Mu Iota's 106th Pig Dinner Weekend: 100 Years at 600U
Join us in Moscow on March 6-7 for the 106th Norris Pig Dinner. We're celebrating "100 Years at 600U," a century since the opening of our iconic chapter house at 600 University Avenue in 1926. Jake Church '95 is the keynote graduate speaker, Ed Button '79 is the MC and Logan Johnson '26 is the undergraduate speaker. We'll also celebrate milestone anniversaries for the classes of 1966, 1976, 1986, 1996, 2001, 2006 and 2016. Registration for the entire weekend is $75 (plus taxes and fees), and $85 after Feb. 27. To register, follow the link or call 208-885-6154.
Full schedule and additional information on registration page.
Time Zone: Pacific.
Friday, March 6, 2026 – Saturday, March 7, 2026.
Best Western Plus University Inn.
For more info visit pigdinner106.eventbrite.com. Vandal Voyagers — Florence
Experience the true essence of enchanting Florence during a quieter time of year on this delightful, seven-night journey. Simply unpack once at your deluxe hotel and savor la dolce vita! Stroll through the city’s romantic piazzas and intimate streets, a veritable outdoor museum of Renaissance glories and appreciate Michelangelo’s David and the Uffizi’s incomparable art. Admire the striking Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, topped by Brunelleschi’s magnificent dome, and cross the Arno River by way of the famed Ponte Vecchio. At one of the city’s oldest cafés, delve into the social rituals behind Italy’s passion for coffee. You’ll also set off into rural Tuscany to take in the medieval splendor of hill towns San Gimignano, Colle di Val d’Elsa and Siena. Sip Italy’s renowned Chianti wine in the breathtaking countryside, plus watch and learn as a local chef whips up an authentic Tuscan lunch!
Time Zone: Pacific.
Friday, March 6, 2026 – Saturday, March 14, 2026.
Italy.
For more info visit id.ahitravel.com. Alumni Night with the DC Power Football Club
Hey D.C. Vandals, Join us for University of Idaho Night at DC Power FC — the newest professional women’s soccer team in Washington, D.C.! Cheer on DC Power as they take on Dallas Trinity FC and connect with fellow Vandals for an exciting night out at Audi Field. Event snapshot, Who: Vandal family and friends
When: 7 p.m. Eastern time Friday, March 12
Where: Audi Field, 100 Potomac Ave SW, Washington, DC 20024
Cost: Tickets start at $17.60. The Vandals will be in sections 125-129. Questions? Contact Sebastian Cognetti at scognetti@dcunited.com, Go Vandals!
Time: 7-9 p.m. Time Zone: Eastern.
Thursday, March 12, 2026, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Audi Field
100 Potomac Ave SW
Washington, DC 20024.
For more info visit www.gofevo.com. St. Patrick's Day Celebration in Spokane
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with your fellow alumni and friends at one (or both!) of our upcoming events in Spokane and Coeur d’Alene. We’d love to see you there for a festive evening of good company, great conversation and plenty of green. Order a St. Patrick’s Day T-shirt and wear it with Vandal pride!
Join us for a casual night out with fellow alumni at Shawn O'Donnell's. Enjoy food, drinks and the St. Patrick’s Day atmosphere — plus live music in the bar to round out the evening. Cost: Free to attend. T-shirt available for purchase in advance to be picked up at your chosen location. Limited sizes available on site.
Time Zone: Pacific.
Thursday, March 12, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Shawn O'Donnell's
719 N Monroe St.
Spokane, WA 99201.
For more info visit www.eventbrite.com. St. Patrick's Day Celebration
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with your fellow alumni and friends at one (or both!) of our upcoming events in Spokane and Coeur d’Alene. We’d love to see you there for a festive evening of good company, great conversation and plenty of green. Order a St. Patrick’s Day T-shirt and wear it with Vandal pride!
Kick off the weekend at Paddy's Pub, a Vandal-owned favorite, for a relaxed and social St. Patrick’s Day celebration with your fellow alumni.
Cost: Free to attend. T-shirt available for purchase in advance to be picked up at your chosen location. Limited sizes available on site.
