Parade of Classes 2026

Celebrate with the Class of 2026 by marching in the 21st Annual Alumni Parade of Classes at Class Day! Show, and share, your Columbia pride with the graduating seniors who on this day — one of the most inspiring of the year — will become Columbia College alumni.

Enjoy a light breakfast with fellow alumni in Lerner Hall, then march with your class banner to open the Class Day ceremony. After the parade, you are welcome to stay to hear the Class Day speaker, award-winning journalist, Sara Just CC'88.

Please ensure you are in Alfred Lerner Hall, Rm. 555, by 9:00 a.m. to line up for the parade.

Due to campus access, pre-registration is required. All individual guests over the age of three will need a ticket. All registration must be made before Tues., May 5.

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