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Sept. 26–28, 2025
Homecoming Weekend: Zagapalooza Returns
Come home to Gonzaga for a weekend full of events and connection, including milestone class socials, special anniversary celebrations, Zagtoberfest, Bulldog Bash, and the historic inauguration of Gonzaga’s 27th president, Katia Passerini, Ph.D.
The weekend is filled with opportunities for connection, celebration and family fun!
Enjoy events highlighting:
- Gonzaga in Florence
- DeSmet Hall’s 100th birthday
- The 25th anniversary of the Hogan Entrepreneurial Leadership Program
- Cluster class gatherings
- A spirited Bulldog Bash featuring alumni band Delbert
Stay with Davenport Hotels and Save on Your Visit
Davenport Hotels is offering discounted room rates at participating locations for attendees of Zagapalooza. This special rate applies to stays taking place from Sept. 25 to Sept. 29. Use the booking link below and the code G70 to reserve your room.
- Davenport Louie: 10% off Best Available Rate on Standard Room Types
- The Davenport Hotel: 10% off Best Available Rate on Standard Room Types
- Davenport Tower: 15% off Best Available Rate on Standard Room Types
- Davenport Grand: 15% off Best Available Rate on Standard Room Types
- Centennial Hotel by Davenport: 20% off Best Available Rate on Standard Room Types
Registration Options and Pricing
All registration types include access to more than 15 events, many featuring exclusive giveaway items.
Gonzaga employees can access the Faculty & Staff rate in the Zagapalooza myGU Event Listing.
All-In Zag Package
$125
The All-In Zag Package includes:
- Admission to the Bulldog Bash
- Exclusive Gonzaga weekend tote with swag items
- Two entries in prize drawings at the Bulldog Bash
- One-time 20% off coupon at the ZagShop
- $10 of your package price will go to support student scholarships
Bulldog Bash Basics Package
$75
The Bulldog Bash Basics Package* includes:
- Admission to Bulldog Bash
- One entry in prize drawings at the Bulldog Bash
- One-time 20% off coupon at the ZagShop
- $10 of your package price will go to support student scholarships
*The Bulldog Bash Basics Package does not include the exclusive Gonzaga weekend tote with swag items.
À La Carte
No Fee
The À La Carte Option includes:
- Access to more than 15 events*
*Does not include admission to the Bulldog Bash or exclusive Gonzaga weekend tote with swag items.
Schedule of Events
Dress Code: Zagapalooza is a fun, casual weekend for Zags of all ages. Attire is informal — we encourage you to wear your favorite Zag gear. However, for those attending presidential inauguration events, please follow the specified dress code guidelines.
The schedule is subject to change.
Friday, September 26
Sept. 26
Inauguration of Katia Passerini, Ph.D., Gonzaga's 27th President Learn More >
McCarthey Athletic Center
Sept. 26 | 8:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. and 3:30–6:00 p.m.*
Hospitality Station & Check-in
Hemmingson Center Rotunda, John. J. Hemmingson Center, 1st Floor (West Side)
*Hospitality Station & Check-in will be closed during the Presidential Inauguration Installation Ceremony.
Sept. 26 | 6–9 p.m.
Milestone Class Socials
See below for individual location listings.
- 5-Year | Classes of 2018, 2019 and 2020
Flatstick Pub, 618 W. Main Ave., Spokane, WA 99201 - 10-Year | Classes of 2013, 2014 and 2015
Uprise Brewing, 617 N. Ash St., Spokane, WA 99201 - 15-Year | Classes of 2008, 2009 and 2010
Logan Tavern, 1305 N. Hamilton St., Spokane, WA 99202 - 20-Year | Classes of 2003, 2004 and 2005
David’s Pizza, 803 W. Mallon Ave., Spokane, WA 99201 - 25-Year | Classes of 1998, 1999 and 2000
Barrister Winery, 1213 W. Railroad Alley, Spokane, WA 99201 - 30-Year | Classes of 1993, 1994 and 1995
Dry Fly Distilling, 1021 W. Riverside Ave., Spokane, WA 99201 - 40-Year | Classes of 1983, 1984 and 1985
Jack & Dan’s, 1226 N. Hamilton St., Spokane, WA 99202
Milestone class socials will take place in a cluster format, bringing together three class years for informal events at various locations throughout downtown Spokane and around campus. Reconnect with friends, reminisce and toast to the Gonzaga spirit. All alumni are welcome — you don’t need to be part of the featured classes, and there is no cost to attend this event. Light appetizers will be available; beverages are no-host.
Saturday, September 27
Sept. 26 | 8:00 a.m.–4 p.m.
Hospitality Station & Check-in
Hemmingson Center Rotunda, John. J. Hemmingson Center, 1st Floor (West Side)
Sept. 27 | 9–10 a.m.
