Mountain Day 2026 by Mount Holyoke College

Celebrate around the world with Mountain Day Reunions!

mtholyoke — 2026-08-27 12:34:09 UTC

Mountain Day Reunions were started in 2011 by a few very homesick golden sphinxes led by Meredith Nelson ’11. The way it works is simple: When the bells toll on Mountain Day the reunions begin!

Find a Mountain Day Reunion near you!

Events will be listed as they are received and will be held at all locations listed below at 6:37 p.m. (18:37) local time unless otherwise indicated by the host. Be sure to connect with the host, let them know you're joining and share the event with friends.

Mountain Day History

mtholyoke — 2026-08-27 12:34:09 UTC

Mount Holyoke College was named after the nearby peak, so it’s only fitting that the College’s first tradition was a hike to the summit. Founder Mary Lyon — a firm believer in the need for students to get exercise and fresh air — instituted the spontaneous day off in spring 1838, just a few months after the doors first opened. With few exceptions, Mount Holyoke has celebrated Mountain Day every year since.

Learn more about the Mountain Day tradition.

Happy Mountain Day!

mtholyoke — 2026-08-27 12:34:09 UTC

When we celebrate Mount Holyoke's oldest and most beloved tradition we encourage all members of the Mount Holyoke community - students, alums, faculty and staff - to share photos, videos, reflections and memories here.

Click on the yellow plus sign at the bottom right to add your message.

You can share a written message, submit a photo or share a video message.

Please feel free to share your name, class year/affiliation and location of where you are celebrating if not at Mt. Holyoke.

If you decide to share your photos on social media, make sure to use #MtnDayMHC