9 a.m.–4:45 p.m. From Vision to Reality: The Appalachian Trail from Then to Now
Rauner Library
With the Appalachian Trail Conservancy celebrating its 100th anniversary in 2025, this retrospective looks back at the original idea that created the Appalachian Trail, and what keeps the Trail alive today. The exhibit was curated by Dakota Jackson, Senior Director of Visitor Experience at the Appalachian Trail Conservancy, and Morgan Swan, Special Collections Librarian for Teaching and Scholarly Engagement at Dartmouth Libraries. The exhibit will be on display in Rauner Special Collections Library’s Class of 1965 Galleries in Webster Hall from September 15th through December 12th, 2025.
12–6 p.m. Homecoming Welcome Tent
Blunt Alumni Center
Say hello and pick up some Dartmouth Homecoming swag!
2–4 p.m. Navigating College Admissions
Gilman Auditorium, Hood Museum of Art
Led by Kathryn Bezella, Assistant Vice President and Dean of Undergraduate Admissions, the Navigating College Admissions program introduces participants to the selective admissions process. Workshop participants will review aspects of sample college applications, engage in a discussion about the applications, and learn first-hand about the important factors that shape a student’s candidacy. Registration is required.
2:20–4 p.m. Baker Bell Tower Tours
Baker Library Information Desk
Groups will take the tour in order of their group number. Each tour will take approximately 20 minutes. This is a hands-free experience: each person must be able to navigate many steep steps and a ladder on his/her own. Individuals who have issues with height or tight spaces are discouraged from participating. Online signup is required.
5–7:30 p.m. DARToberfest
Lewinstein Athletic Center West Lawn Tent
Dartmouth Alumni Relations invites the entire Dartmouth community to join us before the parade starts for food, drink and fun! Beer service is limited to alumni and guests 21 years of age or older (photo ID required).
7:45–8:15 p.m. Dartmouth Night Parade
8:15 p.m. Dartmouth Night Ceremonies
Dartmouth Green
8:30 p.m. Bonfire on the Green
Dartmouth Green
Cheer for the Class of 2029 as they celebrate the warmth of the Dartmouth spirit.
8:30–9:30 p.m. Post-Glow Gathering for Alumni, Families, and Friends
Blunt Alumni Center Lawn
Stay warm with the spark of the Dartmouth spirit. Enjoy refreshments and mingle with alumni from around the globe.
8:45 p.m. 1769 Society Reception
By invitation only.
