Palmer Homecoming September 18-20, 2025
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.
Thursday, Sept. 18 – Founder’s Day
5-7 p.m.
Happy Hour on the Terrace
Charles & Hildegarde Keller Terrace
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 $20 per person.
Did you graduate in 2015, 2005, 2000, 1995, 1988, 1975 or 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.
7:30-9:30 p.m.
Big Tent Philosophy
Palmer Family Residence Courtyard
Enjoy a longstanding tradition of listening to our alumni speak on the importance and history of chiropractic philosophy.
Friday, Sept. 19
8-10 a.m.
50+ Emeritus Alumni Reunion
Fellows Room, Vickie Anne Palmer Hall
By Invitation
Reunion honoring Palmer’s class of 1975 and all those who came before.
11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Alumni Social
Alumni Office Parking Lot
Bring your lunch down to the Alumni Office for some food, fellowship, and music.
5 p.m.
Palmer Night at Armored Gardens
Armored Gardens
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!
6-8 p.m.
Recognition Dinner
The Outing Club
By Invitation
In recognition of the College’s leadership and longstanding donors, as well as the new Fellows and Alumni Award recipients. More details to follow.
Saturday, Sept. 20
10 a.m.
Palmer Golf Outing
Palmer Hills Golf Course
Tee off with alumni and friends at the beautiful Palmer Hills Golf Course. Play a quick round of 9-hole golf and then reconnect with friends afterward at the Palmer Grill.
2–4-person scramble format. $40 per person includes a round of golf, cart, and a party cooler with a selection of drinks. Fun prizes and bragging rights!
Tee times start at 10 a.m. Groups will tee off every 15 minutes with the last tee time at noon.
11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
Fellows Luncheon & Induction
Fellows Room, Vickie Anne Palmer Hall
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.
5-6 p.m.
Founder’s Circle Garden Party
Clinic Gardens
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.
6-9 p.m.
Saturday Night Festival
Campus Plaza
We’re bringing back Fair Warning, delicious food, and the fireworks finale. It’s the perfect way to cap off Homecoming and create new memories with fellow alumni and friends. Cost is $60 for adults, $20 for kids 12 and under.