Time Zone: Pacific.
Friday, March 13, 2026, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Paddy's Sports Bar
601 W Appleway Ave.
Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814.
For more info visit www.eventbrite.com. Vandals in the Desert
Save the Date!
Vandals in the Desert
Wednesday, March 18, 2026
4 - 6 p.m.
Thunderbird Country Club
Rancho Mirage, CA
Hosted appetizers and no-host bar
Dress: Country club casual/Vandal gear (no jeans and collared shirts for men)
Hosted by Dennis and Sherry Downer & Jim and Jodi McGee
Special guests:
Senior Director, Alumni Relations, Vicki Renfrow Sell
College of Agricultural and Life Sciences Dean Leslie Edgar
RSVP by March 14 to Shelly Robson at 208-791-7992 or shellyr@uidaho.edu.
Time Zone: Pacific.
Wednesday, March 18, 2026, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Thunderbird Country Club
Rancho Mirage, CA.
Spring Training and Golf in Arizona
Get ready for springtime fun in the Arizona sun! Vandals are headed to the Grand Canyon State March 20-22, for a fun weekend of relaxation and friendly competition. Join us to catch Major League Baseball spring training games before hitting the greens for a little golf on Sunday.
We’ll start the weekend with Vandal-discounted tickets and VIP experiences at the ballpark. Be sure to purchase tickets and register soon while spaces are available!
Colorado Rockies @ San Diego Padres
Root on the Padres from the Pavilion in the outfield!
When: Friday, March 20 (4:30 p.m. Arizona Time gates open, dinner at 5:30 p.m. first pitch at 6:10 p.m.).
Where: Peoria Sports Complex (16101 N. 83rd, Peoria, Arizona).
Tickets: $70/person. Price includes a ticket to the game and a delicious all-you-can-eat dinner ( All-beef hot dogs, grilled chicken breast, loaded macaroni salad, baked beans, assorted cookies, non-alcoholic beverages — water, lemonade, iced tea). A no-host bar will be available. Save your seat at …
Time: 4:30 p.m. Time Zone: Arizona.
Friday, March 20, 2026, 3:30 PM – 8:00 PM.
Peoria Sports Complex
16101 N. 83rd
Peoria, Arizona.
For more info visit vandalsspringtraining2026.eventbrite.com. Vandal Voyagers — Spain and the Douro River Voyage
Begin your journey exploring the Spanish cities of Madrid and Salamanca. Then embark on a 7-night Douro River cruise from picturesque, medieval Barca d’Alva to delightful Porto. Pass by storybook villages and steeply sloping countryside in one of Europe’s most unspoiled regions. Discover the Alto Douro’s winemaking history and witness beautiful tile artwork. Taste locally produced olives, almonds, breads and cheeses and of course, port–the famous sweet, fortified wine the area is known for. Augment your travels with the Lisbon Post-Tour Extension.
Time Zone: Pacific.
Sunday, March 22, 2026 – Wednesday, April 1, 2026.
Spain.
For more info visit idaho.gohagantravel.com. 17th annual Vandal Golf Tournament in Arizona
Join alumni and friends at the 17th annual Vandal Golf Tournament in the desert! This year, we're heading to the beautiful Superstition Spring Golf Club in Mesa.
When: Sunday, March 22 (shotgun start at 9 a.m. MT)
Where: Superstition Springs Golf Club (6542 E. Baseline Road, Mesa, Arizona)
Registration: $135 per player to be paid in advance at https://vandalgolfaz2026.eventbrite.com.
Join us bright and early for a shotgun start to the friendly competition. Registration includes a prize ceremony and post-golf soiree at the bar/patio area. All participants receive Vandal swag. Prizes will be awarded for: Lowest Team Score, Highest Team Score, Longest Drive Men, Longest Drive Women, Longest Putt, Closest to the Pin, Most Vandal Spirit,
Participants can register as individual players or as a group. Payment is due by Friday, March 13.
NOTE: The tournament is open to Vandal alumni and friends. If you are a friend of an alum, please include the alum’s name, email and phone number when registering for the…
Time: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Time Zone: Mountain.
