PKA Cornell Celebration Weekend
October 30-November 1, 2026
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Join us for a fun and memorable celebration of our brotherhood, our renewed chapter house and the future of our fraternity. Purchase tickets and souvenirs using the button below.
Deadline for Souvenir Purchases: Wednesday, Sept 30
Deadline for Ticket Purchases: Friday, Oct 16
Schedule of Events
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Friday 6:00-10:00PM: Reception at 17 South Avenue
The reception will feature a display of a time capsule from 1985 recovered during the renovation of our chapter house, photos of the construction work and the opportunity to see the renovated and new spaces in the house, from the remodeled chapter room in the basement to the new study lounges and bedrooms on the 2nd and 3rd floors to the Nest. Our very own long serving and beloved culinary virtuoso Chef Justin will prepare an “elevated” reception for us with hot and chilled dishes along with cheese and crackers. Beer and wine will be served in the new Botts Family Bar.
Saturday 10:00-Noon: Alpha Theta Annual Meeting at 17 South Avenue
Will also be available via Zoom.
Saturday 1:30PM: Hike at Robert H. Treman State Park
Alumni and undergraduates are encouraged to meet at Robert H Treman State Park for a little recreation and some beautiful scenery. See Hike Info for details.
Saturday 6:00-9:00PM : Banquet at the Statler Hotel
The evening will start with a cash bar at 6:00 followed by a plated dinner at 7:00 and will feature remarks from Alpha Theta President Bill Page, representatives from Pike National and Cornell, a presentation by the undergraduate chapter and a special photo montage of our brotherhood “away from Ithaca.”
Sunday 9:00AM-Noon: Brunch at 17 South Avenue
Chef Justin will prepare a variety of brunch items for the event.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who Should Come?
All alumni and undergraduates are encouraged to attend. The weekend is meant to be a celebration of our brotherhood. The purpose of the capital campaign and the renovation of our chapter house was to sustain and strengthen our brotherhood and the focus of the weekend will be on what makes our brotherhood valuable and meaningful. The capital campaign concluded in 2025 and there will be no solicitation of alumni during the weekend. It does not matter whether you participated in the campaign or not – you should come!
Are Guests Invited?
Absolutely! Please bring your spouse or significant other. If you bring a guest, please be sure to purchase two tickets so that we have an accurate count of the number of participants for the banquet on Saturday night and the other activities planned for the weekend.
Are Advance Ticket Purchases Required to Attend?
Yes, advance ticket purchases are required! Your ticket covers all of the activities for the weekend. Space at the Saturday evening Statler Hotel banquet is limited to 250 guests. Alumni and undergraduates are encouraged to purchase tickets this spring.
Are There Lodging Provisions?
We have a block of rooms at the Statler for $235/night plus taxes and fees. Use this link and code PKA26 to reserve one of these rooms.
Ed Conti has also arranged a block of rooms at "The Dorm", which many of us know as "The Hillside" from back in the day, just a few blocks from the Pike House. It is significantly upgraded from The Hillside but still somewhat basic. Prices are as follows:
Freshman room: $89 per night
Sophomore room: $155 per night
Junior room: $199 per night
Senior room: $225 per night
To get the discount guests should call The Dorm (not book online) and use the promo code PI KAPPA ALPHA.
If you prefer not to use the above options (or they fill up), there are many other lodging alternatives available in Ithaca for the weekend.
How Can I Contribute To The Celebration?
Pictures!!! We’d love to get photos of our brotherhood out in the world - weddings, golf outings, picnics, world travel, wherever brothers gathered and there is photographic evidence. There will be a montage running during the weekend - be part of it!. Send photos to pikesintheworld@icloud.com.
Is This Event Tax Deductable?
The weekend is a social event. As a consequence no costs are eligible for a tax deduction.
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