October 16-18, 2026
Family, Friends, and Alumni Weekend is the University's time to celebrate the fall season in New England, honor our rich and spirited history, and enjoy the company of students and their families, faculty and staff, alumni, and all members of the extended Lasell Community.
We hope you will join us for Family, Friends, and Alumni Weekend!
Events
Friday, October 16
- Laser Welcome Dinner at Teresa’s Ristorante Bar & Pizzeria
4:30 p.m. – close
Enjoy a great meal with family and friends while also supporting the Senior Class Committee and Study Abroad Office! Please make a reservation ahead of! Please make a reservation ahead of time and make sure to mention Lasell University! -
All Alumni Reunion
6:00 - 9:00 p.m.Celebrate 175 years of alumni stories, memories and Laser Pride! Food will be served and alcohol will be available for purchase. Tickets are $35. or fill out this form for a $20 discount and opportunity to win free tickets.
Saturday, October 17
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Athletic Games
Come out to cheer on the Lasers!- Field Hockey 10:00 a.m., Grellier Field
- Men’s Soccer 2:00 p.m., Taylor Field
- Fall Fest, Arnow Quad
12:00 - 2:00 p.m.
This is a free event open to all attendees! Enjoy fall activities, carnival games, rides, and more!
- Lunch, Valuentine Dining Hall
11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Guests can purchase lunch upon arrival. Lasell students who have a meal plan do not need a ticket for lunch. They may swipe their Torch Cards.
- Historical Campus Tours, Hamel House, 221 Woodland Road
1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Learn about Lasell's historic past and tour Victorian houses in these 45 minute tours. - Multicultural Reunion, IC3/Dean's Cottage
12:00 - 2:00 p.m.
Open to alumni, parents, and friends - Alumni Beer Garden, Central Lot
2:00 - 6:00 p.m.
Free and open to alumni, parents, and friends- Visitors must be 21+ to enter.
- Pre-registration is required.
- Campus Ghost Tours, Hamel House, 221 Woodland Road
6:00 -7:00 p.m.
Tours last 45 minutes and begin at Hamel House on Woodland Rd. - CAB Bingo, Arnow Quad
7:00 p.m. - Bingo is a Lasell tradition. Come for a fun night and maybe win some prizes!
- Free and open to everyone! Spots are limited.
Sunday, October 18
- River Day Races & Celebration
11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Lasell’s River Day is one of the University's most beloved traditions, taking place for well over 100 years. Join us for this annual event, where students, family, friends, and alumni race down the Charles River in kayaks or traditional canoes. You can join a team (of up to six people) or just watch as these teams compete for bragging rights.
Transportation will be provided from the Arnow Campus Center from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Weekend Prizes
Anyone who donates to the Lasell Fund 175 campaign and is present at FFAW events throughout the weekend will be eligible to win a Lasell 175 prize pack giveaway, including a Lasell 175 branded Owala bottle, tote bag, and more!
Donations at any time count for eligibility, which means one donation will keep you eligible for prizes all weekend long! Must be present to win.
Family, Friends, and Alumni Weekend Information
If you have any questions about Family, Friends, and Alumni Weekend, please contact the Office of Student Activities and Orientation at studentactivities@lasell.edu or 617-243-2475.
Alumni Information
For more information regarding Alumni Events during Family, Friends, and Alumni Weekend please contact Anne Gaughen, Director of Alumni Engagement and Annual Fund: agaughen@lasell.edu or 617-243-2343.
Alumni Athlete Registration
For more information regarding Alumni Athlete Events during Family, Friends, and Alumni Weekend contact Aaron Galletta: agalletta@lasell.edu or 617-243-2188.
Accessibilty Accommodations
Guests who require accessibility accommodations, please e-mail studentactivties@lasell.edu
Parking
On-campus parking is extremely limited. If you would like to request accessible parking accommodations, please email Campus Police at parking@lasell.edu.
Alternatively Riverside MBTA Station is a 15-minute walk from campus. Riverside Station parking daily rate is $6 on weekdays and $3 on weekends.
Additional parking is available at 399 Grove Street, Auburndale.
On Saturday, October 17th, shuttle transportation between 399 Grove Street, Riverside and the Lasell University campus will be provided throughout the day, starting at 11:30 a.m. and continuing until 8:00 p.m. Campus shuttle stops will be at the Arnow Campus Center and Valentine Drive.