Sunday, March 22, 2026, 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Superstition Springs Golf Club
6542 E. Baseline Road
Mesa, Arizona.
For more info visit vandalgolfaz2026.eventbrite.com. Wine tasting in Woodinville
Join your fellow Puget Sound alumni for a relaxed and fun evening of wine tasting at Patterson Cellars in beautiful Woodinville, Washington. Reconnect with local alumni while enjoying good conversation and great wine. Tickets include your first glass of wine and a selection of light hors d’oeuvres. Raise a glass with fellow Vandals and enjoy a wonderful evening of connection, community and Vandal pride! Cost: Tickets are $30 each before taxes and fees and include your first glass of wine.
Time Zone: Pacific.
Saturday, March 28, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Patterson Cellars
19501 144th Ave. NE, D-600
Woodinville, WA 98072.
For more info visit www.eventbrite.com. Spring 2026 Parent and Family Weekend
Join us this April for Spring Parent and Family Weekend 2026, a fun-filled celebration designed to bring Vandal families together! Enjoy a creative Paint Night on Friday, compete in a friendly Cornhole Tournament on Saturday, and wrap up the weekend with an evening of dinner and live entertainment featuring NYNY Dueling Pianos. With activities for all ages, it’s the perfect opportunity to make memories, connect and celebrate family on campus.
University Location: Jim Lyle Alumni Lounge - Gertrude L. Hayes Hall - Main Campus.
Friday, April 10, 2026, 8:00 AM – Sunday, April 12, 2026, 5:00 PM.
For more info visit www.eventbrite.com. 36th Annual Vandal Scholarship Fund Gala
We are thrilled to welcome you to the 36th annual Vandal Scholarship Fund Gala presented by Blue Cross of Idaho! This evening is dedicated to celebrating University of Idaho’s vibrant community and raising critical funds for the Vandal Scholarship Fund. Your generosity provides financial support to deserving student-athletes, enabling them to pursue their academic dreams and become the leaders of tomorrow. Doors open at 5 p.m. MT, Location: Boise Centre West, 850 West Front Street, Boise, Idaho, Register online to attend
The VSF Gala is our premier fundraising event of the year and features: A social hour and dinner , Silent and live auctions , Inspiring stories from our student-athletes and coaches , The opportunity to directly support scholarships that make a Vandal education possible, If you have any questions or would like assistance with registration or sponsorship opportunities, please don’t hesitate to reach out to Chris Hammond at cphammond@uidaho.edu.
Time Zone: Mountain.
Friday, April 10, 2026, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Boise Centre West
850 W. Front Street
Boise, Idaho.
For more info visit events.bakerauctionbenefits.com. Normandy — Honfleur
Discover Normandy’s proud traditions, dramatic history and authentic cuisine on this marvelous seven-night journey! Unpack once and set out to pay tribute to the sacrifice and valor of the Allied forces on D-Day. Visit Arromanches, Omaha Beach, the Normandy American Cemetery and other iconic sites associated with the pivotal World War II operation. Admire some of France’s greatest treasures, including the magnificent Mont-Saint-Michel and renowned impressionist art by Degas, Monet and Renoir. Plus, you'll savor flavorful wines with lunch at a stately, 10th-century castle and sample Normandy’s acclaimed Calvados apple cider brandy on an estate. Throughout your travels, experts share illuminating insights to enrich your experience.
Time Zone: Pacific.
Saturday, April 11, 2026 – Sunday, April 19, 2026.
France.
For more info visit id.ahitravel.com. 59th annual Lionel Hampton Jazz Festival
The Lionel Hampton Jazz Festival is one of the largest and oldest educational jazz festivals in the world. Enjoy hundreds of student performances, evening concerts with world-class jazz artists and nearly 100 workshops, clinics and special exhibits across the Moscow campus.
Time Zone: Pacific.
Wednesday, April 22, 2026 – Saturday, April 25, 2026.
Moscow campus.
