Wesleyan Weekend 2026
Filled with traditions and events, Wesleyan Weekend has something for everyone! All NWU alumni, students, current parents, parents of alumni, family, and friends are welcome to attend.
For questions, contact NWU Alumni Relations at alumni [at] nebrwesleyan.edu (alumni[at]nebrwesleyan[dot]edu) or (402) 465-2568.
We look forward to seeing you this fall!
Wesleyan Weekend HQ
Story Student Center, main level
As you arrive on campus, stop by our Wesleyan Weekend HQ in the Story Student Center. Use this space as a meeting place for friends, rest up between events, get event updates and find answers to any questions during the weekend.
Friday, October 23, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Saturday, October 24, 8 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Courtesy golf carts will be available during the day on Saturday to assist you on campus.
Self-guided campus tour
Take a walk down memory lane as you tour NWU's historic campus. You can pick up a printed guide describing favorite stops at the Wesleyan Weekend HQ or print a copy from our website.
Dining
Many Wesleyan Weekend events include food. You may also enjoy a convenient meal on campus.
Archway Café Hours
Story Student Center, lower level
Thursday, 7:30 a.m. – 10 p.m.
Friday, 7:30 a.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Saturday, 3 – 8:30 p.m.
Sunday, 3 – 10 p.m.
Prairie Point Dining Center Hours
Story Student Center, main level
Thursday and Friday, 7:15 a.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday, 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m., 5:30 – 7 p.m.
Prairie Wolves Bookstore Hours
Story Student Center, main level
Thursday and Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Saturday, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Lodging Options
All NWU Wesleyan Weekend guests may receive special hotel rates at the below establishments. To make a reservation please use the following phrasing—“I would like to make a reservation for NWU Wesleyan Weekend at the Nebraska Wesleyan negotiated rate.” Please book by the dates noted below.
Annabell Gardens
200 South 68th Place
(402) 483-4900
Reserve by October 5
Rate: $119
Courtyard Marriott Lincoln Downtown/Haymarket
808 R Street
(402) 904-4800
Reserve by October 1
Rate: $149
The Scarlet Hotel
2101 Transformation Drive
(531) 300-6300
Reserve by September 24
Rate: $139
Reunion Team Volunteers
Join others serving on your milestone class reunion team to help make the weekend a great success. Contact us at alumni [at] nebrwesleyan.edu (alumni[at]nebrwesleyan[dot]edu) or (402) 465-2124 to sign up. As a reunion team volunteer, you will:
- Encourage classmates and friends to attend your reunion and other Wesleyan Weekend activities (via social media, emails, phone calls, mailed notes, etc.) We can provide alumni contact information to help you connect!
- Find lost classmates through personal networks or online searches.
- Identify and plan special activities specifically for your class.
- Share Wesleyan Weekend content through your social media channels. To get up-to-date NWU info, please join and follow us on:
- Facebook = Nebraska Wesleyan Alumni
- LinkedIn = Nebraska Wesleyan University Alumni
- Instagram = @nwualumni
- Website - nebrwesleyan.edu/alumni
Connect with NWU
Stay informed as we plan Wesleyan Weekend as well as other events throughout the year. We also want to celebrate your accomplishments with you and others!
- Send us your updated contact and employment information on the Information Update page.
- Let us know about your recent life events or accomplishments to include in the “Class Notes” section of Archways Magazine at classnotes [at] nebrwesleyan.edu (classnotes[at]nebrwesleyan[dot]edu).