FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Hyde Park Class of ’86 – 40th Reunion FAQ August 7–9, 2026 | Chicago, Illinois Welcome Classmates!
We are beyond excited to celebrate 40 incredible years with each of you during our Hyde Park Class of ’86 Homecoming Celebration Weekend! To help answer commonly asked questions, we’ve created this FAQ guide.
GENERAL REUNION INFORMATION
Q: Where is the reunion being held?A: Events will take place throughout Chicago.
Q: What is the host hotel?A: Hilton Chicago/Oak Lawn. (Click Button For More Info)
Q: What is the host hotel?A: Hilton Chicago/Oak Lawn. (Click Button For More Info)
Friday events
T-Shirts & Souvenirs
Q: Is the tour of our high school included?A: Yes. The HPCA school tour is FREE.
Q: What time is the school tour?A: Tour is 9:30am - 11:30am.
Q: Is the Southside Legacy Tour included?A: No. This is an add-on option for $45.
Q: Is the Wine Tasting included?A: No. This is an add-on option for $20
Q: What does the Wine Tasting include?A: 4 Wine Flights & Winery Tour.
Q: Can I attend the Wine Tasting without attending the mixer?A: No. This is only available to guest attending the mixer.
Q: What time is the Mixer?A: Mixer is 6pm-10pm
For additional information, click the "Friday" button.
Q: What time is the school tour?A: Tour is 9:30am - 11:30am.
Q: Is the Southside Legacy Tour included?A: No. This is an add-on option for $45.
Q: Is the Wine Tasting included?A: No. This is an add-on option for $20
Q: What does the Wine Tasting include?A: 4 Wine Flights & Winery Tour.
Q: Can I attend the Wine Tasting without attending the mixer?A: No. This is only available to guest attending the mixer.
Q: What time is the Mixer?A: Mixer is 6pm-10pm
For additional information, click the "Friday" button.
Q: Are reunion t-shirts included?A: Yes, they are included in Saturday's costs
Q: What if I'm not attending the cookout? Can I purchase a t-shirt?A: Yes. T-shirts will be available for purchase for $25 (plus shipping). Details to follow on how to order.
Q: Are quests receiving t-shirts with their package?A: No. Guests can purchase a t-shirt for $25
Q: Can I purchase a reunion swag bag if I'm not attending the reunion?A: Yes, you can order the reunion swag bag for $150 (plus shipping). Details will be provided on how to order after the reunion.
Q: What if I'm not attending the cookout? Can I purchase a t-shirt?A: Yes. T-shirts will be available for purchase for $25 (plus shipping). Details to follow on how to order.
Q: Are quests receiving t-shirts with their package?A: No. Guests can purchase a t-shirt for $25
Q: Can I purchase a reunion swag bag if I'm not attending the reunion?A: Yes, you can order the reunion swag bag for $150 (plus shipping). Details will be provided on how to order after the reunion.
Q: Are reunion prices per person?A: Yes. All Pricing is per person.
Q: What packages are available & what's included?A: Click on "Snapshot"
Q: Are prices subject to change? A: Yes. Final pricing may be adjust slightly based on attendance and capacity requirements.
Q: What packages are available & what's included?A: Click on "Snapshot"
Q: Are prices subject to change? A: Yes. Final pricing may be adjust slightly based on attendance and capacity requirements.
DEPOSITS & pAYMENTS
Q: How much is the deposit & when is it due?A: Deposit is $150 and is non-refundable. Due by Fri, 5/22.
Q: When is the balance due?A: Balance is due by Fri, 6/26
Q: Are deposits refundable?A: No
Q: How can I make a payment?A: Payments can be sent via:
Q: Will I receive payment confirmation?A: Yes. Confirmation summaries and remaining balances will be sent via email within 48 after payments are received and processed.
Q: When is the balance due?A: Balance is due by Fri, 6/26
Q: Are deposits refundable?A: No
Q: How can I make a payment?A: Payments can be sent via:
- Zelle: HydeParkClassof86@gmail.com
- CashApp: $HPco1986
Q: Will I receive payment confirmation?A: Yes. Confirmation summaries and remaining balances will be sent via email within 48 after payments are received and processed.
REGISTRATION & pACKAGES
Guest Information
Q: Can I bring guests?A: Yes. Guest pricing is available for all reunion experiences.
Q: Are souvenirs included in guest pricing?A: No. souvenirs are not included.
Q: Can my guest(s) order a reunion t-shirt?A: Yes. Guest t-shirts are available for an additional $20.
Q: Are children allowed?A: Children are welcome ONLY for Saturday All-Class Cookout.
Q: Is there special pricing for children?A: Pricing is as follows:
Q: Are souvenirs included in guest pricing?A: No. souvenirs are not included.
Q: Can my guest(s) order a reunion t-shirt?A: Yes. Guest t-shirts are available for an additional $20.
Q: Are children allowed?A: Children are welcome ONLY for Saturday All-Class Cookout.
Q: Is there special pricing for children?A: Pricing is as follows:
- Ages 0-4: Free
- Ages 5-12: $25
- Ages 13-17: $40
Saturday Event
Q: What's included?A: Saturday Cook Out includes:
Q: Can I attend the "Cookout" if I don't pay for the day?A: Yes. You can attend the All-Class Cookout because it is open to all alumni. However, you cannot attend the activities for class of '86 or any of the hosted spaces.
Leave your chair at home. There will be seating provided.
For additional information, click the "Saturday" button.
- ALL hosted spaces
- Taste of the South Side (main tent)
- Blue Smoke Tavern (for our smokers)
Q: Can I attend the "Cookout" if I don't pay for the day?A: Yes. You can attend the All-Class Cookout because it is open to all alumni. However, you cannot attend the activities for class of '86 or any of the hosted spaces.
Leave your chair at home. There will be seating provided.
For additional information, click the "Saturday" button.
Q: Is the tour included?A: Yes.
Q: Do I need to register for the tour AND luncheon?A: Yes. We need accurate tour numbers for planning
Q: Can I attend the tour and not the luncheon?A: Yes. If you are only attending the tour, you must indicate that on your registration AND pay $30.
For additional information, click the "Sunday" button
Q: Do I need to register for the tour AND luncheon?A: Yes. We need accurate tour numbers for planning
Q: Can I attend the tour and not the luncheon?A: Yes. If you are only attending the tour, you must indicate that on your registration AND pay $30.
For additional information, click the "Sunday" button
Sunday Event
Special requests
Q: Can I submit dietary restrictions?A: Yes, please include dietary restrictions on the registration form.
Q: Can I request accessibility accommodations?A: Yes, please include your needs on the registration form.
Q: Can I request accessibility accommodations?A: Yes, please include your needs on the registration form.
Cancellation Policy
Q: What if I'm unable to attend after I've paid?A: We understand that plans change. Please review the refund policy:
- Refund requests made on or before July 15th will be honored minus the NON-REFUNDABLE $150 Deposit.
- Unfortunately no refunds can be issued after July 15th, as final payments to venues, catering, entertainment, tours, and reunion items will be made.
Final Reminders
- Complete the full registration form
- Submit your deposit by May 22nd
- Submit your final balance by June 26th
- Select optional tours before deadline
- Book your hotel stay early