2018 Regional Charter Day Celebrations

Join William & Mary alumni throughout the country as we celebrate William & Mary's 325th birthday!

Celebrating 325 years since the birth of William & Mary by Royal Charter, Charter Day festivities will involve students, faculty, staff and alumni, as well as the local community.

Share your Charter Day experience using #wmCharterDay.

Mark your calendar for the event in your area:

  • February 8 – Williamsburg-Peninsula: All alumni who are in town for Charter Day, join the Williamsburg-Peninsula Chapter for a happy hour social at Revolution Golf and Grille.
  • February 8 – New York City
  • February 9 - South Hampton Roads - Charter Day at O'Connor Brewing Co.: Special guest Lewis McGehee '74 will perform as we enjoy happy hour at O'Connor Brewing Company!
  • February 9 - San Diego: Come and cheer on the Tribe men's basketball team as they take on CAA rival, the Delaware Blue Hens at the 2018 Gold Rush game!
  • February 10 - Chicago
  • February 15 - D.C. Metro: Charter Day Concert & Celebration: Celebrate with a musical performance by the Broke Royals (featuring W&M alumni Philip Basnight '13 and Colin Cross '14) at the Sauf Haus Bier Hall & Garten.
  • February 17 - D.C. Metro: Charter Day of Service: This year, it's more than just a birthday party. It's about looking out for the most vulnerable in our community by giving a day of service.
  • February 25 - Charleston - W&M Charter Day at the Aiken-Rhett House: Enjoy a behind-the-scenes tour of the historic Aiken-Rhett House, followed by a reception at the home of Carter, Ph.D. '84 and Donna Hudgins.

Watch the celebration from anywhere via livestream.