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.
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 | SOLD OUT
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.
SOLD OUT – Contact the Alumni Relations Office at alumnirelation@clarke.edu or 563-588-6391 to be added to ticket waitlist.
Dubuque, Iowa: Monday, June 22, 2026
Coffee with Clarke
10 A.M. – 11:30 A.M. | Free
Quigley Art Gallery |Clarke University | 1550 Clarke Dr., Dubuque IA 52001
Join our Clarke Education Faculty for an enriching discussion with fellow Clarke Education alumni. Let’s celebrate achievements, exchange valuable insights, and foster connections as we reflect on the past school year and anticipate a renewed beginning this fall.
A complimentary continental breakfast will be provided. This event is open to all Clarke Education alumni and their guests. No need to arrange for childcare—quiet activities will be available for children so you can participate in the discussion.
Click here to register
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 (2 tickets available)
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 ticket(s)
Questions? Contact the Alumni Relations Office at alumnirelation@clarke.edu or 563-588-6391
Brookfield, Wisconsin: Saturday, June 27, 2026
Coffee & Conversation
10 A.M. | Home of Alumni Halligan Czarnecki ’95 | Brookfield, WI
Join us for a morning with fellow Clarke alumni in the Brookfield, WI area! This casual gathering will be hosted at the home of Clarke Alumni Halligan Czarnecki ’95. Connect with old friends, meet new ones, and hear what’s happening at Clarke today. Light refreshments and food will be served.
Click here to register!
Questions? Contact the Alumni Relations Office at alumnirelation@clarke.edu or 563-588-6391
Rockford, Illinois: Thursday, July 16, 2026
Dinner on the Dock with Clarke
6:00 P.M. – 7:30 P.M. | $10 per person
Prairie St. Brewing Co. | 200 Prairie Street, Rockford, IL 61107
Join Clarke alumni for Dinner on the Dock in Rockford, IL! Gather with fellow alumni and co-host Alumni Board Member Kylee Miller ’12, at Clarke’s reserved space on the Dockside Patio while enjoying a summer evening set against the backdrop of the Rock River. Live music will take place from 6:00–9:00 p.m., and guests are welcome to stay and enjoy the entertainment after the Clarke gathering concludes.
Clarke will provide two drink tickets and a selection of heavy appetizers for registered guests. Guests are welcome to purchase additional drinks or a full meal separately.
Seating for the Clarke gathering is limited, so we encourage you to register early to reserve your spot.
Click here to reserve your spot!
Questions? Contact the Alumni Relations Office at alumnirelation@clarke.edu or 563-588-6391
Rockford, Illinois: Friday, July 17, 2026
Rockford City Market with Clarke
4 P.M. – 8:30 P.M. | Free
Meet at 4:30 P.M. in front of Disco Chicken | 212 E State St, Rockford, IL 61104
Join fellow Clarke alumni for an evening at Rockford City Market in downtown Rockford. Alumni Board Member Kylee Miller ’12 will help welcome alumni as the group gathers before exploring the market.
Clarke alumni are invited to meet at the designated gathering spot at 4:30 p.m. to connect, pick up a small Clarke gift, and enjoy time together before walking through the market. Alumni are welcome to explore the market together as a group or enjoy the evening at their own pace.
Theme: Art in the Alley
Main Stage: The Vince Chiarelli Band
Acoustic Stage: Clark Kelly
City Market features 40+ local vendors featuring baked goods, vintage clothing, handmade goods, flowers, and more in the heart of downtown Rockford. Bring the kids! The Rockford Park District is on-site every week, plus a rotating kids’ activity that changes each Friday.
Click here to let us know you’ll be joining us!
Questions? Contact the Alumni Relations Office at alumnirelation@clarke.edu or 563-588-6391
Peosta, Iowa: Saturday, July 25, 2026
Jack Maurer Memorial Golf Outing
First Tee Time 10 A.M. | $100 Individual Golf Entry, $25 Individual Meal Only
Timberline Golf Course | 19858 E Pleasant Grove Rd, Peosta, IA 52068
In February of 2011 Clarke University alumnus Jack Maurer ’02 passed away in an accident while teaching in South Korea. During his time at Clarke, Jack was a member of the baseball team, worked on campus during the summer, and was a familiar face to many. Jack was a good teammate and a good friend. He will never be forgotten. In honor of Jack’s memory, a scholarship fund has been created to benefit future Clarke students.
Since being established in 2011, the Jack Maurer Memorial Scholarship Fund has raised a total of approximately $36,000. With the objective of reaching and maintaining endowed status, award amounts are based upon the account balance and vary on a yearly basis. To date, approximately $8,000 has been awarded to 15 student athletes. The scholarship fund has reached endowed status and the Jack Maurer Memorial Scholarship will continue into perpetuity.
All proceeds from this event will benefit the Jack Maurer Memorial Scholarship. In order to help streamline the process, we ask that you please register for the outing, purchase addition dinner or make a gift to the scholarship.
Click Here to Register – Deadline for registration: Saturday, July 11, 2026
For more information please contact Blake Bradley ’02 at badgolfer79@yahoo.com or Justin Wenzelman ’02 at jdwenzelman@yahoo.com
Dubuque, Iowa: Saturday, August 22, 2026
Dubuque Irish Hooley Music Festival
Pre-Sale Tickets $20
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.
Click here to view schedule and register
Questions? Contact the Alumni Relations Office at alumnirelation@clarke.edu or 563-588-6391
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.