Gaudies at St John's
" Gaudy (noun): A celebratory dinner or entertainment held by a college for old members " Oxford Dictionary
Gaudies are an opportunity for St John's to invite groups of alumni back to College and host drinks and dinner, with the option to stay overnight in College. This is a wonderful opportunity to reconnect with old friends and tutors, and we hope that you will be able to join us for your reunion. Due to the popularity of Gaudies, we are regrettably unable to accommodate spouses, partners, or other guests.
Invitations are sent out via email towards the end of the preceding year and will include information on how to book, timings and dress code. Please make sure that we have your up to date contact details so we can send you an invitation.
Update your contact details online.
If you have any event feedback you would like to share with us, please do not hesitate to reach out via email alumni@sjc.ox.ac.uk.
Registrations for 2026 Gaudies will be open in Michaelmas 2025.
- Gaudy for the Years 1975-1977, Friday 20 March 2026
- Gaudy for the Years 2016-2017, Friday 27 March 2026
- Gaudy for the Years 1978-1980, Friday 3 July 2026
- Gaudy for the Years 2018-2019, Friday 10 July 2026
From 2027, the College will be hosting 3 Gaudies per year, with cohorts able to attend their Gaudies every 7 years (in addition to other events that the College hosts to bring alumni together).
Provisional Gaudy dates
If you matriculated in 1965 or earlier, you will be invited to the biennial President's Lunch - similar to a Gaudy, this special occasion brings together all alumni who matriculated at St John's sixty or more years ago.
Canterbury Quad in the evening.
Upcoming Events
Click here to find out if you have a Gaudy coming up soon.