2025 UA Black Alumni Weekend

Schedule

Sat Oct 04 2025 at 04:00 pm to 09:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

Status8 Elite Bar and Grille | Akron, OH

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Join us for a weekend of reconnecting, celebrating, and honoring our black alumni from the University of Akron in 2025!
About this Event

🎉 Alumni Hoedown Rodeo Day Party | Black Alumni Weekend 2025 🎉


Date: Saturday, October 4th, 2025

Time: 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM EST

Location: Status 8 at Elite Bar and Grille

Address: 370 Paul Williams Ave., Akron, OH 44311


YEEHAW, ZIPS! 🤠

Grab your boots, throw on your cowboy hat, and get ready for the ULTIMATE DAY PARTY EXPERIENCE during Black Alumni Weekend 2025 at The University of Akron!


The Alumni Hoedown Rodeo is back and BIGGER than ever — blending southern vibes with urban flavor for a one-of-a-kind celebration. This event is where culture meets country — with good music, great people, and nothing but positive energy all day long!


🎧 Music Curated by:

Vibes by Slouch – Spinning the best of Hip-Hop, R&B, Afrobeats, Trap & Throwbacks.


🎤 Hosted by:

Lisette – Bringing the energy and keeping the party lit all evening.


🎟️ TICKETS WILL SELL OUT!

Secure yours now – early bird pricing available for a limited time.



Event Features:

• Western-themed vibes with a modern twist 🎯

• Beautiful venue with full bar & food options 🍹🍗

• Alumni and friends from across the country 🫶🏾


• Twerking, Line dancing, crowd interaction, and much more!



Presented By:

Rob Will | Ashley Shantel | Rollo | J’lani


Come celebrate the legacy, culture, and connections of Black excellence at UA with this unforgettable Day Party Experience.


This is more than a party – it’s a HOEDOWN. Don’t miss it!



All Alumni Welcomed!

Dress Code: Rodeo Western-Inspired / Fly Day Party Attire

No Refunds – All Sales Final


#AlumniHoedownRodeo #UAHomecoming2025 #BlackAlumniWeekend #ZipsHoedown #AkronDayParty

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Where is it happening?

Status8 Elite Bar and Grille, 374 Paul Williams Street, Akron, United States

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Tickets

USD 23.18 to USD 39.19

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