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A family weekend in Savannah

MCALPINE Reunion 2027

Savannah, GA · July 15–18

Plan the weekend

Come enjoy the
Hostess City

Four days of fun, fellowship, good food, and new memories in Historic Downtown Savannah.

McAlpine family crest: an eagle above a tree of life, framed by laurels, books, a graduation cap, a handshake and an anvil.
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The Georgia Queen, a white multi-deck paddlewheel riverboat with its red paddlewheel, on the Savannah River.
The Georgia Queen on the Savannah River
The rooftop pool at the JW Marriott Savannah Plant Riverside District, cabanas and lounge chairs above the riverfront.
JW Marriott Plant Riverside rooftop pool
A rooftop terrace above the Savannah riverfront, with cabanas, lounge seating and a pool.

Rooftop
Hops

Thurs
Jul 15
  • Good drinks
  • Great views
  • Family vibes
The Georgia Queen, a white multi-deck paddlewheel riverboat, moored at the River Street dock.

River Street
Cruise

Fri
Jul 16
  • Music
  • Food
  • Scenic views
Forsyth Fountain at Forsyth Park, its tiered white basins spraying, framed by live oaks.

Forsyth Park
Picnic

Sat
Jul 17
  • Food
  • Games
  • Family
  • Laughs

Reunion preview

Meet us
in Savannah.

Watch the reunion preview, then start planning your family reunion weekend.

Welcome to the McAlpine Family Reunion site. Find everything you need for the weekend here — where we're staying, what each day holds, and how to make your plans official.

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The itinerary

One weekend.
Many memories.

Save the dates, choose your moments, and leave room for the unexpected.

Thursday

July 15, 2027

  • 3:00–6:00 PMWelcome & RegistrationPick up your official reunion gift bag and materials. The hospitality suite has panoramic views of River Street and the Plant Riverside District, an open bar, hors d’oeuvres, and drinks and snacks for the children. An attached Gaming and Social Suite has screens, laptops, consoles, ring lights, games and youth activities.
  • 6:00–8:00 PMIcebreaker Welcome Reception & Casual DinnerCasual dinner buffet, family introductions, a slideshow of past reunions, and plenty of time to reconnect.
  • 8:00 PM–lateRooftops & Local EntertainmentStart at Electric Moon Skytop Lounge overlooking the river, then make our way down River Street. Myrtle & Rose, the Bohemian rooftop, the JW Marriott pool lounge, and Wet Willie’s are all close by.
Friday

July 16, 2027

  • 8:00–9:30 AMFamily BreakfastBreakfast at Turbine Market + Cafe at the JW Marriott.
  • 10:00 AM–1:00 PMOld Town Trolley ToursTour Old Savannah by trolley and explore local Black history sites, River Street, the squares, and the Civil Rights Museum.
  • 1:00–2:30 PMLunchTogether at the hotel before the afternoon opens up.
  • 3:00–5:30 PMFree TimeThe rooftop pool, shopping, the hotel, riverfront views, and Historic Downtown Savannah at your own pace. The JW Marriott provides complimentary car service to make getting around easier.
  • 5:30–6:30 PMHappy Hour at Myrtle & RoseGather and get ready for the all-white dinner and cruise.
  • 6:30 PMTravel to River Street DockThe whole group makes its way down by golf cart, hotel car, or on foot.
  • 7:00–9:00 PMUninhibited White: An All-White Dinner & CruiseBoard the Georgia Queen for dinner, entertainment, and Savannah by night. All-white attire.
  • 10:00 PM–lateRiver Street After-HoursExplore Savannah hotspots and make new memories together.
Saturday

July 17, 2027

  • MorningFamily BreakfastStart the day together at the JW Marriott.
  • 10:30 AM–4:00 PMForsyth Park – Barbecue/Lowcountry BoilKelly Tours takes us to Forsyth Park. Wear your official reunion shirt. Barbecue and Lowcountry boil, games and contests, the 1st Annual McAlpine Family Reunion Spades and Domino Tournaments, life-sized Jenga, and our group photo at the fountain.
  • 5:00–5:30 PMCommittee MeetingPlanning for McAlpine Family Reunion 2029, in the hospitality suite.
  • 5:30–7:00 PMRest & PrepA short break before the evening.
  • 7:00 PM–lateSomething for EveryoneRiver Street for seniors, City Market and River Street for young adults, and video-game sessions for children in the Gaming and Social Suite next to the hospitality suite.
  • 10:00 PM–lateCity Market & Savannah NightlifeYour local family hosts a night out in Savannah’s legendary City Market. Our older family members will be guided to live entertainment and jazz venues.
Sunday

July 18, 2027

  • 9:00–11:00 AMFarewell Prayer Breakfast & Worship at First African Baptist ChurchWe gather for worship and reflection at First African Baptist Church, with closing remarks and gratitude — a chance to give thanks, share memories, and celebrate the family bond that brings us together.
  • 11:00 AM–12:00 PMCheckout & Departure PlanningHugs, goodbyes, and the beginning of our plans for 2029.
  • 1:00–5:00 PMOptional Beach Day at Savannah Beach, Tybee Island, GATransportation will be provided. Confirm your beach attendance with your .

