Husky Social: Long Beach Touchdown Mixer
Aug. 21, 2026
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
330 S Pine Avenue, Long Beach CA 90802
Get hyped for Husky football!
Gather with your local Huskies at Gladstone’s Long Beach, known for its friendly service and unbeatable waterfront views. Local UWAA volunteer and Husky football alum Coach Knocc (a.k.a. Danianke Smith, ’94) will be hosting this free preseason mixer together with the UW Alumni Association.
- Appetizers and fountain drinks provided.
- No-host bar open for additional purchases.
- Attendees may bring up to two guests.
UWAA events and programs are open to everyone regardless of race, sex or other identity.
Know Before You Go
- Reserved firepit seating on the outdoor waterfront patio.
- Paid valet parking available on-site; additional paid self-parking options nearby.
- Gladstone’s Long Beach is an ADA-accessible venue.
- Advance registration strongly encouraged.
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