Cornell on the Vineyard 2025

C U on the Bluffs!
Please scroll and read this entire page for all information about our events on Martha's Vineyard.
Includes:
Event Descriptions and Registration Links, Traveling to and through the Vineyard, Lodging Information, & FAQs! Questions: Email Shannon K. Cohall '14, LLM '25 at president@cbaa1976.com

Monday (8/4) - Red & White Cocktail Reception

Ticketed Event - $50

Address will be provided upon registration.
Please join us for a Red & White Welcome Cocktail Reception at the home of Dr. Deborah Arrindell ’79. All alumni, family and friends are welcome to attend.

 

The location is walking distance from the Oak Bluffs Ferry Terminal and will be disclosed in your registration confirmation. We look forward to seeing you there!

Registration required. $50 registration fee includes hors d’oeuvres, beer, and wine.

Wednesday (8/6) - CBAA Sunset Cruise

Ticketed Event - $150

Join us on the water for our 2nd Annual Cruise! The ticket includes a private 3 hour boat ride, appetizers, wine, beer, and a selection of non-alcoholic beverages

When: 5:00PM - 8:00PM

Where: The Black Dog Tall Ships, 20 Beach Street Extension
Vineyard Haven, Massachusetts

Dress Code: Casual Chic

Let's celebrate Cornell on the Vineyard week in Big Red style! Come aboard for an unforgettable evening of networking, great vibes, and stunning views. We'll have appetizers and beverages on hand, but feel free to bring your favorite snacks and drinks.

On-Site Event Contact: Shannon Cohall '14, LLM '25, CBAA President - president@cbaa1976.com

Note on accessibility:

Due to her age and historic nature, our schooner ALABAMA is unfortunately not handicapped accessible. Boarding the ship requires climbing a short ladder from the water taxi. This, as well as deboarding is assisted by our crew but passengers should be comfortable with and able to climb in order to do so safely. Once onboard, in order to access the ship's cabins below deck, including the bathrooms, passengers must once again use a stairwell-style ladder.

Thursday (8/7) - Cornell Beach Party at the Inkwell

When: 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Where: Inkwell Beach, walking distance from the Oak Bluffs Ferry Terminal

“Meet us at the Inkwell! Red tents will mark our spot. Bring your lunch and your beach gear and join us! We will have games for all ages and will be located right across from Alley/Waban Park.

This event is weather pending. A communication will be sent to registered alumni with an update should there be inclement weather.

Friday (8/8) - Black Ivy Alumni Happy Hour

When: 5:00 pm - 8:00 p.m

Where: Noman's, 15 Island Inn Rd, Oak Bluffs

Dress Code: Cornell Swag!

Informal gathering of black alums across the Ivy League! Let's mix and mingle with our friends across the league

Important Information about Martha's Vineyard

Additional scheduled events may be announced. Please look to your inbox for additional information and updates.

Travel to Martha’s Vineyard:
Ferry service from Falmouth, Hyannis and New Bedford, MA, Quonset Point, RI, New York City and New Jersey
https://www.vineyardferries.com/
Flights: American Airlines, Cape Air, Delta and Jet Blue offer service (in-season) to Martha’s Vineyard (MVY).
Peter Pan bus offers bus service between Logan Airport and South Station (train) to all Cape Cod points making for a convenient connection to the ferry service. https://peterpanbus.com/destinations/cape-cod/

Upcoming Local Events and Festivals:
23rd Annual Run&Shoot Filmworks Martha’s Vineyard African American Film Festival (MVAAFF)
August 1 – 9, 2025
For more info and to purchase tickets visit, https://www.mvaaff.com/

Martha’s Vineyard Comedy Fest
August 4 – 22, 2025
For more info and to purchase tickets visit, https://marthasvineyardcomedy.com/

Built on Stilts Dance Festival
August 7 – 9 & August 16 – 18, 2025
For more info visit, https://www.builtonstilts.org/

Additional information on Martha’s Vineyard
• Visit Martha’s Vineyard
• Martha's Vineyard Online
• Vineyard Visitor
• Martha's Vineyard Information
• Vineyard Style

*Placement on this site is not an endorsement from Cornell University. The university is not responsible for the goods and services provided.