Cornell Club of Washington DC upcoming events

Running / Walking meet up at the National Mall (07/11/2026)

Sat, 11 Jul 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Who: runners AND walkers (strollers and puppy dogs)

Where: National Mall

See who's wearing Big Red gear to show up at the 7th Street and Independence Ave, SW spinny sculpture between the Hirshhorn Museum and Air and Space Museum. Learn about who in our group might run the Marine Corps Marathon for Stop Soldier Suicide this year. It’s a GREAT CAUSE and the organization is passing out 75 bibs. This could be your marathon year!

After introductions and announcements, we divide into groups according to the choice of the trail suitable to your goals for the day. See the 3 trails on our map at the web page.

Parking: Use ParkMobile after 8 am to pay for parking on Independence Ave. Or use the L'Enfant Plaza Metro.

Hosts: Maggie ‘86 and Esra

Details, Trails and Group History: https://cornellclubdc.org/RunningClub

If weather threatens to cancel the event, an announcement will be made on the WhatsApp thread for this group and the club’s linked page: https://tinyurl.com/ccw-whatsapp and it might also be posted at the web page.

Lightening cancels, but a light drizzle does not. Use your judgment and run safely!

Virtual Event: Cornell Club Mixer - Make friends with Cornellians around the world! (07/18/2026)

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 01:00:00 GMT

***Please note start times***

Bring your beverage of choice and make friends with Cornellians from all around the world! Join Cornellians across the generations: from recent graduates to those who are now grandparents to Cornellians.

Mingle in small discussion groups centered around Cornell-related themes. Share your favorite spots in Collegetown, reminisce on the festivities of Spring/Slope Day, and learn how Cornell has changed over the decades.

We will use Zoom video chat and split everyone into small breakout rooms, so everyone has a chance to talk and share with just a few people. Everyone will get rotated around, so you will meet many Cornellians through the mixer.

Event Schedule

- Pre-Party (6pm-9pm ET): Hop around themed breakout rooms

- Main Event (9pm-10pm ET): Small breakout rooms led by moderators

- After-Party (10pm-5am ET): A stream of mini, rapid breakout rooms

Come anytime, for a few minutes, or a few hours!

Questions: Tony Chen lc465@cornell.edu

Small Potluck Dinner - Vienna (07/19/2026)

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 19:00:00 GMT

Come join us for a series of potluck dinners. The host will offer one dish and guests, at the host’s discretion, will bring the rest. If you’re up for a fine meal and great conversation, this is for you.

Space is VERY limited for this event so act fast!

The dinner will be held in Vienna and you will receive the exact address when you RSVP.

Contact
Steve Piekarec
spiekare@verizon.net

Music Bingo Social in Silver Spring (07/22/2026)

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Join fellow Cornell Alumni for an evening of music, friendly competition, and conversation. Hosted at Commas Food Hall, this event is open to the general public, but Cornell will have a dedicated table. Club members Angel ('11) or Maggie ('86) will be there early to grab a table; just look for the Red Hat!

Music Bingo combines the fun of bingo with popular songs from different decades and genres. Instead of numbers, you'll mark songs on your bingo card as they play. No music expertise required—just listen, recognize the songs, and have fun.

Note: Venue closes at 8 pm on Wednesdays.

Register by Tuesday noon for headcount, please, or we might not have a big enough table for all.

Public Transportation: 10 minute walk from Glenmont station on Red line

Parking:https://hellocommas.com/neighborhood/

Cost:

Free Entry, Food and Beverages are available for purchase.
Note: Happy Hour is until 7pm

What to Expect:

Easy-to-play Music Bingo
Multiple rounds and prizes
Opportunity to meet and connect with fellow Cornell alumni

Whether you're simply looking for a fun social outing or to meet some fellow Cornellians, we hope you'll join us.

CCW at Audi Field — DC United vs. Toronto FC, DC Club access with food and drink included (07/25/2026)

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 23:30:00 GMT

Loved the World Cup but never got to catch a match in your own city? You are not alone. The tournament swept across North America — but DC did not host a single game.

So let us keep the energy going right here at home.

Six days after the final whistle, join your fellow Big Red alumni at Audi Field to cheer on DC United against Toronto FC from the Events DC Club — with all-inclusive food served buffet style and drinks at the bar, all night long.

