Main Campus Homecoming Sept. 17-19, 2026!
Registration is now open! Join us for an exceptional opportunity to learn from accomplished chiropractors from across the nation at Palmer Homecoming on the Main Campus in Davenport, Iowa.
Happy Hour on the Terrace + Reunion Event
Charles & Hildegarde Keller Terrace
Thursday, Sept. 17, 5-7 p.m.
Enjoy the sunset with a glass of wine or a craft brew from a local brewery, along with delicious appetizers, during Happy Hour on the Terrace. Cost is $25 per person.
Celebrating a milestone reunion?
Did you graduate in 2016, 2006, 2001, 1996, 1986, 1976 and before? Enjoy Happy Hour with your class on the house! Graduates of these milestone reunions receive a complimentary ticket for you and a guest to the event, along with a class gift and photo opportunity in the David D. Palmer Learning Commons.
Big Tent Philosophy
Palmer Family Residence Courtyard
Thursday, Sept. 17, 7:30-9:30 p.m.
Enjoy a longstanding tradition of listening to our alumni speak on the importance and history of chiropractic philosophy.
50+ Emeritus Alumni Reunion
Fellows Room, Vickie Anne Palmer Hall
Friday, Sept. 18, 8-10 a.m.
By Invitation
A reunion honoring Palmer’s class of 1976 and all those who came before.
Alumni Social
Alumni Office Parking Lot
Friday, Sept. 18, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Bring your lunch down to the Alumni Office for some food, fellowship and music.
Palmer Night at Armored Gardens
Armored Gardens
Friday, Sept. 18, 5 p.m.
With 100 beers on tap, good food, and a great outdoor hangout space, Armored Gardens is a favorite for Palmer students and alumni visitors. Be one of the first 50 alumni in attendance and receive a drink on us!
Recognition Dinner
Friday, Sept. 18, 6-8 p.m.
By Invitation
A dinner in recognition of the College’s leadership and longstanding donors, as well as the new Fellows and Alumni Award recipients. More details to follow.
Fellows Luncheon & Induction
Fellows Room, Vickie Anne Palmer Hall
Saturday, Sept. 19, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
By Invitation
We welcome the newest Fellows to the Palmer Academy of Chiropractic. The inductees are exemplars of leadership, philanthropy, recruitment and service to Palmer College and the chiropractic profession.
Legendary Lessons
Saturday, Sept. 19, 3:30- 4:30 p.m.
In this relaxed, armchair-style interview session, alumni will share stories, insights and lessons learned from their experiences in the field. Speaker TBA.
This is a non-CE event.
Founder’s Circle Garden Party
Clinic Gardens
Saturday, Sept. 19, 5-6 p.m.
By Invitation
This Saturday-night Garden Party is exclusively for donors in Palmer’s Founder’s Circle (annual gift of $1,000+). Attendees receive early access to the Saturday Night Festival.
Saturday Night Festival
Campus Plaza
Saturday, Sept. 19, 6-9 p.m.
Wrap up Homecoming weekend with a festival that brings the entire Palmer community together. The Saturday Night Festival is a high-energy, family-friendly evening filled with great food, live music and more—all set on the iconic Palmer campus.
Cost is $50 for adults or $20 for kids 12 and under.
