Events Celebrating 100 Years
Throughout the year, events and experiences will bring students, alumni, faculty, churches, and community partners together to celebrate this milestone.
A 100-year anniversary invites the entire Concordia Texas community to participate in this historic moment.
Celebrate Centennial Weekend: October 23-24, 2026
Centennial Prayer Breakfast
Prayer is foundational for what we do at Concordia, and every semester, we bring together the community to pray. We pray for our campus, our students, our community and our supporters. Join with Austin’s faith community Friday, October 23 from 8 am to 11 am.
Centennial Breakfast RSVPCentennial Dinner
Join us for a festive, Texas sized celebration at the beautiful Oasis on Lake Travis, as we honor a century of lives inspired and futures shaped. Enjoy a Texas fajita buffet, open bar, photo booth and dancing the night away. Tickets are available for purchase for dinner on Friday, October 23.
Centennial Dinner RSVPCentennial Campus Day
We will celebrate this historic anniversary inviting all to our Northwest Austin campus. Take a tour, relive old memories, hear from favorite professors, enjoy a catered lunch. The day will be a celebration to remember ending with a large worship hour.
Centennial Campus RSVPWe’re continuing the Centennial anniversary celebration throughout the year at other events including Christmas at Concordia and Commencement in December and Athletics Hall of Fame in January. Check the calendar:
Stay Connected for Centennial Updates
Alumni, friends, and community members are invited to stay connected as we celebrate this historic milestone.
Update your contact information to receive Centennial event announcements, stories, and opportunities to participate throughout the year.
Stay Connected to the CentennialWhat to Expect on Campus Day
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What is the schedule for the Centennial Campus Day?
The event will be hosted at Concordia Texas from 10 am – 6 pm.
- 9:00 am: Check-in with coffee and light breakfast options
- 10:00 am: Open Ceremony: Welcome Prayer and Kick-Off
- Jane Martens & Larry Meissner, honorary chairs
- 11:30 am – 1:30 pm: BBQ Tailgate Lunch with Music by Worship Music DJ’s
- 4 pm: Centennial Worship Service
- Will my favorite professors be at the Centennial Campus Day?
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What faculty will present demos during the Centennial Campus Day?
Faculty demos:
- Nursing Simulation Demonstration. Dr. Amber Shammas, Senior Director, College of Health Sciences and Associate Professor of Nursing will coordinate demonstrations in CTX Nursing Simulation labs with Nursing faculty and nursing students.
- Student Symposium. Dr. Mary Kay Johnston, Professor of Biology will set up a display of previous students’ poster presentations. Throughout the day, this will be passive programming—guests can view the displays on their own. However, at two times during the day, Dr. Johnston will be present to discuss faculty mentoring of students on their research projects. Students from all CTX disciplines participate in this event in Spring and Fall (so it won’t simply be STEM posters).
- Friesenhahn Cave & Preserve talk. Dr. Jen Hofmann, Associate Professor of Biology and Friesenhahn Cave & Preserve Coordinator will give a dynamic classroom talk about Concordia’s Friesenhahn Cave, complete with a virtual tour of the cave and physical artifacts from the cave,
- The Book of James & the Art of Translating Greek. Dr. Curt Giese, Professor of Religion will deliver a classroom talk on his experiences teaching Greek, his Concordia Commentary book of James, and decades-long work he has done with the Concordia Commentary Series: A Theological Exposition of Sacred Scripture.
- The Art of Ceramics. Professor Nicholas Dertien, Adjunct Professor Art will conduct a hands-on working with clay demonstration in the CTX art studio. He will also discuss the art of glass blowing and share his work designing baptismal fonts for worship spaces.
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What other activities are happening at Concordia Texas’ Centennial Campus Day?
Fun activities throughout the day include:
- Preserve Tours
- Campus Tours
- Live Music on the Back Porch
- CTX Museum
- Time Capsule
- CTX Swag Sales
- Selfie Stations
- “I Love CTX” Wall
- Button Making
- Face Painting & Balloon Twister
- Vintage Board & Card Games
- Plant the Future – planting station
- Prayer Walk and Wall
- Blessing Bags
- Alumni Meet-Ups and Reunion Rooms
- Carnival-style Games for Kids of All Ages
- BBQ Tailgate Lunch with Music by Worship Music DJ’s
- Kickball Game
- Reception following Worship
- Special Musical Guests
Local Hotel Options
Hampton Inn & Suites Austin Cedar Park-Lakeline
10811 Pecan Park Boulevard - Austin, TX 78750
Last date to make reservations: September 23, 2026
Cancellations: due by 48 hours prior to arrival
Hot breakfast buffet: Included in rate, served 6:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Hyatt Place
7300 N FM 620, Austin, TX 78728
Click the booking link below. Select your preferred room and dates. You are able to
change the dates by selecting the tab on the right upper corner "Edit Stay Details".
Once the dates are selected, you will be able to see the breakdown of rates on the
following page. Complete the booking process by filling in your details and confirming
your reservation.
Important Notes:
Rate visible reflects an additional $2.00 state recovery fee.
Please be advised that the cut-off date for all reservations is 9/23/2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Austin
2013 Ranch Road 620 S, Lakeway, TX 78734
If anyone calls our reservations line, they will need to provide the hotel, dates,
and Group Code below:
Group Code: CCB
Cutoff Date: 9/25/2026
Arrival Date: 10/23/2026
Departure Date: 10/25/2026
Group Rate: $219/night
Complimentary breakfast, parking, and wi-fi
1926 – 2026
With God We Shall Do Valiantly
Faithfully Forward Together — Into the Next 100 Years