Great alumni events are about more than reconnecting with old classmates. They’re an opportunity to celebrate shared traditions, build new connections, and bring different generations of graduates together.

At Wolverine Pickleball in Ann Arbor, alumni gatherings don’t have to revolve around formal speeches or traditional networking. Our accessible, 78,000-square-foot indoor and outdoor campus gives guests plenty of ways to connect through games, food, drinks, and conversation.

Located just a short drive from downtown Ann Arbor, with plenty of free on-site parking, Wolverine is a convenient gathering spot for alumni groups from near and far. With space for smaller gatherings and events of up to approximately 300 guests, it’s a unique event venue in Ann Arbor for college reunions, alumni mixers, homecoming celebrations, and networking events.

Break the Ice With Activities Everyone Can Enjoy

Bringing together recent graduates, longtime alumni, and everyone in between calls for activities that appeal to different ages, interests, and skill levels.

At Wolverine Pickleball, guests can mix and mingle through a variety of experiences:

• Pickleball: Our 12 indoor courts offer opportunities for friendly competition, beginner-friendly Learn to Play instruction, and organized rotations that encourage alumni to meet new people.
• Bocce and cornhole: These casual outdoor games give guests an easy way to socialize while enjoying a little friendly competition.
• Outdoor recreation: Our outdoor activity spaces include sand volleyball, beach tennis, fire pits, and comfortable lounge seating.
• Indoor lounge: Alumni who prefer conversation over competition can relax, grab a drink, and catch up with old friends.

Nobody has to pick up a paddle to participate. Guests can move between activities or simply enjoy the social atmosphere at their own pace.

Celebrate Your School’s History and Traditions

An alumni gathering should feel personal to the school and the people who attended it.

For University of Michigan alumni, that might mean celebrating homecoming weekend with a little Maize and Blue nostalgia. Alumni from Eastern Michigan University, Washtenaw Community College, Concordia University Ann Arbor, and nearby Schoolcraft College can bring their own traditions and school pride into the celebration, too.

Of course, you don’t have to be a graduate of a local school! Wolverine welcomes alumni associations, regional chapters, reunion committees, and university groups from across Michigan and beyond looking to reconnect in Ann Arbor.

Add a personal touch with alma mater trivia featuring campus traditions, school history, memorable sports moments, and pop culture from different graduating years. Alumni can team up across generations, share stories, and discover what their school experiences have in common.

Our private event space accommodates up to 50 seated or 75 standing guests, making it a great option for trivia, presentations, alumni announcements, and other group activities.

Food, Drinks, and Event Planning in One Place

At Wolverine, there’s no need to coordinate separate locations for activities, food, and drinks.

Guests can enjoy food from our on-site eatery, private event catering options, and our self-serve 30-tap wall featuring a rotating selection of beverages. Explore our food and drink options to see what’s available.

Our events team can help coordinate court time, equipment, instructors, gathering spaces, and food and beverage arrangements. With customizable event packages, you can plan an active alumni mixer, a laid-back social gathering, or a larger celebration that brings it all together.

Plus, our convenient location on Ann Arbor’s west side makes it easy for guests to gather from across the area, with plenty of free on-site parking and none of the downtown parking hassle.

Host Your Next Alumni Event at Wolverine Pickleball

Great alumni events strengthen connections between graduates and give everyone new memories to share. At Wolverine Pickleball, your group can celebrate school traditions, meet fellow alumni, and enjoy activities and hospitality together in one spacious Ann Arbor venue.

Planning a college reunion, alumni networking event, or homecoming gathering? Call Wolverine Pickleball at 734-489-1723 or contact our events team to explore event options and book your gathering.