Just $105 per member ticket (non-member $120) — over $75 off the regular Events DC Club price of $176. Great soccer, great food and drinks, and a great excuse to wear something red.

️ Only 20 spots, and at this price they'll go fast.

️ Big Red Food Tour: Dine on Persian cuisine at Alborz in Tysons (07/31/2026)

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 21:30:00 GMT

Join us for an evening of delicious food and great company at Alborz Persian Restaurant in Vienna, Virginia. Connect with Cornell Club of Washington members, enjoy authentic Iranian cuisine, and kick off your weekend right! It’s our “next stop” in a series of restaurant explorations that we’re calling, “The Big Red Food Tour.”

Event Details

Date: Friday, July 31, 2026
Time: 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Location: Alborz Restaurant, 8417 Old Courthouse Road, Vienna, VA 22182
Transit: 13-minute walk from Greensboro Metro Station
Parking: There is plenty of parking at the front and back of the restaurant.

⏰ Schedule

5:30 PM: Free-flow networking
6:15 PM: Dinner is served

️ Registration & Cost

CCW Members and Guest: Free registration
Non-Members: $5 registration fee
Policy: All registrations are non-refundable
Payment: Order and pay for your own food and drink at the venue. The restaurant takes individual tabs.

Space is strictly limited. Please register early to secure your spot!

Please e-mail your cancellations to Leona (Cornell Johnson School Class of ’98) at Leona.Chan@me.com so that we don't wait for folks who are no-shows. Thanks for that courtesy!

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Want to host next? Reach out to communityservice@cornellclubdc.org if you would like to develop the next event in our Big Red Food Tour series. You’ll have support! Choose a restaurant and date, and supply the details in an email.

Virtual Event: Cornell Club Mixer - Make friends with Cornellians around the world! (08/01/2026)

Sun, 02 Aug 2026 01:00:00 GMT

***Please note start times***

Event Schedule

- Pre-Party (6pm-9pm ET): Hop around themed breakout rooms

- Main Event (9pm-10pm ET): Small breakout rooms led by moderators

- After-Party (10pm-5am ET): A stream of mini, rapid breakout rooms

Come anytime, for a few minutes, or a few hours!

Questions: Tony Chen lc465@cornell.edu

Evening Monument Tour & DIY Picnic (08/04/2026)

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 22:30:00 GMT

Join the CCW for one of DC’s iconic activities – touring the monuments in the evening!

The event will begin at 6:30 with a bring-your-own picnic on the north side of the Washington Monument. We will then head out at 7pm to tour some of the monuments and memorials on the Mall.

We welcome longtime residents, recent DC arrivals, and current students spending the summer in DC. The event is free with an option to make a tax-deductible donate to the CCW scholarship fund.

The event is NOT rain or shine. In case of bad weather, the event will be rescheduled for Tuesday, August 11. Registrants will be notified by email.

If you have questions, please contact Mike Flanagan ’86 at mfxflanagan@gmail.com

US Capitol Tour (08/08/2026)

Sat, 08 Aug 2026 13:30:00 GMT

Tour the Capitol with members of the Princeton Club and the Ivy Social Club.

Join the Ivy Social Club, Princeton Club, Class of 80, alumni of Kent School, and Bruce McBarnette, and friends on a tour of the US Capitol.

11:30am, We will meet Bruce McBarnette of the Princeton Club in Emancipation Hall of the Visitor Center of the US Capitol, East Capitol Street NE and First Street SE, Washington, DC, 20004, which is near the Capitol South Metro Station. Someone will be holding a sign that says "Princeton, Bruce McBarnette." The tour takes about an hour. Free street parking is available a couple of blocks east of the Capitol and also a couple of blocks south of the Capitol.

You may bring up to 2 adult guests on the tour, but please do not bring children under 18.

For more information about the tour and what you may not bring with you, https://www.visitthecapitol.gov/plan-visit/tips-visiting-capitol

Please register if you plan to come.

For questions contact Bruce McBarnette (Princeton Club), brucemcbarnette@gmail.com, (703) 404-8429

Virtual Event: Cornell Club Mixer - Make friends with Cornellians around the world! (08/15/2026)

Sun, 16 Aug 2026 01:00:00 GMT

***Please note start times***

Event Schedule

- Pre-Party (6pm-9pm ET): Hop around themed breakout rooms

- Main Event (9pm-10pm ET): Small breakout rooms led by moderators

- After-Party (10pm-5am ET): A stream of mini, rapid breakout rooms

Come anytime, for a few minutes, or a few hours!

