Wentworth Weekend
Wentworth Institute of Technology is thrilled to welcome you to Wentworth Weekend — a celebration for students, their families, our alumni, faculty, and friends! This exciting campus tradition brings the whole community together for a weekend full of energy, connection and pride. Join us for family-friendly activities, spirited varsity athletic events, hands-on learning opportunities, career networking, alumni gatherings and so much more. It's the perfect time to reconnect, make new memories and experience the best of Wentworth!
Registration Opens Soon!
- Dates: Friday, October 23 – Sunday, October 25, 2026
- Location: Wentworth Institute of Technology - 550 Huntington Ave. Boston, MA 02115
- Wayfinding signage will be available on campus to help you find your way around.
- Pricing Details:
Saturday, October 24 - Lunch on the Quad
Alumni, Families & Guests: $15.00 per person
Wentworth Students & Children Under 10: Free - Saturday, October 24 – Athletics Lot Party
Alumni, Families & Guests 21+: $10.00 per person
Wentworth Students & Guest under 21: Free - Black & Gold Society (Classes of 1976 and Older) and 1904 Society: $50 per person
(Includes access to the Black & Gold Society and 1904 Society Brunch on Friday, hands-on project in Accelerate, and the Saturday BBQ Lunch on the Quad)
Note: Offsite ticketed events have separate pricing and are limited to first come, first serve. If you plan to take part in these events, we highly recommend you purchase your tickets upon registration. Please refer to the Events Schedule below for full details.
Refund Policy: All sales are final. This includes but is not limited to tickets for Black & Gold and 1904 Society Activities, lunch tickets, and any offsite events. We cannot offer refunds regardless of weather, scheduling conflicts, or personal circumstances. By purchasing tickets, you acknowledge and accept this policy.
Schedule of Events:
Friday, October 23, 2026
REGISTRATION/CHECK-IN & TICKET PICK UP 11:30 AM -1:30 PM & 3:00 – 5:00 PM
When you arrive on campus, please come to Beatty Hall. Take the elevator or stairs down 1 level to the ground floor and check-in here. *All tickets pre-purchased for off-campus events will be distributed at check-in. Wayfinding signage will be available on campus to help you find your way around.*
General Activities
12:30 PM: Campus Tour starting in Center for Engineering, Innovation & Sciences (CEIS) Lobby
Take a guided tour of campus with our Admissions Tour Staff!
1:00 - 4:00 PM: Campus Community Fest on the Quad
The event will include music, food and crafting/fall activities.
5:30 PM: Student Startup Competition & Market Place in Watson Auditorium
*Student Marketplace opens at XX PM!*
Mark your calendars for the third annual Leopard Launch Startup Competition, brought to you by Accelerate, Wentworth’s Innovation and Entrepreneurship Center! In this high-energy, Wentworth Weekend highlight, student entrepreneurs will take the stage to pitch their innovative startups to a panel of judges in just 5 minutes, competing for three big cash prizes. Immediately following, the audience can dive into the Leopard Launch marketplace, where even more student founders will be showcasing and selling their products and services. Cast your vote for the fan favorite and experience the next generation of Wentworth’s innovators in action!
8:30 PM: Bingo - Watson Auditorium
Black & Gold Society and 1904 Society Activities
*Wayfinding signage will be available on campus to help you find your way around.*
9:00 AM: Registration - Black & Gold Society and 1904 Society - CEIS LOBBY
Come to CEIS Lobby before the day's first activity to check-in, receive your welcome packet and mementos, and meet the Lifetime Engagement Team.
10:00 AM: Black &Gold Society & 1904 Society Brunch: An exclusive alumni society honoring graduates celebrating their 50th reunion (1976) and beyond.
12:30 PM Campus Tour - Take a guided tour of campus. Meet in the Center for Engineering, Innovation and Sciences (CEIS) Lobby.
1:30 PM: Back to Class
Step back into the classroom and explore one of today's most talked-about innovations. This special "Back to Class" session for Black & Gold and 1904 Society members will examine the growing influence of Artificial Intelligence and its impact on everyday life, business, and higher education.
Saturday, October 24, 2026
REGISTRATION/CHECK-IN & TICKET PICK UP 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
When you arrive on campus, please come to Beatty Hall. Take the elevator or stairs down 1 level to the ground floor and check-in here. *All tickets pre-purchased for off-campus events will be distributed at check-in. Wayfinding signage will be available on campus to help you find your way around.*
General Activities
9:30 AM: Coffee with President Thompson in Center for Engineering, Innovation & Sciences (CEIS) Lobby
Start your morning having coffee with President Mark Thompson! Mingle with other guests, faculty, and staff.
10:00 AM: Wentworth Men's Alumni Soccer Game on NEW Sweeney Field
Come play in a casual soccer game or catch up with former teammates and other men’s soccer alumni. (New Sweeney Field located at 600 Parker Street)
10:30 AM – 3:30 PM: Fall Carnival on the Quad
Join us on the quad for fun, games and inflatables!
11:00 AM: Alumni Showcase #1
12:00 - 2:00 PM: Lunch on the Quad
$15 per person - note that all Wentworth students and children under 10 eat for free.
