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Upcoming Alumni events

At SFU, alumni connection doesn’t stop at graduation—it grows stronger with every shared experience.

We have a number of exciting events happening for alumni around the world—we're making big plans for 2026! Look below for upcoming events; more to be added!

DYK: In 2025, the SFU Alumni team hosted more than 70 events, with over 1,800 people registered!

Giving Day 2026

Giving Day is a 24-hour celebration of philanthropy when everyone in our community comes together to create transformational change. For the first time in SFU history, our students, faculty, staff, alumni, and friends are uniting on a single day to raise funds in support of causes you care about—and to make a difference where it matters most to you.

  • When: 24-hours starting March 26 at 9:00 a.m.
  • Where: Online

Learn more & join us

SFU Reads

We have an online book club that is open to the entire SFU community—it’s also free to join and participate! Join us in reading How to Read a Book

  • Reading period: March 13 - May 15

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Press replay: Alumni arcade night

Game on! Step into a night of retro nostalgia in Toronto. With unlimited access to over 70 classic arcade games and pinball machines included with entry, you'll have all night to challenge your fellow alumni between rounds of great eats and beverages. Come for the games, stay for the company!

  • When: Thursday, April 9, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
  • Where: FreePlay Arcade Bar, Toronto
  • Tickets: Alumni $10 | Non‑alumni $15 

Learn more and register by April 2

2026 Outstanding Alumni Awards

Please join us on Thursday, April 16 for the 2026 SFU Outstanding Alumni Awards in Vancouver as we honour visionaries, creators, changemakers, and community builders whose many contributions are shaping a more inclusive, sustainable future.

  • When: Thursday, April 16
  • Where: The Fei and Milton Wong Experimental Theatre, Vancouver

Learn more about the awards

SFU Alumni Hockey Night in Edmonton | Oilers vs. Canucks

Join fellow alumni and celebrate the end of the NHL regular season at Rogers Place, where the Edmonton Oilers face the Vancouver Canucks!

  • When: Thursday, April 16, 7:00 p.m. MDT
  • Where: Rogers Place, Edmonton

Join the waitlist

Alumni Dinner in Hong Kong

Connect with fellow alumni over a Japanese-influenced contemporary dining experience at Honjo. The dinner and beverages will be provided.

This is one of our most in-demand alumni events, and space is limited. Register to join our guest pool, from which 14 guests will be randomly selected and notified on April 6.

  • When:  Tuesday, April 21, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
  • Where: Honjo, Hong Kong

Learn more and register by April 5

SFU's 60th Anniversary Alumni & Friends Reception in Hong Kong

You and a guest are invited to join us at the C-Suite Lounge for this celebratory reception! Complimentary food and drinks will be provided, and we’ll have some fun 60th anniversary touches to make the evening truly memorable.

  • When: Monday, April 20, 6:30 - 9 p.m.
  • Where: The Chelsea, Hong Kong

Learn more and register by April 13

Alumni & Friends Reception in Singapore

You and a guest are invited to a special SFU Alumni & Friends Reception at Social Bar & Bistro! Mingle with fellow alumni, grow your professional network, and enjoy complimentary food and drinks. 

Arrive early to participate in roundtable discussions on two special topics happening one hour prior to the reception.

  • When: Thursday, April 23, 6:30 - 9 p.m. (5:30 p.m. optional roundtables)
  • Where: Social Bar & Bistro, Singapore

Learn more and register by April 16

SFU Alumni Luncheon @ Web Summit 2026

Enjoy a casual drop-in luncheon during Web Summit Vancouver, offering alumni an easy way to connect and network

  • When: Wednesday, May 13
  • Where:  Mahony's Tavern, Vancouver

Learn more & sign up

Events we're working on:

The Alumni team is planning gatherings in Singapore, Hong Kong, London, Tokyo, South Korea, Calgary, Indonesia, and Malaysia...and more!

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Ongoing events

SFU Reads

We have an online book club that is open to the entire SFU community—it’s also free!

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On-demand webinars

Yes, we have webinars available for on-demand viewing!

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Did you know: SFU alumni have access to a variety of discounts, including to events and performances like the Vancouver Whitecaps FC, the Vancouver Rise FC, Broadway Across Canada, the PNE, and many more!

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