Events & Gatherings

Come Together, Bates Family

From casual pop-ups to formal galas, our events bring the Bates community together. Whether you graduated in 1985 or 2015, there is a place for you at every table.

Upcoming Events

Mark your calendar and join us. All events are open to Bates Academy alumni, family, and friends.

Pop Up

Spring 2026 (Date TBA)

Evening

Pequeño Cantina, 19329 Livernois Ave (Avenue of Fashion)

Alumni Spring Pop-Up

Casual alumni mixer at a beloved black-owned Mexican restaurant on the Avenue of Fashion. Craft cocktails, tacos, and reconnecting with fellow Bates grads in an intimate 42-seat venue. More details coming soon.

Volunteer sign-up available — details coming soon

Family Event

Summer 2026 (Date TBA)

All Day

Detroit, MI (Location TBA)

Annual Family Day Picnic

A beloved summer tradition. Food, games, music, and Bates family memories. Bring the whole family and reconnect with alumni across every generation. Location and details to be announced.

Volunteer sign-up available — details coming soon

DPSCD Foundation

Saturday, May 16, 2026

VIP Hour 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM · Main Event 8:30 PM – Midnight

A legendary DPSCD high school, 3011 West Grand Blvd, Detroit

Tyrone E. Winfrey Hall of Fame Alumni Gala 2026

This is NOT a Bates-hosted event — it’s the signature DPSCD Foundation fundraiser, and Bates alumni attend together as a group. Theme: “A Different World: A Future-Forward Celebration of DPSCD.” Immersive experiences, musical headliners, Detroit alumni chefs, and networking with executives and elected officials. Last year sold out. 90% DPSCD alumni produced. Supports 49,000 students. Tickets $161.90–$321.96 at Eventbrite.

Get Tickets

Bates alumni attending as a group — get your tickets and join us.

Community Service

August 2026

Morning

Bates Academy, 19701 Wyoming Ave, Detroit

Back-to-School Supply Drive

Give back to the school that gave so much to us. Help ensure every Bates student starts the year with the supplies they need. Drop off donations or volunteer to help distribute materials to students and families.

Volunteer sign-up available — details coming soon

2026 Calendar Coming Soon

We are finalizing the full 2026 calendar of events. Dates, venues, and details will be announced as they are confirmed. Follow our updates so you don't miss a thing.

Stay in the Loop

Past Events

The Bates Academy Alumni Association has hosted gatherings, mixers, and community events over the years. As we build out a more formal event calendar for 2026 and beyond, we look forward to creating new memories together.

Host a Class Reunion

Want to organize a reunion for your graduating class? The Bates Alumni Association can help with planning, promotion, and coordination. Whether it's an intimate dinner or a full-scale celebration, we'll support you every step of the way.