Setons Muffins & Yellow Sweaters
Career & Professional Development (CPD)
Lobby, Crosby Center, Main Floor
502 E. Boone Ave.,
Spokane, WA 99258
Reconnect with fellow Seton alumni over muffins and memories. Celebrate tradition, community and the yellow sweater legacy while engaging with current initiatives and opportunities at Gonzaga. Complimentary light refreshments will be available.
Sept. 27 | 9–11 a.m.
Military Service Community Coffee Social
Military, Veteran, Returning Adult Center (MVRAC)
730 E. Boone Ave., Spokane, WA, 99258
Connect with fellow student veterans, service members and military-affiliated Zags over coffee in a welcoming environment that honors service and fosters community within the Military, Veteran and Returning Adult Center.
Accounting Alumni Gathering: LIFO the Party
Jepson Lobby, Jepson Center
502 E. Boone Ave., Spokane, WA 99258
Accounting alumni are invited to connect over breakfast and champagne in a morning of conversation and community.
Sept. 27 | 10–11 a.m.
Gonzaga Dance Technique Class with Jessica Bertram Williams
Dance Annex
1110 N. Pearl St., Spokane, WA 99202
Join new Theatre & Dance faculty member Jessica Bertram Williams, assistant professor, for a lively techniques session designed to inspire movement and creativity.
Sept. 27 | 10 and 11 a.m.
Tours of the Myrtle Woldson Performing Arts Center
Myrtle Woldson Performing Arts Center
211 E. DeSmet Ave., Spokane, WA 99258
Visit this dynamic multi-use venue located at the west end of campus, and learn more about its performance spaces, history and upcoming productions. Tours begin at the main entrance.
Sept. 27 | 10 a.m.–noon
Gonzaga in Florence Event
Joann Jundt Lounge, John. J. Hemmingson Center, 2nd Floor (West Side)
702 E. Desmet Ave., Spokane, WA 99202
Explore current study abroad opportunities in Florence, preview Ben Joyce’s Florence Edition artwork and purchase commemorative tiles that will be displayed at Gonzaga’s Florence campus. Attendees will receive an exclusive GU souvenir at the event, while supplies last. Complimentary light refreshments will be available.
Campus Tours
Meet at the College Hall (Ad Building) Circle
502 E. Boone Ave., Spokane, WA 99258
Discover Gonzaga’s iconic spaces during student-led tours of campus. Learn about academic life, University history and the vibrant community that shapes the Gonzaga experience.
Sept. 27 | 10 a.m.–2 p.m.
Lincoln LGBTQ+ Resource Center Open House
Room 213, John. J. Hemmingson Center, 2nd Floor
702 E. Desmet Ave., Spokane, WA 99202
All alumni, students and friends are invited to stop by the Lincoln LGBTQ+ Resource Center for light refreshments and meaningful connections.
Sept. 27 | 11 a.m.–noon
Bing Crosby: Celebrating 100 Years of Entertainment
Wolff Auditorium, Jepson Center
502 E. Boone Ave., Spokane, WA 99258
In celebration of this special anniversary, join Lauren Harris, author of Bing, Himself, as she explores how Bing Crosby captivated audiences across radio, film, music and television, carrying his universal charm from his childhood home in Spokane to global fame. The Bing Crosby House Museum (located at 508 E. Sharp Ave.) will be open for special hours from noon to 4 p.m. on September 27 to accommodate event weekend visitors who wish to learn more.
Choir Alumni Gathering
Myrtle Woldson Performing Arts Center
211 E. DeSmet Ave., Spokane, WA 99258
Reconnect with GU Choir alumni at the beautiful Myrtle Woldson Performing Arts Center to reminisce about your choir experience at Gonzaga. Meet current Choir students and hear updates on choral music from the director of Choirs and Vocal Studies, Meg Stohlmann, D.M.A.
Sept. 27 | 11 a.m.–12:15 p.m.
Gonzaga Dance for Parkinson’s Class
Dance Annex
1110 N. Pearl St., Spokane, WA 99202
Open to all, the Dance for Parkinson’s program strives to builds coordination, balance, flexibility and strength through music and movement inspired by a wide range of dance styles.
Sept. 27 | noon–2 p.m.
ZagtoberFest
Foley Lawn and Bulldog Alley
502 E. Boone Ave., Spokane, WA 99258
Enjoy a spirited, family-friendly lunchtime event on Foley Lawn with no-host food and dessert trucks, a small petting zoo, lawn games, the Bulldog Beer Garden (21+ with ID), lemonade and water, a craft station and face painting. Attendees will receive an exclusive GU souvenir cup with a purchase at the beverage station, while supplies last.
Sept. 27 | 1–2 p.m.
DeSmet 100th Anniversary Photo & Open House
DeSmet Hall
602 E. Boone Ave., Spokane, WA 99258
Celebrate a century of DeSmet Hall with an anniversary photo and open house. Reconnect with this historic residence hall and the generations of Zags who’ve called it home. Attendees will receive an exclusive GU souvenir at the event, while supplies last.