For more info visit www.uidaho.edu. Ideas in Motion: Alumni Night at the Robotics Lab
Join us for Ideas in Motion: Alumni Night at the Robotics Lab to experience robots in action and explore the exciting work happening in collaboration with North Idaho College. You’ll enjoy food and drinks as you hear from University of Idaho leadership, connect with fellow alumni and have the opportunity to speak with students as they share their projects and research. We hope you’ll join us for an evening of discovery, conversation and connection — in the lab where ideas are always in motion. Cost: $10 for adults. Free for kids 18 and younger.
Time Zone: Pacific.
Wednesday, April 22, 2026, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Robotics Lab
North Idaho College
Hedlund Building, 420 N College Dr.
Coeur d’Alene, Idaho 83814.
For more info visit www.eventbrite.com. Vandal Voyagers — Nice, Monaco, Portofino
Immerse yourself in the best of the French and Italian Rivieras and Monaco on this exclusive and unforgettable itinerary, which takes you from Nice along the sparkling Mediterranean coastline to iconic Portofino and Monte Carlo. Experience the allure of the legendary Cote d’Azur during a 3-night stay at the deluxe Maison Albar-Le Victoria hotel. Then embark the Sea Cloud Spirit, a unique, luxurious, 3-masted tall ship. Under its billowing white sails, cruise to San Remo and Portofino, jewels of the Italian Riviera and to glittering Monte Carlo. Throughout, embark on memorable excursions, from strolling the historic old town of Nice, France’s chic coastal city, to soaking up the old glamor of Antibes, to savoring a private boat cruise to the idyllic villages of San Fruttuoso and Camogli. Accompanying you on your journey will be award-winning writer Jess Walter, author of the bestselling “Beautiful Ruins,” set in an Italian coastal town much like Portofino.
Time Zone: Pacific.
Tuesday, May 12, 2026 – Wednesday, May 20, 2026.
France, Italy.
For more info visit idaho.gohagantravel.com. Vandal Voyagers — Great European Journey
Embark on an exhilarating European adventure steeped in storied history, grand architecture and breathtaking scenery on this fabulous 12-day, 11-night itinerary. In Switzerland, discover unforgettable Montreux, hub of music and culture. Marvel at the beauty of Lake Geneva on a sightseeing cruise and the sweeping grandeur of the Alps during a panoramic train ride. Explore the picturesque towns of Gruyères and Basel. Then board the sumptuous Viva Enjoy, boasting luxurious amenities and impeccable service, to enjoy a deluxe 7-night river cruise. Soak up the timeless beauty of the Rhine and Moselle rivers as you wind past storybook towns, terraced vineyards and forested hills crowned by castles. After embarking in Basel, Switzerland, call at Strasbourg, France; Heidelberg, Germany; Rüdesheim; Cochem; Cologne and Amsterdam, Netherlands. Add to your amazing European exploration with an optional post-tour extension in Amsterdam.
Time Zone: Pacific.
Saturday, May 16, 2026 – Wednesday, May 27, 2026.
France, Switzerland, Germany, Netherlands.
For more info visit idaho.gohagantravel.com. UnWINEd Wine Tasting Cruise
"UnWINEd” with us on a wine tasting adventure with Beamers Hells Canyon Tours. Join us as we cruise up the Snake River aboard a comfortable jet boat while enjoying wine from Clearwater Canyon Cellars. Prepare to have your taste buds dazzled! The afternoon includes five tastings of local, award-winning wines, beginning with pours on board during the ride upriver. Our cruise will arrive at the private, riverfront Heller Bar Lodge, where a curated wine flight will be paired with thoughtfully prepared appetizers and stunning views of Hells Canyon. Afterward, we’ll make a leisurely trip back down the Snake River, returning to the docks behind the Holiday Inn in Clarkston, Washington. Space is limited, so please reserve your spot soon. To purchase tickets, please call Beamers Hells Canyon Tours at 509-758-4800 and ask for the University of Idaho alumni cruise. This event is for alumni and friends 21 years and older. Boarding will be at 1:30 p.m. with the cruise at 2-6 p.m. We will launch from the dock behind…
Time Zone: Pacific.
Sunday, May 31, 2026, 1:30 PM – 6:00 PM.
Beamer's Hells Canyon Tours Dock (behind the Holiday Inn)
700 Port Dr
Clarkston, WA 99403.