12:30 PM: Wentworth Men’s Soccer Game vs. Suffolk on New Sweeney Field located at 600 Parker Street
1:00 - 3:30 PM: Campus Tours starting in Sweeney Pavilion, Beatty Hall
Take a guided tour of campus with our Admissions Tour Staff. Tours will leave every 10-15 mins. (Tours do not visit on campus housing)
2:00 PM: Alumni Showcase #2
2:30-4:30 PM: Athletics Lot Party, East Lot | Alumni, Families & Guests 21+: $10.00 per person
Wentworth Students & Guest under 21: Free
Join us between the varsity men's and women's soccer games for the Wentworth Weekend Athletics Lot Party! Open to all Wentworth Weekend attendees, this casual gathering offers alumni, families, students, and friends an opportunity to connect, celebrate, and enjoy the excitement of game day. Food and refreshments will be available, along with beer and wine service for guests 21 and over. Stop by, reconnect with the Wentworth community, and cheer on our Leopards together.
3:30 PM: Wentworth Women’s Soccer Game vs. Suffolk on New Sweeney Field located at 600 Parker Street)
3:30 PM: Wentworth Women’s Soccer Game vs. Western New England on New Sweeney Field located at 600 Parker Street)
5:00 PM: Reunions and Class Mixer | $18 Per Person [Offsite activity]
Reunion Classes (classes ending in 1 and 6) and ALL alumni are invited to Time Out Market for a fun and engaging opportunity to reconnect with classmates and build new connections across class years.
6:00 PM: Old Town Trolley Tour | $35 Per Person [Offsite activity]
LOCATION: 200 Atlantic Avenue, Boston MA 02110
Note: Tickets must be purchased in advance. Trolley leaves on time. Please plan accordingly to be there a little before departure time. Tickets are limited, first come, first serve and are non-refundable.
6:00 PM: Ghosts and Graveyard Trolley Tour | $40 Per Person [Offsite activity]
LOCATION: 200 Atlantic Avenue, Boston MA 02110
Note: Tickets must be purchased in advance. This Tour may not be suitable for children under 13 years of age. Due to the loud noises on our tour, children under the age of 6 are not allowed onboard. Tour runs most dark and stormy nights so dress appropriately. Part of the tour is walking. Wear comfortable shoes. Trolley leaves on time. Please plan accordingly to be there a little before departure time. Tickets are limited, first come, first serve and are non-refundable.
7:00 PM: On Campus Entertainment – Comedy Show
*Cash bar available 21+
7:00 PM: Class Dinners on their own (Lifetime Engagement Team)
Sunday, October 25, 2026
9:00 - 11:00 AM: Final Ticket Pick Up, Sweeney Pavilion, Beatty Hall
9:00 AM: Coffee & Donuts in Sweeney Pavilion, Beatty Hall
11:00 AM Duck Boat Tour | $40 Per Person [Offsite Activity]
Prudential Center - 53 Huntington Ave, Boston, MA 02116
Note: Tickets must be purchased in advance. Duck Boats leave on time, please plan accordingly to be there a little before departure time. Tickets are limited, first come, first serve and are non-refundable.
11:00 AM - 9:00 PM: View Boston 360 Experience | $25 Per Person [Offsite Activity]
Prudential Center - 800 Boylston St, Boston, MA 02199
Note: Tickets must be purchased in advance. Tickets to View Boston are valid for the whole day. Guests can visit the Experience anytime between 11am and 9pm. Tickets are limited, first come, first serve and are non-refundable.
Questions?
Please email The Wentworth Weekend Team, wentworthweekend@wit.edu.
Have Any Questions?
Please email The Wentworth Weekend Team - wentworthweekend@wit.edu
Transportation and Lodging Information
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Parking and Public Transportation
Wentworth Institute of Technology is located at 550 Huntington Avenue, Boston, MA.
For rideshare drop off, we recommend using 555 Parker Street which will drop you off at the walkway near the Tansey Gymnasium next to the Center for Engineering, Innovation and Sciences (CEIS) Building.
Public transportation
- Check the MBTA website and Commuter Rail website for schedules. The mass transit system undergoes periodic disruption as they repair and update the tracks and equipment. We will post any known disruptions as soon as we receive notification but urge you to visit their sites for information.
Driving/Parking
Where is parking for students, guests and those needing accommodations?
Free Guest Parking is available in the following locations - it is first come, first-serve and not guaranteed:
- FREE General Parking is available as follows - it is first come, first-serve, and NOT guaranteed:
- Mindoro Lot: 20 Mindoro Street, Boston
- Halleck Street Garage: 100 Halleck Street, Boston
- Annex Lot: 55 Annunciation Road, Boston - behind the building near the Greek Orthodox Church
- Parker Street Garage at Sweeney Field: new garage at 119 Halleck Street, Boston (electric charging stations available)
- PARKING NEARBY: There are several additional parking garages within walking distance to Wentworth. You can pay and park there for the day.
- Museum of Fine Arts Garage: 20 Museum Road, Boston
- Renaissance Parking Garage: 835 Columbus Ave, Boston
- Longwood Galleria Garage: 350 Longwood Ave, Boston
- Simmons University Garage: 86 Avenue Louis Pasteur, Boston
- MASCO Garage: 375 Longwood Ave, Boston
- PARKING APP: Try Spot Hero - it will locate a garage near our address - 550 Huntington Avenue and provide the walking distance, price and availability to reserve in advance.
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Lodging Nearby
Many of these hotels are within walking distance - be sure to check Groupon and other sites for best rates:
- Beacon Inn
- Boston Marriott Copley Place
- Brookline Courtyard by Marriott
- Colonnade Hotel
- Hotel Commonwealth
- Copley Square Hotel
- Fairmont Copley Plaza
- Hilton Garden Inn Boston Brookline
- Holiday Inn Boston Brookline
- Homewood Suites by Hilton Boston Brookline - Longwood Medical Area
- The Inn at St. Botolph
- Residence Inn Boston Back Bay-Fenway
- Sheraton Boston
- The Verb Hotel
- Westin Copley Place Boston
