking Brunch Alumni Career Services career coaching and headshots will be available by appointment throughout the weekend.
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How to get here
Make your travel plans and accommodations reservations early. Reunion weekend is a busy time in Charlottesville due to Foxfield weekend, weddings and other reunions. A variety of hotel blocks have been reserved for your convenience.
The nearest airports include:
- Charlottesville-Albemarle Airport (CHO),
- Richmond Airport (RIC),
- Dulles International (IAD)
- Reagan National (DCA).
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What to wear
Pack for Virginia Weather (Spoiler: It’s a Wildcard)
Casual attire is recommended for the weekend, as many events are scheduled to take place outdoors. Please prepare for the unpredictable spring weather in Charlottesville.
For the Foxfield Races, a fancy hat wouldn't be unwelcome!
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Where to stay
Make your travel plans and accommodations reservations early. Reunion weekend is a busy time in Charlottesville due to Foxfield weekend, weddings and other reunions. A variety of hotel blocks have been reserved for your convenience.
The Forum Hotel
540 Massie Road (.3 mile - Map)
+1-434-365-2600
Book online
The Forum Hotel, located on Darden’s Grounds and home to many Reunion events, tends to fill quickly. We encourage you to make your reservation as early as possible.
Additional Hotel Blocks Reserved for Darden Reunion 2026
The following hotels have reserved room blocks for Reunion Weekend. Availability is limited and may fill quickly. If a block is full or you have questions, please contact us at [email protected].
The Residence Inn by Marriott
Darden Reunion Booking Link
315 W Main St, Charlottesville, VA 22903 (2.9 miles- Map)
+1-434-220-0075
Last Day to Book: Tuesday, March 24, 2026The Draftsman, Charlottesville, University, Autograph Collection Hotel
Darden Reunion Booking Link
1106 W Main St, Charlottesville, VA 22903 (2.0 Miles- Map)
+1-434-984-8000
Last Day to Book: Friday, March 27, 2026Hyatt Place Charlottesville
Darden Reunion Booking Link
2100 Bond St, Charlottesville, VA 22901 (2.9 Miles- Map)
+1-800-993-4751
Last Day to Book: March 25, 2026Home2Suites by Hilton Downtown Charlottesville
Darden Reunion Booking Link
201 Monticello Ave Charlottesville, Virginia 22902 (5.5 Miles- Map)
+1-434-295-0003
Last Day to Book: March 25, 2026Hilton Garden Inn Charlottesville
Darden Reunion Booking Link
1793 Richmond Road, Charlottesville, VA 22901 (6.2 Miles- Map)
+1-434-979-4442
Last Day to Book: March 26, 2026Other Area Hotels
Below is a list of additional hotels near Darden. While we do not have room blocks at these locations, alumni are welcome to contact the hotels directly for availability and to make individual reservations. For more options throughout Charlottesville, visit the Charlottesville Visitor’s Bureau website. We encourage booking early, as spring accommodations fill quickly.
Sonesta Suites Charlottesville
1111 Millmont Street (.8 miles – Map)
+1-434-923‐0300Country Inn & Suites
1600 Emmet Street North (1.8 miles – Map)
+1-434-293-4600 or +1-800-830-5222Graduate by Hilton Charlottesville
1309 W Main Street (1.9 miles – Map)
+1-434-295-4333Oakhurst Inn
100 Oakhurst Circle (1.9 miles – Map)
+1-434-872-0100English Inn of Charlottesville
2000 Morton Dr (2 miles – Map)
+1-434-971-9900Courtyard by Marriott, UVA Medical Center
1201 West Main Street (2 miles – Map)
+1-434-977-1700 or +1-800-321-2211The Doyle
499 W Main St, Charlottesville, VA 22902 (2.5 Miles- Map)
(434) 205-0056Hampton Inn of Charlottesville (North)
2035 India Road (2.7 miles – Map)
+1-800-426‐7866 or +1-434-978-7888401Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Downtown
401 Cherry Ave (2.7 miles – Map)
+1-434-295-0100Homewood Suites
2036 India Road (2.7 mi. – Map)
+1-434-244-6200Omni Charlottesville
212 Ridge McIntire Road (2.8 mi. – Map)
+1-434-817-6627Boar's Head Inn
200 Ednam Drive (3.1 miles – Map)
+1-434-972-2227 or +1-866-996-7504Fairfield Inn Charlottesville North
577 Branchlands Boulevard (3.1 miles – Map)
+1-434-964-9411Courtyard Charlottesville
638 Hillsdale Drive (3.9 mi. – Map)
+1-434-973-7100 -
Additional Information
PARKING INFORMATION
Complimentary parking is available in the Darden parking garage for all reunion attendees.
