Alumni Athletic Events

In partnership with Spider Athletics, the URAA hosts gatherings for alumni, friends, and fans surrounding Spider Athletics. Events are currently planned for the cities listed below. Click the links below to learn more and register.

Upcoming Events

Chicago: Lacrosse Day Pre-Game Gathering

Join Richmond alumni, traveling fans, family, and friends for a special pre-game breakfast in downtown Evanston to kick off Lacrosse Day in Chicago! Enjoy a full breakfast buffet along with Bloody Marys and Mimosas, the perfect way to start your morning before heading over to Northwestern Medicine Field at Martin Stadium to cheer on the team.

Lacrosse Day in Chicago celebrates the fast-growing sport of Men's and Women's lacrosse as our nationally ranked Spiders men’s team faces the Notre Dame Fighting Irish in a thrilling matchup at Northwestern University. With spring in the air and our Spiders performing at their best, it’s a great time to come together and show our support!

Saturday, April 4
9:30 - 11 a.m.

Evanston Corner Bistro
703 Church Street 
Evanston, IL

REGISTER ONLINE or call Alumni Engagement at (804) 289-8030.

$10 per person includes access to a full breakfast buffet. A cash bar will be available. Non-alumni family and friends are welcome to attend!

Harrisonburg, VA: Spider Baseball vs. JMU Pre-Game Gathering

Join fellow Spiders in Harrisonburg this spring as Richmond Baseball takes on the James Madison Dukes. We’ll start the evening with a pre-game gathering with alumni and fans at Pale Fire Brewing before heading over to Eagle Field to cheer on the Spiders. 

Not a baseball fan? No worries. Join us after work for happy hour and skip the game. We’d still love the opportunity to connect with fellow Spiders in the area.  

Tuesday, April 14  
Pre-game gathering: 4 - 5:30 p.m.  
First pitch: 6 p.m. 

Pale Fire Brewing  
217 S Liberty St #105  
Harrisonburg, VA  

REGISTER ONLINE or call Alumni Engagement at (804) 289-8030.

$10 per person includes shareable Detroit-style pizza and small bites. Non-alumni family and friends are welcome!

The Richmond Spiders vs. JMU Dukes first pitch is at 6 p.m. at Eagle Field at Veterans Memorial Park. For game-related questions, contact Spider Athletics at 1-877-SPIDER-1.

Carolina Triad: Spider Men's Lacrosse vs. High Point Post-Game Gathering

Join fellow Spiders in the Carolina Triad, fans, and friends after the Spiders Men's Lacrosse game vs. High Point for a casual post-game get-together. Whether you’re coming straight from the game or just looking to connect with other Spiders in the area, we’d love to see you there.

Not a lacrosse fan or not planning to attend the game? No worries. You’re still invited to join us for great food, lively conversation, and some Spider camaraderie. Connect with fellow alums and fans and show your #SpiderPride!  

Friday, April 24  
7 - 8:30 p.m. 

Frady's Taphouse & Eatery 
1345 N Main St, Suite 103-104
High Point, NC 

REGISTER HERE or call Alumni Engagement at (804) 289-8030.

$10 registration includes shareable appetizers. Non-alumni friends and family are welcome!

The Richmond Spiders vs. High Point Panthers face-off is at 5 p.m. at Vert Stadium. General Admission tickets to the game can be purchased here. For game-related questions, contact Spider Athletics at 1-877-SPIDER-1.