The details

A beautiful
place to land.

Our home base is the JW Marriott Savannah Plant Riverside District, right on the riverfront in the heart of Historic Downtown Savannah.

Room rate

$249per night

2 Queens
Comfort for the crew
1 King
A room to recharge

Travel and stay are separate from reunion fees.

ONLY BOOK ON THE SECURE PORTAL THAT WILL BE PROVIDED - DO NOT USE THE GENERAL WEBSITE

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Reunion Fees

Reunion Fees by age and length of stay
FullPartial
Adults$250$150
Children$150$100

Fees cover the weekend's organized events. Rooms are booked separately with the hotel.

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Getting there

Savannah/Hilton Head International (SAV) is about twenty minutes from the riverfront. The hotel sits in Historic Downtown, so most of the weekend is walkable once you arrive.

July in Savannah is hot and humid. Bring light clothes, walking shoes for cobblestone, and something white for Friday's cruise.

Get directions

One form per household

Reservation Info

We are collecting attendee info to provide you with updates as we get closer to the 2027 Reunion. Tell us who's coming, how to reach you, and your T-shirt sizes.

Questions

Good to know

What does the reunion cost?

For the full weekend, $250 per adult and $150 per child. For a partial weekend, $150 per adult and $100 per child. Travel and your hotel room are separate — the room rate is $249 per night at the JW Marriott.

Where is everyone staying?

The JW Marriott Savannah Plant Riverside District, on the riverfront in Historic Downtown. Two room types are set aside: two queens, or one king.

Is there a dress code?

Friday evening is Uninhibited White: An All-White Dinner & Cruise — the event aboard the Georgia Queen calls for all-white attire. Everything else across the weekend is casual.

What is there for the children?

Saturday at Forsyth Park is built for them: games, contests, life-sized Jenga, Spades and Dominoes, and the group photo at the fountain. Saturday evening includes video-game sessions for children.

What about our seniors?

Thursday opens with a hospitality suite and a seated welcome reception. Saturday evening has a River Street plan for seniors specifically, and Sunday closes with the farewell prayer breakfast and worship at First African Baptist Church.

Can I pay in installments?

Yes. Reunion Fees can be paid in two installments: the 1st payment is due on or by January 1, 2027, and the final payment by March 30, 2027. Sponsorships are due on or by January 1, 2027.

What is the refund policy?

There isn't one. Administering refunds would be too cumbersome, so fees are non-refundable. Partial payments go toward the weekend for other family members attending in 2027, and any overpayments roll forward to the 2029 planning committee.

How do I pay and book my room?

Pay your Reunion Fees online through our secure payment page. Book your room using the hotel link below. The family itinerary app is coming soon and will be linked from the section below.

Sponsorship

Back the weekend.

Sponsors help keep the reunion within reach for every branch of the family. Four levels, each named for the seal.

Tawny Eagle

$2,000

Ghana Gold

$1,000

Ghana Green

$500

Ghana Roots

$250

All funds in excess of those required for the 2027 event roll over to the 2029 reunion and are held in trust by McAlpine PLLC.

Sponsorship agreement coming soon

Ready when you are

Make your
plans official.

Use the links below to reserve your stay, pay your Reunion Fees, and keep up with the family.

Reserve your stayJW Marriott Savannah Plant Riverside District Reunion FeesPay securely online

AllEvents appKeep up with the reunion itinerary Coming soon

Contact

Get in
touch.

Questions about the weekend, fees, sponsorship, or travel? Send the reunion committee a note and we'll get back to you.

Reunion 2027

Payment Schedule

Reunion Fees

  • 1st Payment due on or byJanuary 1, 2027
  • Final Payment due byMarch 30, 2027

Sponsorship

  • Due on or byJanuary 1, 2027
Pay Now

Payments are processed securely through LawPay.

Reunion 2027

Reservation Info

Please complete one form per household. We'll use this information for reunion updates, planning, and family communications.

1 Primary household contact

Preferred contact methodWe'll send updates and announcements by phone, text, email or mail. Choose every way you'd like to hear from us.

2 Household & reunion planning

Is this your 1st McAlpine Reunion?
Number expected to attendInclude yourself.
We are encouraging our family to bring guests this year!Will you bring a guest?
Will you attend the optional Beach Day?Sunday, July 18 · 1:00–5:00 PM · Savannah Beach, Tybee Island, GA. Transportation will be provided.

3 Official reunion T-shirt

What's your T-shirt size?
Are you ordering for a child too?

Note: If you would like more than 1, we will bill you separately.

4 Anything else?

📷 Please send any pictures you have from prior reunions to McAlpineReunionLive@gmail.com.