Alumni Events
Clarke’s Alumni Office is pleased to be able to host a variety of virtual events and experience for alumni near and far! Please visit our In Case You Missed It events page to access some of our virtual event recordings.
Phoenix, Arizona: Sunday, February 22, 2026
Mass and Brunch
Mass: 10 A.M. with brunch to follow | Complimentary with advanced registration
Xavier College Preparatory | 4710 N 5th Street, Phoenix, AZ 85012
Join Clarke University for Mass in the beautiful Xavier College Preparatory Chapel and stay afterward for a brunch in Founders Hall. It’s a chance to connect, visit, and spend time together on campus.
Menu:
Fresh Fruit Display
Breakfast Pastries and Assorted Danish
Butter and Seasonal Jam
Scrambled Eggs with Cream Cheese and Chives
Crispy Country Potatoes with Sautéed Peppers and Onions
Hickory Smoked Bacon
Vegan Steele Cut Oatmeal w/ Brown Sugar, Half ‘n’ Half, Dried Fruit, Mixed Berries, and Nuts Available on the Side
Coffee and Mimosas will be available.
Click here to Register
Questions? Contact the Alumni Relations Office at alumnirelation@clarke.edu or 563-588-6391
Dubuque, Iowa: Friday, March 20, 2026
Clarke Night w/ Dubuque Fighting Saints
Game Starts: 7:05 P.M. | $10 per ticket
ImOn Ice Arena | 1800 Admiral Sheehy Drive, Dubuque, IA 52001
You’re invited to join fellow alumni, current students, and our newest admitted students for a special Clarke Night at the Fighting Saints game. Admissions is hosting an overnight visit for admitted students, many of whom are close to joining the Clarke family. This event provides an opportunity to connect with them, share your experiences, and help welcome the next generation.
- Sit together in a dedicated Clarke section
- Hear a Clarke shoutout from the announcer
- Meet future and current students before the game
- Show your Clarke pride in the community
Your presence helps build meaningful connections for students who are preparing to take their next step. What stories or advice would you share with a future Clarkie?
Click here to purchase ticket(s)
Questions? Contact the Alumni Relations Office at alumnirelation@clarke.edu or 563-588-6391
Dubuque, Iowa: Thursday, March 26, 2026
Clarke Day Social + Tip Night
5:30 – 7 P.M. | Dimensional Brewing Company | 67 Main Street, Dubuque, IA 52001
Join fellow Clarke alumni and friends for a fun-filled evening at Dimensional Brewing Company! Enjoy great company, live music, and delicious food – all while supporting Clarke.
Live Music by Mark Zalaznik ’18
Enjoy country music with a little bit of classic soft rock by talented musician and Clarke alumn Mark Zalaznik ’18.
Food Trucks On-Site
Fuel up with delicious eats from Rice is Nice and The Hangry Hobo
Guest Bartenders
Raise a glass as Clarke faculty, staff, and alumni step behind the bar! All tips from the day will be generously donated to Clarke. Guest bartenders will be working in shifts throughout the event, with some serving for the entire duration. Guest bartenders include:
Dr. Norm Freund | Professor Emeritus
Louise Kames ’77 | Chair and Professor of Art
Julie Cirks ’06 | Vice President for Enrollment
Matthew Gagner ’18 |Head Women’s Volleyball Coach
Tucker LaBelle ’22 | Director of Lacrosse/Head Men’s Lacrosse Coach
Anthony King ’23 | Coordinator for Campus Activities and Leadership
Come for the drinks, stay for the community! This event is a great opportunity to reconnect with fellow alumni and faculty/staff while supporting Clarke.
No RSVP needed – just bring your friends and good vibes. CU there!
Dubuque, Iowa: Friday, May 8, 2026
2026 Toast to Tassels
11 AM | Following Commencement Rehearsal | Clarke Univeristy – Wahlert Atrium
Join us for Toast to Tassels as we celebrate the Class of 2026! Enjoy a complimentary lunch and raise a glass to honor their achievements. This event marks the 2026 graduates’ official welcome into the Clarke Alumni Association. It’s a moment to reflect, connect, and look forward to the future as part of our alumni community.
Click here to register
Questions? Contact the Alumni Relations Office at alumnirelation@clarke.edu or 563-588-6391
Dubuque, Iowa: Saturday, June 13, 2026
A Taste of Ireland – The Irish Music & Dance Sensation
7 P.M. Doors Open, 7:30 P.M. Show Starts | $45 per ticket
Five Flags Center |405 Main St, Dubuque, IA 52001
Join Clarke at Five Flags Center in Dubuque for the internationally acclaimed ‘A Taste of Ireland — The Irish Music & Dance Sensation’ — With over one hundred and fifty 5-star Facebook reviews, ‘A Taste of Ireland’ is exactly what it promises: a taste of everything you love about Ireland — with a generous helping of more. ‘A Taste of Ireland’ is a show with 100% live singing and dancing that fuses storytelling, modern Irish dance, tap, and contemporary performance to bring Ireland’s stories to life on stage.
Click here to purchase tickets
Questions? Contact the Alumni Relations Office at alumnirelation@clarke.edu or 563-588-6391
Milwaukee, Wisconsin: Friday, June 26, 2026
Milwaukee Brewers vs Chicago Cubs
Game Starts: 6:40 P.M. | $100 per ticket
American Family Field | 1 Brewers Way, Milwaukee, WI 53214
Join Clarke University for a homerun day as the Milwaukee Brewers play against the Chicago Cubs. Cheer on your team and enjoy game-day experiences for Clarke alumni, family, and friends.
Your tickets include admission to the game along with
- Full tailgate buffet featuring: Johnsonville bratwursts with sauerkraut, Vienna Beef hot dogs with onions, grilled burgers, chicken tenders, side salads, mac & cheese, kettle chips, assorted cookies, and unlimited soft drinks.
- Two complimentary Molson Coors domestic beers or Vizzy Hard Seltzers per adult.
- Private restrooms.
- Flat screen high definition TVs.
- Assigned seating
Perfect for families, friends, and all Clarke fans. Don’t miss this day of baseball, fun, and Clarke pride!
Click here to purchase tickets!
Questions? Contact the Alumni Relations Office at alumnirelation@clarke.edu or 563-588-6391
Dubuque, Iowa: Saturday, August 22, 2026
Dubuque Irish Hooley Music Festival
New Location! More details pending….
Visit the Irish Hooley Music Festival of Dubuque Facebook page for more information.
Clarke Homecoming 2026
October 9 -11, 2026
Save the date! Enjoy special events, share in fun traditions, build new memories, and reunite with fellow Clarke alumni during Clarke’s 2026 Homecoming.
Coming Soon…
Clarke’s Alumni Office is busy planning upcoming events in the following locations. Check back soon for more details!
- Dubuque, IA (multiple events)
- Arizona
- Florida
- Texas (stay tuned for cities)
- Virtual Experiences
- Washington (stay tuned for cities)
- Washington, DC
Athletic Events
Join us online to watch our athletic teams compete in the Heart of America Conference.
Visit clarkepride.com to view our upcoming schedule and watch the live-stream broadcasts.