Lodging, Travel, and FAQs

• Hotel Casa 425
  1.6 miles from Pitzer 425 W First St.
  Claremont, CA 91711
  1.866.450.0425
  Visit Hotel Casa 425's Website
   
• Comfort Inn Near Fairplex
  6.3 miles from Pitzer
  1421 S. Garey Ave.
  Pomona, CA 91773
  909.620.0099
  Visit the Comfort Inn Website
   
• Sheraton Ontario Airport
  7.6 miles from Pitzer 429 N. Vineyard Ave.
  Ontario, CA 91764
  909.937.7459
  Visit the Sheraton Website
   
• DoubleTree Ontario Airport Hotel
  7.8 miles from Pitzer 222 N. Vineyard Ave.
  Ontario, CA 91764
  800.222.TREE or 909.937.0900
  Visit the DoubleTree Website
   
• Comfort Suites Ontario Airport Convention Center
  7.9 miles from Pitzer 1811 E. Holt Blvd.
  Ontario, CA 91761
  909-605-0700
  Visit the Comfort Suites Website
   
• Country Inn & Suites by Carlson — Ontario Mills
  11 miles from Pitzer
  4674 E. Ontario Mills Pkwy
  Ontario, CA 91764
  909.204.5365
  Visit the Country Inn & Suites Website

Airports

• Ontario International Airport (ONT) is located 20 minutes from campus. Many major airlines service Ontario.
• Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is located about one hour and 15 minutes from campus (assuming minimal traffic). Most major airlines service LAX.
• John Wayne International Airport (Orange County) is located in Newport Beach, just off the 405 freeway, about 30 miles south of Claremont. The estimated travel time is approximately one hour.
• Other nearby airports: Long Beach Airport (LGB), Hollywood Burbank Airport (BUR)

Airport Shuttle Service

Airport shuttle services are available to The Claremont Colleges and nearby hotels. Prices may vary depending on the type of van service, number of passengers, and total bags.

• Express Shuttle: 800.427.7483
• SuperShuttle: 800.BLUE.VAN (258.3826)

Rental Car

• Alamo: 800.327.9633
• Avis: 800.831.2847
• Enterprise: 800.325.8007
• National: 800.227.7368
• Thrifty: 800.367.2277
• Prime Time Shuttle: 800.RED.VANS (733.8267)
   
• Claremont Dial-a-Ride
  909.623.0183
  
  Claremont Dial-a-Ride is a curb-to-curb transportation service open to people of all ages and provides transportation within the boundaries of Claremont as well as medical facilities in the Pomona Valley Medical Center area, the Courthouse and Social Security office in Pomona, the Montclair Place, and Montclair TransCenter. For more information, please visit their website.
   
• Metrolink and Foothill Transit Claremont Metrolink Station 
  200 W. First St
  Claremont, CA
  
  The Claremont Metrolink Station provides easy transportation to various activity centers via Metrolink and Foothill Transit. Ride into downtown Los Angeles' Union Station and connect with buses and trains that take you to a number of locations in the Los Angeles and Orange County areas, or simply enjoy downtown Los Angeles. For a full schedule and information avaialbe at the Metrolink and Foothill Transit websites. 

Other Ground Transportation

• Amtrak
  The nearest Amtrak station is located on Garey Avenue in Pomona, about three miles from campus. Service is provided daily.
   
• Greyhound Bus Lines
  The closest Greyhound depot is located on Indian Hill Boulevard, just south of the 1-10 freeway.

CMC will be completing a comprehensive street improvement project for Claremont Boulevard, including:

• The installation of a traffic signal and crosswalks at Ninth Street
• Protected bike lanes
• Underground utilities

This major construction project will necessarily result in disruptions throughout the remainder of the academic year, particularly with respect to construction noise, road closures, and adjusted traffic patterns. Some pedestrian and vehicle access to the Pitzer campus will be affected by these disruptions.

Learn More About the Road Closures

Registration is now open! You can view and complete the Registration Form on our website. Don’t miss out on securing your spot at Alumni Weekend 2026!

 Yes! Alumni Weekend is open to all alumni, regardless of whether you are celebrating a reunion year. We welcome alumni from all classes to join us for this exciting weekend of events and connection.

Absolutely! We’re excited to welcome families and students to Alumni Weekend. It’s a great opportunity for alumni to reconnect with the Pitzer community, and for families and students to experience the Pitzer spirit.

Early Bird registration is now open and closes on Tuesday, March 31. Regular registration will open after Early Bird registration closes on Sunday, April 12. On-site registration will be available on Friday, May 1 and Saturday, May 2.

We recommend registering early to secure your place and to ensure participation in some of our more popular events.

You can find hotel block rates and detailed travel information on our Hotel and Travel webpage. We’ve secured discounted room rates at local hotels for your convenience. Be sure to book early as availability is limited. For travel assistance or more specific inquiries, feel free to email us at alumni@pitzer.edu or call us at 909.607.4030.

For any additional questions or concerns, don’t hesitate to email us at alumni@pitzer.edu or call us at 909.607.4030. We’re happy to help!

Yes, you can update your registration details at any time by logging into your registration portal. If you need assistance with any changes, please email us at alumni@pitzer.edu or call us at 909.607.4030.

Yes, there will be dedicated events for reunion classes as well as special gatherings for alumni groups. Make sure to check the schedule for details on events that are tailored specifically to your class or group.

Dress comfortably! Many of our events take place outdoors, so we recommend wearing weather-appropriate attire, especially for tours and activities. For evening events, business casual attire is appropriate.

Yes, meals will be provided for many of the weekend’s events. Detailed information on meal options and dietary restrictions will be included with your registration confirmation.