Join us for Back to Bates Weekend: October 2-4, 2026!
Marquee events to include: Hall of Fame ceremony, a talk featuring President Garry W. Jenkins, the A Capella Concert, Community Luncheon, Celebration Tent, Summer Research Poster Session, various sporting events, campus open houses and tours, golf outings, and more!
Registration for Back to Bates is now closed—but it’s not too late to join us!
If you didn’t get a chance to register online, we’ve got you covered. Simply head to the Welcome Center in Chase Hall when you get to campus, and our team will be happy to register you on the spot as a walk-in.
Back to Bates 2026 Mobile Guide
Download the “Bates College Campus Visit” app: App Store | Google Play
Why use it?
- Schedule: Live updates & event changes.
- Notifications: Enable push notifications to never miss a last-minute change or move to rain plan.
- Maps: Never get lost on campus.
Select “Back to Bates 2026” after opening the app and “Login” for a more personalized experience.