INTERNET ACCESS
Enjoy free Wi-Fi on guest networks throughout Grounds.
ABBOTT SOCIETY HOSPITALITY LOUNGE
Classes of 1957-1975 are invited to enjoy an exclusive hospitality lounge during registration hours (9 a.m. - 6 p.m.) on Friday and Saturday. Relax, enjoy complimentary snacks and beverages, and connect with classmates.
SUSTAINABILITY
Darden is committed to environmental sustainability. Bring your travel mug for First Coffee and a reusable water bottle to reduce waste. Water filling stations are available in Saunders Hall.
DISCLAIMER
Portions of this event may be recorded by the UVA Darden School of Business. All persons entering the event consent to the use of their photograph, video, image, voice and likeness in the program, and in promotion therefor, in any and all media, throughout the universe, in perpetuity, without remuneration. Do not enter the event space if you do not consent to the use of your photograph, video, image, voice and/or likeness in this manner.
HICKORY CLUB APPRECIATION
Our loyal Hickory Club members will receive a special gift at registration. This club honors consistent donors for a minimum of three years, symbolizing Darden alumni loyalty. -
Alumni Career Services
OFFICE HOURS
THURSDAY, FRIDAY AND SATURDAY
Seeking guidance on job search, making a career switch, career retirement, executive coaching or your venture?
Book a complimentary, personalized 30-minute session with an ACS or Batten coach on Thursday, Friday or Saturday.
Appointments will open two weeks before Reunion Weekend in the CVent App. You will receive an email in April with an invitation to book your appointment.
Darden Reunion Weekend begins at 9 a.m. on Friday, 24 April, and concludes at Noon on Sunday, 26 April.
This is just a taste of what’s ahead. Stay tuned for details.
FRIDAY, 24 APRIL 2026
| 9 a.m. | Reunion Check-In opens in Saunders Hall |
| 9:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. | Classroom sessions with faculty and Alumni Career Services |
| 6:30 p.m. | Class Specific Events |
SATURDAY, 25 APRIL 2026
| 9 – 10 a.m. | First Coffee |
| 10 – 11:30 a.m. | Dean’s State of the School Address & Abbott Award Presentation |
| 11:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. | Foxfield Races |
| Noon – 4:00 p.m | Abbott Society, Darden Society, Cornerstone Society, and Volunteer Luncheon Afternoon at Leisure (enjoy your free time on Grounds or participate in optional class-organized gatherings) |
| 6 – 9 p.m. | Class Dinners |
| 9 – 11 p.m. | After Party at The Forum Hotel |
SUNDAY, 26 APRIL 2026
| 10 a.m. – Noon | Darden Scholarship Student / Alumni Networking Brunch |
Alumni Career Services career coaching and headshots will be available by appointment throughout the weekend.
Make your travel plans and accommodations reservations early. Reunion weekend is a busy time in Charlottesville due to Foxfield weekend, weddings and other reunions. A variety of hotel blocks have been reserved for your convenience.
The nearest airports include:
- Charlottesville-Albemarle Airport (CHO),
- Richmond Airport (RIC),
- Dulles International (IAD)
- Reagan National (DCA).
Pack for Virginia Weather (Spoiler: It’s a Wildcard)
Casual attire is recommended for the weekend, as many events are scheduled to take place outdoors. Please prepare for the unpredictable spring weather in Charlottesville.
For the Foxfield Races, a fancy hat wouldn't be unwelcome!
Make your travel plans and accommodations reservations early. Reunion weekend is a busy time in Charlottesville due to Foxfield weekend, weddings and other reunions. A variety of hotel blocks have been reserved for your convenience.
The Forum Hotel
540 Massie Road (.3 mile - Map)
+1-434-365-2600
Book online
The Forum Hotel, located on Darden’s Grounds and home to many Reunion events, tends to fill quickly. We encourage you to make your reservation as early as possible.
Additional Hotel Blocks Reserved for Darden Reunion 2026
The following hotels have reserved room blocks for Reunion Weekend. Availability is limited and may fill quickly. If a block is full or you have questions, please contact us at [email protected].
