Alumni Night with the Spokane Chiefs
Calling all Vandal hockey fans! Join us for an alumni night with the Spokane Chiefs as the Chiefs take on the Vancouver Giants.
Each Vandal Night game ticket includes: One (1) main level or mezzanine level seat , One (1) limited edition Spokane Chiefs x University of Idaho shirsey, Ticket options: Main level (Section 112) – $40 , Mezzanine level (Section 218) – $30 , Children 3 and under – Free (must sit on a lap), That’s up to a $6 savings per adult, plus no ticket fees!
Already have tickets for the game and still want the exclusive shirsey? You can purchase one separately for only $21.
Friday, February 20, 2026, 7:05 PM – 10:05 PM.
Numerica Veterans Arena
720 W Mallon Ave
Spokane, WA 99201.
For more info visit spokanechiefsgroups.com. Vandal Ski Days at Brundage Mountain
When Vandals hit the slopes, it’s always a Vandal Ski Day!
Rock your silver and gold, grab your lift tickets early (they sell out fast!) and get ready for an unforgettable day on the mountain.
FREE BBQ + FREE SWAG
Take a slope-side break from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Mountain time at the bottom of Easy Street. Find us at the Vandal tent and flags. You can’t miss it!
We hope to see you on the mountain.
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When: Saturday, Feb. 21, 2026, 11a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: Brundage Mountain, bottom of the Easy Street run, McCall, Idaho
Cost: FREE!
Questions? Contact Sandy Larsen at sandyl@uidaho.edu or 208-364-4030.
Find more Vandal Ski Days at uidaho.edu/vandalskiday.
Time Zone: Mountain.
Saturday, February 21, 2026, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Brundage Mountain
McCall, Idaho.
For more info visit www.uidaho.edu. Vandal Ski Days at Pomerelle Mountain Resort
When Vandals hit the slopes, it’s always a Vandal Ski Day!
Suit up in your silver and gold and join fellow Vandals for an unforgettable day on the mountain.
FREE BBQ • FREE SWAG
Take a break from skiing or riding between 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. MT and join us in the parking lot for lunch. Just look for the Vandal flag — you won’t miss it! Lunch will be available on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last.
We can’t wait to see you on the mountain.
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When: 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday, March 1
Where: Pomerelle Mountain Resort, 961 E. Howell, Albion
Cost: FREE!
Questions? Contact Sandy Larsen at sandyl@uidaho.edu or 208-364-4030.
Time: 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Time Zone: Mountain.
Sunday, March 1, 2026, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM.
Pomerelle Mountain Resort
961 E Howell Canyon Rd
Albion, ID.
For more info visit www.uidaho.edu. Vandal Ski Days at Bogus Basin
Get ready for an unforgettable Vandal Ski Day at Bogus Basin. Join fellow Vandals for a full day on the mountain. Whether you’re carving turns or just soaking up the vibes, this is one ski day you won’t want to miss.
From Noon to 2 p.m. Mountain time, find the Alumni Relations team in the Buttercup lot for a free barbeque! Enjoy burgers, hot dogs, chips and a cookie, or bring your own lunch and connect with fellow Vandals. Be sure to pick up some free Vandal swag, too.
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When: Sunday, March 1, 2026, Noon to 2 p.m. for a free barbeque lunch
Where: Bogus Basin in the Buttercup lot
Cost: Lunch is free, but you’ll need to buy your own lift tickets at the mountain or the downtown sales office at 2600 N. Bogus Basin Road in Boise.
Lifts open at 9 a.m.
Full-day tickets: open to close
Half-day tickets: 1 p.m. to close
Night tickets: 4 p.m. to close.
Questions? Contact Sandy Larsen at sandyl@uidaho.edu or 208-364-4030.
Find more Vandal Ski Days at uidaho.edu/vandalskiday.
Time Zone: Mountain.
Sunday, March 1, 2026, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Bogus Basin
1754 Bogus Basin Rd
Boise, Idaho.
For more info visit www.uidaho.edu. Spring 2026 GradFair
At GradFair, Alumni Relations has organized a great set of vendors to ensure you are ready for graduation, commencement and life post-graduate! Be sure to visit us and our partners to ensure you have all the resources and information to make graduation memorable and stress-free. .
University Location: Clearwater-Whitewater - Idaho Student Union Building - Main Campus.
Monday, March 2, 2026, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Spring 2026 GradFair
At GradFair, Alumni Relations has organized a great set of vendors to ensure you are ready for graduation, commencement and life post-graduate! Be sure to visit us and our partners to ensure you have all the resources and information to make graduation memorable and stress-free. .
University Location: Clearwater-Whitewater - Idaho Student Union Building - Main Campus.
Tuesday, March 3, 2026, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
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 13
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. 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. 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. 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.