Questions: Tony Chen lc465@cornell.edu

Virtual Event: Cornell Club Mixer - Make friends with Cornellians around the world! (08/29/2026)

Sun, 30 Aug 2026 01:00:00 GMT

***Please note start times***

Event Schedule

- Pre-Party (6pm-9pm ET): Hop around themed breakout rooms

- Main Event (9pm-10pm ET): Small breakout rooms led by moderators

- After-Party (10pm-5am ET): A stream of mini, rapid breakout rooms

Come anytime, for a few minutes, or a few hours!

Questions: Tony Chen lc465@cornell.edu

Small Potluck Dinner - Vienna (08/30/2026)

Sun, 30 Aug 2026 19:00:00 GMT

Space is VERY limited for this event so act fast!

The dinner will be held in Vienna and you will receive the exact address when you RSVP.

Contact
Steve Piekarec
spiekare@verizon.net

Rock Creek Park Hike and Thai Food (09/06/2026)

Sun, 06 Sep 2026 13:30:00 GMT

Hike and visit the historic Nature Center in Rock Creek Park.

Cost: Free -REGISTER

Organizer: Bruce McBarnette, brucemcbarnette@gmail.com, (703) 404-8429

Join the Ivy Social Club, Princeton Club, Class of 80, and Bruce McBarnette (Princeton Club) on a hike on at Rock Creek Park, followed by thai food lunch.

Schedule -

9:30am: We will meet at Thai Pad at 4481 Connecticut Ave. We will hike in Rock Creek Park to the Nature Center and Planetarium and back. The hike will be a moderate 5 miles. Please bring water and footwear that supports your ankles. Guests must be 18 years of age or older.

1:45pm: We will go to Thai Pad Restaurant, 4481 Connecticut Ave. Bruce will treat everyone to chicken pad thai appetizers. You will pay for anything else you order on a separate tab.

There is free parking along Connecticut Avenue and free parking west of Connecticut along Albemarle Street, which is the closest cross street.

First-Annual Cornell Volunteer Summit (10/14/2026)

Wed, 14 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Save the Date

Hotel options and Initial info at

First-Annual Cornell Volunteer Summit

From the Capital to the Hill: Paving the Path to Big Red Futures (11/14/2026)

Sat, 14 Nov 2026 23:00:00 GMT

After a decades‑long hiatus, we are thrilled to bring back a premier, not‑to‑be‑missed Cornell Scholarship Gala — an evening that will celebrate our DC–Cornell legacy and rally our community around an audacious goal: raising at least $100,000 to support deserving DC‑area students.

This is more than a gala. It’s a moment to stand together and expand the pipeline of Big Red talent from the nation’s capital.

A Legacy Worth Lifting

From Cornell in Washington to the University’s Government Relations presence, the connection between Cornell and the Metropolitan Washington, DC region has always been vibrant and deeply rooted.

A cornerstone of that connection is the endowed scholarships supporting sophomores, juniors, and seniors from our region — honoring proud Cornellians Howard Epstein ’58, Law ’61; Austin Kiplinger ’39; Robert McKinless ’48; and Robert Ladd ’43.

These funds exist because alumni stepped up. Now it’s our turn to build on that legacy.

How You Can Get Involved

Your participation is essential to reaching — and exceeding — our goal.

Attend! Tickets will be released soon.

Bring your people! Rally your class year, your CBAA network, your affinity group — fill a table with Big Red spirit.

Sponsor! Corporate, family, individual, affinity — sponsorships are the engine of our fundraising success.

Activate your network! Encourage Cornellians and Cornell‑owned businesses to sponsor or attend.

Lend your leadership! We’re seeking volunteers for event planning, sponsorship outreach, live auction curation, and a recent‑graduate committee.

Interested in volunteering or sponsoring?

Email: fundraiser@cornellclubdc.org

Cornell Reunion 2027 (06/10/2027)

Thu, 10 Jun 2027 04:00:00 GMT

Save the Date!

Questions: alumniaffairs@cornell.edu