The Residence Inn by Marriott
Darden Reunion Booking Link
315 W Main St, Charlottesville, VA 22903 (2.9 miles- Map)
+1-434-220-0075
Last Day to Book: Tuesday, March 24, 2026
The Draftsman, Charlottesville, University, Autograph Collection Hotel
Darden Reunion Booking Link
1106 W Main St, Charlottesville, VA 22903 (2.0 Miles- Map)
+1-434-984-8000
Last Day to Book: Friday, March 27, 2026
Hyatt Place Charlottesville
Darden Reunion Booking Link
2100 Bond St, Charlottesville, VA 22901 (2.9 Miles- Map)
+1-800-993-4751
Last Day to Book: March 25, 2026
Home2Suites by Hilton Downtown Charlottesville
Darden Reunion Booking Link
201 Monticello Ave Charlottesville, Virginia 22902 (5.5 Miles- Map)
+1-434-295-0003
Last Day to Book: March 25, 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Charlottesville
Darden Reunion Booking Link
1793 Richmond Road, Charlottesville, VA 22901 (6.2 Miles- Map)
+1-434-979-4442
Last Day to Book: March 26, 2026
Other Area Hotels
Below is a list of additional hotels near Darden. While we do not have room blocks at these locations, alumni are welcome to contact the hotels directly for availability and to make individual reservations. For more options throughout Charlottesville, visit the Charlottesville Visitor’s Bureau website. We encourage booking early, as spring accommodations fill quickly.
Sonesta Suites Charlottesville
1111 Millmont Street (.8 miles – Map)
+1-434-923‐0300
Country Inn & Suites
1600 Emmet Street North (1.8 miles – Map)
+1-434-293-4600 or +1-800-830-5222
Graduate by Hilton Charlottesville
1309 W Main Street (1.9 miles – Map)
+1-434-295-4333
Oakhurst Inn
100 Oakhurst Circle (1.9 miles – Map)
+1-434-872-0100
English Inn of Charlottesville
2000 Morton Dr (2 miles – Map)
+1-434-971-9900
Courtyard by Marriott, UVA Medical Center
1201 West Main Street (2 miles – Map)
+1-434-977-1700 or +1-800-321-2211
The Doyle
499 W Main St, Charlottesville, VA 22902 (2.5 Miles- Map)
(434) 205-0056
Hampton Inn of Charlottesville (North)
2035 India Road (2.7 miles – Map)
+1-800-426‐7866 or +1-434-978-7888401
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Downtown
401 Cherry Ave (2.7 miles – Map)
+1-434-295-0100
Homewood Suites
2036 India Road (2.7 mi. – Map)
+1-434-244-6200
Omni Charlottesville
212 Ridge McIntire Road (2.8 mi. – Map)
+1-434-817-6627
Boar's Head Inn
200 Ednam Drive (3.1 miles – Map)
+1-434-972-2227 or +1-866-996-7504
Fairfield Inn Charlottesville North
577 Branchlands Boulevard (3.1 miles – Map)
+1-434-964-9411
Courtyard Charlottesville
638 Hillsdale Drive (3.9 mi. – Map)
+1-434-973-7100
PARKING INFORMATION
Complimentary parking is available in the Darden parking garage for all reunion attendees.
INTERNET ACCESS
Enjoy free Wi-Fi on guest networks throughout Grounds.
ABBOTT SOCIETY HOSPITALITY LOUNGE
Classes of 1957-1975 are invited to enjoy an exclusive hospitality lounge during registration hours (9 a.m. - 6 p.m.) on Friday and Saturday. Relax, enjoy complimentary snacks and beverages, and connect with classmates.
SUSTAINABILITY
Darden is committed to environmental sustainability. Bring your travel mug for First Coffee and a reusable water bottle to reduce waste. Water filling stations are available in Saunders Hall.
DISCLAIMER
Portions of this event may be recorded by the UVA Darden School of Business. All persons entering the event consent to the use of their photograph, video, image, voice and likeness in the program, and in promotion therefor, in any and all media, throughout the universe, in perpetuity, without remuneration. Do not enter the event space if you do not consent to the use of your photograph, video, image, voice and/or likeness in this manner.
HICKORY CLUB APPRECIATION
Our loyal Hickory Club members will receive a special gift at registration. This club honors consistent donors for a minimum of three years, symbolizing Darden alumni loyalty.
OFFICE HOURS
THURSDAY, FRIDAY AND SATURDAY
Seeking guidance on job search, making a career switch, career retirement, executive coaching or your venture?
Book a complimentary, personalized 30-minute session with an ACS or Batten coach on Thursday, Friday or Saturday.
Appointments will open two weeks before Reunion Weekend in the CVent App. You will receive an email in April with an invitation to book your appointment.
Reunion Giving
You came here once for possibility. Now you can invest in it. Be the reason someone else gets their First Coffee moment.