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.

Schedule and Registration

For questions, contact NWU Alumni Relations at alumni [at] nebrwesleyan.edu (alumni[at]nebrwesleyan[dot]edu) or (402) 465-2568.

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).