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Alumni Fan Fest

Saturday, Feb. 22, 2025

Join Saint Louis University for the biggest alumni celebration of Billikens basketball each year! Alumni Fan Fest brings SLU graduates, donors and families together at Chaifetz Arena annually for a pregame celebration before a men's basketball game. 

The SLU Billiken wears a white basketball jersey and poses for a selfie with a woman decked out in blue SLU spiritwear. In the background, young children play near an inflatable slide and a blue banner reading "Saint Louis Billikens" hangs on the wall.
Photo by Luke Yamnitz

Event Details

Plan to cheer on the men's basketball team as they take on the Rhode Island Rams on Saturday, Feb. 22.

  • Pregame Reception: 11:30 a.m. in the Chaifetz Pavilion inside Chaifetz Arena
  • Tip-off: 1:30 p.m. at Chaifetz Arena

Registration will be open until Tuesday, Feb. 18, or until tickets sell out.

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Alumni Fan Fest Ticket Options

  • Alumni Option: Includes a game ticket, access to the pregame reception, appetizers and one complimentary soda or bottled water for $30 per person.
  • Season Ticket Holder Option: Includes access to the pregame reception, appetizers and one complimentary soda or bottled water for $20 per person. (The option is only available for season ticket holders; a game ticket is required to enter the building).

Tickets are limited and will be on a first-come, first-served basis.

  • Parking will be available in the Olive-Compton Garage.
  • Game tickets and pregame materials will be provided at check-in.
  • Additional details will be emailed to registrants the week of the event. 

Welcome Back, Cheer and Dance Alumni

SLU dance and cheer alumni are invited to perform "Bud Song" with the current team during a game timeout. Be sure to indicate you are dance or cheer alumni on your registration.

A scrunchie with small Billiken head logos printed on it sits on a table next to a head and wrist band that each say SLU.
 

Billiken Swag!

Show off your Billiken spirit by purchasing exclusive branded accessories to wear at Fan Fest and future SLU events during registration! Purchased items will be picked up at Fan Fest. 

  • SLU Scrunchie: Each Billiken-themed cotton scrunchie is $5, with $2 going to the Third Century Fund. (Limit of four scrunchies per registration).
  • SLU Wristband/Headband Set: Each set is $10, with $2 going to the Third Century Fund. (Limit of four sets per registration). 

Nationwide Watch Parties

Can't make it to St. Louis for Alumni Fan Fest? Join us for a live game watch party in one of the following cities:

  • Phoenix
  • San Diego
  • Washington D.C.

Learn more or register for a watch party.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is Alumni Fan Fest?

SLU's annual Alumni Fan Fest occurs each spring semester, with the date and time to be determined based on the Saint Louis University men's basketball schedule. The next event will be Feb. 22, 2025.

Where will the Alumni Fan Fest take place?

This celebratory event will take place in Chaifetz Arena, at Compton Avenue and Market Street in Midtown St. Louis.

Where can I park?

Parking is available in the Olive-Compton Garage, just north of Chaifetz Arena.

Where can I register for the event?

You can register for 2025's event here.

What if I need to cancel my registration?

Please take a moment to read our event cancellation policy. By submitting your registration, you and your registered guests accept the terms and conditions.

If you do not receive a confirmation email upon registration, please contact Alumni and Donor Engagement at alumni@slu.edu.