Sept. 27 | 1–3 p.m.
“Carla the Rescuer” Screening and Q&A with Carla
Auditorium, John. J. Hemmingson Center, Lower Level
702 E. Desmet Ave., Spokane, WA 99202
Holocaust survivor Carla Peperzak’s inspiring story of courage, resistance and hope highlights the power of empathy and justice. Includes post-screening Q&A with Carla and her granddaughter.
Sept. 27 | 2–3 p.m.
Gonzaga Goes Global
Hemmingson 314, John. J. Hemmingson Center, 3rd Floor
702 E. Desmet Ave., Spokane, WA 99202
Join us for an introductory session on new travel opportunities for Gonzaga alumni through a partnership with Collette Travel. For 2026 there will be offerings to explore key biblical and cultural sites in Greece, visit American historical sites for the 250th anniversary of the United States, and a trip to Tuscany combining Italian culture, cuisine, and Gonzaga in Florence campus.
Sept. 27 | 2–4 p.m.
Hogan 25th Anniversary Alumni Panel & Social
Wolff Auditorium and Jepson Lobby, Jepson Center
502 E. Boone Ave., Spokane, WA 99258
Celebrate 25 years of the Hogan Entrepreneurial Leadership Program through an engaging alumni panel and community gathering honoring the program’s impact on innovation, leadership and service in the world. Attendees will receive an exclusive GU souvenir at the event, while supplies last. Complimentary light refreshments will be available.
Sept. 27 | 4:30 p.m.
Alumni Remembrance & Candle Lighting
The Grotto
Located between College Hall (Ad Building) and St. Aloysius Church
502 E. Boone Ave., Spokane, WA 99258
Pause for quiet reflection and honor the memory of alumni and community members no longer with us. Light a candle at the Grotto as a symbol of enduring connection, gratitude and remembrance at Gonzaga.
Sept. 27 | 6 p.m.
Bulldog Bash
Hemmingson Ballroom, John. J. Hemmingson Center, 3rd Floor
702 E. Desmet Ave., Spokane, WA 99202
Celebrate Zagapalooza with alumni band Delbert, Gonzaga Spirit Squad, giveaways, photo ops and leadership remarks — an evening of energy and connection with Zags past and present. Enjoy hearty appetizers, desserts and soft drinks. A cash bar will also be available for those interested. Attendees will receive an exclusive GU souvenir at the event, while supplies last.
Sept. 27 | 7:30 p.m.
Spokane Jazz Orchestra: The Swing of Oscar Peterson with Spokane Legend Brent Edstrom
Coughlin Theater, Myrtle Woldson Performing Arts Center
211 E. DeSmet Ave., Spokane, WA 99258
Sunday, September 28
Sept. 28 | 8:30 and 11:00 a.m.
Catholic Mass at St. Al’s
St. Aloysius Church
330 E Boone Ave., Spokane, WA 99202
Join one of the regularly scheduled morning masses at St. Aloysius. All are welcome to gather in faith, reflection and community during regularly scheduled liturgies.
Sept. 28 | 9–11 a.m.
Unity Brunch: Lavender and Alumni of Color Communities
Off-campus location
Learn more about our affinity communities, connect with fellow alums and meet with representatives from the Lincoln LGBTQ+ Resource Center and the Unity Multicultural Educational Center. Sponsored by the Gonzaga Lavender Alumni Community and the Gonzaga Alumni of Color Community.
Additional Campus & Athletic Events
Friday, September 26
Sept. 26 | 1–4 p.m.
Bing Crosby House Museum
508 E. Sharp Ave., Spokane, WA 99258
Free and open to the public.
Saturday, September 27
Sept. 27 | noon
Gonzaga Volleyball vs. San Francisco
Charlotte Y. Martin Centre
710 Lower Kennedy Dr., Spokane, WA 99258
Ticket purchase link coming soon.
Sept. 27 | noon–4 p.m.
Bing Crosby House Museum
508 E. Sharp Ave., Spokane, WA 99258
Free and open to the public.
Sept. 27 | 6 p.m.
Gonzaga Women’s Soccer vs. San Diego Purchase Tickets >
Luger Field
Gonzaga Soccer Field, Spokane, WA 99258
Ongoing Campus Event
10 a.m.–6 p.m.
From Angelou to Zeppelin: The A–Zs of Notable Gonzaga Guest Performers and Speakers, 1960 to 2010
Cowles Rare Book Library, Foley Library, 3rd Floor
502 E. Boone Ave., Spokane, WA 99258
The 28 performers and speakers in this exhibit show the great diversity of actors, comedians, singers, authors, politicians, civil rights activists, and beyond. Some of these performers were early in their careers, such as Led Zeppelin. The exhibit does not include commencement speakers.
