Colgate Day

Every Friday the 13th, the Colgate community celebrates . . .

Colgate Day is a worldwide celebration that takes place every Friday the 13th. It’s a day to gather with Colgate friends and show your pride for alma mater, to wear maroon, and to show your love on social media. On Colgate Day we celebrate our Colgate spirit, and our connection with Colgate alumni spread all across the globe.

Host a Colgate Day in Your Area

We hope you'll join the festivities and consider hosting an event for our 2026 Colgate Day celebrations, taking place between February 13 and March 13. If you're interested in being a host, please email alumni@colgate.edu.

Celebrate Virtually

Colgate Day Digital Swag

Celebrate with Colgate Day themed Instagram stickers, sharable graphics, and Zoom backgrounds.

Get your digital swag