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Get Excited!<\/h2>\n

August 28-30, 2026<\/h3>\n

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QVA, UVA\u2019s Queer Alumni Network, formally invites you to the 2026 Gala Weekend in Charlottesville, from Friday, August 28, through Sunday, August 30. We look forward to building community among alumni, students, faculty, and staff, and celebrating incredible leaders.<\/p>\n

Registration for this event is now closed.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Next Steps<\/h2>\n

Book Your Accommodations<\/h3>\n

The room block at the Kimpton the Forum Hotel is now closed. If you have not yet secured lodging for the weekend, please visit the Charlottesville Visitors Bureau for a list of places to stay<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Support Our Mission<\/h3>\n

Help us grow and sustain programs like this by making a donation<\/a>. Every contribution strengthens our community.<\/p>\n

Join Our Mailing List<\/h3>\n

Stay connected with the QVA community! Join our mailing list<\/a> to receive our quarterly newsletter, and stay up to date on events taking place near you and on-Grounds.<\/p>\n

Follow Us on Social Media<\/h3>\n

Stay in touch with all things QVA by following us on Instagram<\/a> and Facebook @queervirginia.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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