Alum Rowing Regatta and Celebration Weekend
Event Details
Why Attend?
Have a great time together! Reconnect and share the positive, good-hearted energy that defines Vassar Crew. Past coaches and current rowing students will join us—plus, families are welcome. Expect to eat, drink, and dance!
Cost
$0 — No registration fee! Just arrange your transportation and hotel accommodations, and we’ll take care of everything else.
Hotel Accommodations
Several group rate options are available. Book early to secure your preferred location:
- Hampton Inn & Suites
- Book online with the Vassar Crew Reunion link.
- Hampton offers multiple room options to help reduce costs.
- Holiday Inn Express
- Book online with the Vassar Crew link.
- 📞Or call 845-473-1151 and mention code VAC
- Courtyard by Marriott – Poughkeepsie
- The Heartwood at Vassar
- 12 rooms become available beginning August 20. Book online.
- 📞 Call 845-714-2000 on August 20 to reserve.
Schedule of Events
Friday, September 19
7:00 – 10:00 p.m. | Welcome Gathering at the River
Light refreshments, fire pit, holiday lights, and time to enjoy our Rowing community.
Saturday, September 20
7:00 AM – 12:00 p.m. | Rowing with Alums & Students
Arrive early and be on the water by 8:00 AM.
We have 88 seats to fill—7 eights, 5 fours—let’s row them all!
Post-Rowing | Big Brunch & Program at the River
1:30 – 4:00 PM | Choose Your Adventure:
- 3 to 4-Mile Hike with Students at Shaupeneak Ridge
- Boathouse Beautification – Help with fun painting projects alongside students
- Do your own thing – Explore or relax your way
6:00 – 11:00 p.m. | All Crew Dinner Under the Stars
Catered by Rossi’s. Short program followed by signature Vassar Crew ‘magic’—dancing, fire pit, stars, and the Mid-Hudson Bridge lights.
Sunday, September 21
8:00 – 10:00 a.m. | Farewell Brunch at the River
Gathering before heading home
Waiver
Date:
Friday, September 19, 2025 to Sunday, September 21, 2025
Location:
Hudson River Crew Facility
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