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Pepperdine Tree Lighting: Alumni Reception

Tuesday, December 1, 2026
5:00 PM-8:00 PM PT
Gather with fellow alumni, parents, and friends for a holiday reception at the 2026 Pepperdine Tree Lighting Ceremony, as we join in seasonal song and celebration. Enjoy holiday desserts and refreshments, and share precious time with your fellow Waves as we ring in the start of the Christmas season! Your family is welcome to join the festivities, but please make sure to register yourself and your family members.

Location: Pepperdine Malibu Campus (Upper Mullin Town Square)

Food and Drink: Guests will enjoy catered desserts and a coffee cart.

Schedule of Events:

  • 5:00 PM: Alumni reception begins on Upper Mullin Town Square.
  • 6:00 PM: Tree lighting ceremony begins.
  • 6:30 PM: Tree lighting ceremony approximately ends. Guests are welcome to stay and continue celebrating the holiday season.

Cost: This event is free to everyone. 

Age Requirements: This event is family friendly. Please ensure children are accompanied at all times.

Support the Alumni Endowed Scholarship Funds: You are invited to give a gift during the registration process that will go directly towards student scholarships at the school of your choosing. These scholarships will be awarded to students to assist them in funding their education at Pepperdine. The award is based on financial need as determined by the Office of Financial Assistance.

Please submit accommodation requests to alumni@pepperdine.edu at the time of registration. Advance notice is requested to secure accommodations.

Details

When

December 1, 2026
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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Where

Pepperdine Malibu Campus (Upper Mullin Town Square)
Malibu, 90263, United States

Contact

Steven Cordova
steven.cordova@pepperdine.edu
310-506-6005
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