Class of 1976 – 50th Anniversary Celebration
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Class of 1976 – 50th Anniversary Celebration

Join classmates for a celebration in honour of the 50th anniversary of the Class of 1976. Catch up with old friends and meet new ones, while visiting new and familiar spaces on McMaster's campus.

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Class of 1976 – 50th Anniversary Celebration

When

June 12, 2026
10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Where

McMaster University - 1280 Main St W, Hamilton, ON L8S 4L8

Cost

$20.00


Event Details



Class of 1976 – 50th Anniversary Celebration

Join classmates for a celebration in honour of the 50th anniversary of the Class of 1976. Catch up with old friends and meet new ones, while visiting new and familiar spaces on McMaster’s campus. Come back to Mac for:

*faculty or study area coffee/tea socials
*celebratory Marché-style meal featuring a variety of themed food stations
*academic space visits
*tours/shows in unique campus spaces.

Come and enjoy a full day at your alma mater!

COFFEE AND CONVERSATION (Study area/Faculty socials) and STUDY AREA TOURS

Start the day with pre-lunch Coffee and Conversation with alumni from your study area, featuring 50th anniversary greetings from your faculty. Following lunch, stay for a guided visit to academic and social spaces of today’s students from your study areas.

Coffee and Conversation: DeGroote School of Business Atrium, 1st floor
10:15 a.m.


CLASS 50TH CELEBRATORY MEAL 
The main event of the day – a Marché style luncheon featuring a variety of themed food stations.

CIBC Hall, McMaster University Student Centre (MUSC), 3rd Floor
11:30 a.m.: Reception
12:15 p.m.: Lunch (Approximate)



For more information and to RSVP, please visit the event registration page.



RSVP date: Thursday, May 28, 2026

*Classmates and guests are welcome. This event has capacity limits and may sell out before May 28. Early registration is recommended – pre-registration of all attendees is required.*

Cost: $20 per person (includes morning refreshments, themed Marché-style luncheon with non-alcoholic beverages, afternoon shows/tours and campus parking. Cash bar at lunch for alcohol.)

Contact

Laura Escalante ( escalan@mcmaster.ca )

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