Join us in Mackey Arena, where you will enjoy VIP seating for a special program you won’t want to miss!
Following the program, you’re invited to a President’s Council strolling dinner with a wide variety of options in Holloway Gymnasium. During the dinner, we’ll cheer on the Boilermakers with a watch party for the Men’s Basketball exhibition game against Kentucky.
Something extraordinary is coming—and you’re invited!
Be part of Purdue’s next giant leap during an evening unlike any other in our university’s history on Friday, October 24. To create an unforgettable experience and to facilitate the Purdue Men’s Basketball opening game watch, the flow of our celebration will be different than previously announced.
Please register by October 10!
Your registration includes the Mackey Arena program and the dinner. A separate ticket is not needed for the program in Mackey.
Gold and black game-day attire // On-site parking available
This is not an official Purdue Athletics event. Athletics policies related to tickets, parking, seating, doors opening, and start time do not apply. Mackey Arena’s clear bag policy will be enforced.
Frequently Asked Questions
President’s Council members should park in the R Lot. Golf carts will be available throughout the evening to shuttle guests to and from Mackey. A full map of available parking will be included in the pre-event email.
Yes! The shuttle will loop back to the hotel at the conclusion of the Mackey program and continue through the end of the game watch.
President’s Council members can check in by the John Wooden statue between Holloway Gymnasium and Mackey Arena. A coat check will be available, and you will only need the name tag you receive at check-in to enter the gyms. Staff will direct you to your VIP seats in Mackey. Please note: Doors to Mackey will open at 4 p.m. Doors will close and everyone must be seated at 4:55 p.m. in preparation for the 5 p.m. program.
Following the program, registered President’s Council members are invited to Holloway for a strolling dinner with a wide variety of options and comfortable lounge seating. You will be able to watch the Men’s Basketball exhibition game on two large jumbotron screens within Holloway, and you are welcome to return to Mackey at any point. While you are free to move between the two gyms for the game watch, food and alcohol cannot leave Holloway. You will find a special bar set up for President’s Council members in Mackey in the J. Nine Club.
President’s Council // 765-494-9290 // pc@purdueforlife.org
Office of Special Events // 765-494-0900 // specialevents@purdueforlife.org
President’s Council // 765-494-9290 pc@purdueforlife.org
Office of Special Events // 765-494-0900 specialevents@purdueforlife.org
