Upcoming Events

Thu, May 01
Welcome Party - Cellar
Carbondale
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May 01, 2025, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Carbondale, 101 W Monroe St, Carbondale, IL 62901, USA
Get ready to tackle the weekend! Join us for a night of laughter, memories, and maybe a few friendly scrums. Swing by the party as soon as you hit town – we promise there'll be plenty of banter, beverages, and a blast from the past. Don't miss out on the fun – see you there
Thu, May 01
Tex's Chicken Dinner at Giant City Lodge
Giant City Lodge
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May 01, 2025, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Giant City Lodge, Giant City Lodge Rd, Cobden District 1 Precinct, IL 62958, USA
Ready for a cluckin' good time? It's time to kick off the weekend with Tex's legendary chicken dinner at the Giant City Lodge, one of Southern Illinois' finest gems. Tex has a tradition of gathering with pals for a feast that's finger-lickin' good and filled with laughter, stories, and great company
Fri, May 02
Party Marty Campus Tram Tour
Carbondale
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May 02, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Carbondale, Woody Hall, 900 S Normal Ave, Carbondale, IL 62901, USA
Join us for a Tram Ride Trip down memory lane with an hour long tour of the campus. Please try to keep your feet and hands inside the moving vehicle...
Fri, May 02
Women's Rugby | SIU Museum Celebration
Carbondale
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May 02, 2025, 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Carbondale, 605 Agriculture Dr, Carbondale, IL 62901, USA
Join us for a special celebration honoring the Southern Illinois Women's Rugby Club during Old Loads weekend. Taking place at The Hall of Presidents, Morris Library.
Fri, May 02
Old Loads Weekend Pub Crawl: Heroes and Villains!
Starting at Traxx
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May 02, 2025, 5:00 PM – May 03, 2025, 2:00 AM
Starting at Traxx, 198-206 W Freeman St, Carbondale, IL 62901, USA
Calling all caped crusaders and dastardly masterminds! 🌟 It's time for the epic Old Loads Weekend pub crawl, where heroes and villains unite for a night of legendary fun
Fri, May 02
Celebrating Kevin Dwyer: Alumni Weekend Dinner
Giant City Lodge
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May 02, 2025, 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Giant City Lodge, Giant City Lodge Rd, Cobden District 1 Precinct, IL 62958, USA
Join us for a heartfelt dinner in memory of our beloved friend and fellow rugby alum, Kevin Dwyer, who passed away in 2024.
Sat, May 03
Rugby Alumni Matches: Old Loads Weekend
SIU Campus
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May 03, 2025, 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
SIU Campus, 1419 Douglas Dr, Carbondale, IL 62903, USA
Get ready for an action-packed day of rugby as students take on alumni in the ultimate showdown!
Sat, May 03
Kentucky Derby Viewing Party
The Cellar
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May 03, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM
The Cellar, 101 W Monroe St, Carbondale, IL 62901, USA
Ladies and gentlemen, it's time to don your finest hats and join us for the annual Kentucky Derby Viewing Party!