The week between final exams and Commencement Monday is Senior Week—an opportunity to celebrate the graduating class while providing a chance for seniors to find closure of their time at Boston College in a fun and meaningful way. Senior Week programming includes 100 Days Dance, Dance through the Decades, Mod Relays, Senior Toast and Class Picture, Commencement Ball, and much more.

Announcements

See below for information on what to expect as part of Senior Week 2026.


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100 Days Dance

Friday, February 6 from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. | Royale Boston


Let the countdown begin at the 100 Days Dance! Come dressed to impress. Cost of your ticket includes venue access, a DJ, a photo booth, and finger foods, with beer, wine, and cocktails available for purchase. Tickets Required. You MUST be 21+ to attend this event.

Senior Darty

Monday, May 11 at 3 p.m. | Cadigan Alumni Center Lawn

Sponsored by University Advancement

Come out and party with the Class of 2026 with food, music, and incentives for senior donors! No tickets necessary – all are welcome!


Trivia Night

Monday, May 11 at 7 p.m. | Lyons Dining Hall

Get ready to test your knowledge and celebrate all things senior! Join us for Trivia Night, where you and your friends can compete in teams and tackle questions about pop culture, campus history, throwback trends, and all your best ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½app memories. No tickets necessary – all are welcome!

Senior Week Kairos

Tuesday, May 12 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. | Various locations across campus

Senior Week Kairos (SWK) is a one-day retreat offered during Senior Week, providing graduating seniors with a unique opportunity to immerse themselves in the Kairos experience before graduation. Registration Required.


Dance Through The Decades

Tuesday, May 12 at 8 p.m. |Ìý Royale Boston

Step back in time at Dance Through the Decades! Each hour features music from a different era, with costumes or casual attire encouraged. Cost of your ticket includes venue access, a DJ, a photo booth, and finger foods, with beer, wine, and cocktails available for purchase. Tickets Required. You MUST be 21+ to attend this event.

Mod Relays and ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½appPD BBQ

Wednesday, May 13 at 11 a.m. | Mods

Sponsored by the Boston College Police Department

Form a team (or join as an individual) for this relay race through the Mods – both mental and physical activities included.
Registration required.


Senior Week Candlelight Mass & Reception

Wednesday, May 13
Mass at 9:30 p.m. | Reception at 10 p.m.
St. Joseph’s Chapel and O’Connell House

Join us for a special Senior Week Candlelight Mass in St. Joseph’s Chapel on Upper Campus, followed by a reception with pizza and drinks (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) in O’Connell House. No tickets necessary – all are welcome!

Agape Latte Senior Week Luncheon

Thursday, May 14 at 12 p.m. | Bapst Library

Sponsored by The Church in the 21st Century Center

Meet up with some of your favorite Agape Latte speakers and enjoy lunch and a conversation about your time here at the Heights! Free boxed lunch and Agape Latte Senior Week T-shirts!
Registration Required.


Class of 2026 Photo

Thursday, May 14 at 3:30 p.m. | Plaza at O’Neill

Come full circle and celebrate your journey–join the Class of 2026 for one final, unforgettable photo just like the one we took together at the very start! No tickets necessary – all are welcome!


Senior Toast

Thursday, May 14 at 4 p.m. | Maloney Lawn

Sponsored by the Boston College Alumni Association

The Senior Class Toast is a longstanding tradition that has welcomed graduating students to the Alumni Association for 17 years now! The toast will take place directly after the class photo. Registration required.


Senior Week Pause & Pray

Thursday, May 14 from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. | Burns Library Lawn (by labyrinth)

Join us for Senior Week Pause & Pray! There will be shared conversation, prayer, and reflection around the themes of transitions, goodbyes, and new beginnings. Dinner will be provided. Registration Required.

Commencement Ball

Friday, May 15 at 8 p.m. | RoadRunner Boston

Celebrate in style at the Commencement Ball! Held at RoadRunner Boston, this formal affair features live music, a DJ, a photo booth, and delicious heavy hors d’oeuvres, with beer, wine, and cocktails available for purchase. Tickets Required. You MUST be 21+ to attend this event.

Senior Sunrise

Monday, May 18 at 5:30 a.m. | Chestnut Hill Reservoir

Join your fellow Seniors one last time before your Final Flight! Located on the Chestnut Hill Reservoir, watch the sunrise with a continental breakfast! Enjoy a moment of reflection and camaraderie before the day’s ceremonies begin. No tickets necessary – all are welcome!