Join CMU Alumni and Friends for the tenth annual CMU Alumni New Year Celebration at Great Wolf Lodge.  

Ring in the New Year with fellow CMU Chippewas, family and friends, while enjoying discounted lodging, CMU gift bag and more.

Great Wolf Lodge offers special family activities on New Year’s Eve—book early! 

Space is limited and rooms are reserved on a first-come, first-served basis. 

When:

• Wednesday, December 30, 2026 - Friday, January 1, 2027
  

Where:

• Great Wolf Lodge 
• 3575 N U.S. Hwy 31 S | Traverse City, MI 49684 
• (866) 478-9653 
  

Cost:

• CMU group rate: $309/night (includes waterpark passes for up to 4 guests, 2-night minimum). 

*Reserve by Monday, November 30, 2026.

Book online with code 2612CMUA at Great Wolf Lodge – Traverse City or call (866) 962-9653. 

WELCOME RECEPTION 

When: 

Wednesday, December 30 
6:30 p.m. 

Where: 

• White Pine Ballroom 

Cost: 

• $22 (ages 13+) 
• $12 (ages 12 and under) 

Includes buffet dinner, one drink ticket (21+), raffle entry for CMU prizes, interactive games and more! 

Register for the Welcome Reception by Wednesday, December 9, 2026. 

Wear maroon & gold to show your CMU spirit!