Annual Get-Together 2026
Annual Get-Together & Fundraising Event- SAT. Nov. 7, 2026 - Pleasant Hill, CA
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Event Information:
- Date / Time: Saturday, November 7, 2026
- Venue: The Perera Pavilion, 320 Civic Dr, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523
- Cost: (buy tickets here)
- $ 150 per person (ages above 14 yr)
- Kids (6-14 yr): $35, Kids under 6yr: free
- Special Discount for Pera Graduate Students: $75 per student
- Ticket Includes:
- Appetizers, Drinks & Dinner
- Fun entertainment and music
A fantastic opportunity to mingle with Pera alumni and make new connections
- Attire: Business Casual
- Men: dress smart with (optional) jacket.
- Women: Traditional saree or Business casual dress/pants
Accommodation:
Here are the nearby recommended hotels. Please use the following links to make your reservation.
- Residence Inn by Marriott Pleasant Hill Concord (Click here to reserve)
- Embassy Suites by Hilton Walnut Creek (Click here to reserve)
- Hilton Concord (Click here to reserve)
- If you are a Pera student and need affordable accommodation, we may be able to offer free “gaje” housing with the help of local alumni. If you need this accommodation, please let us know ahead of time.
FAQ:
- What are the closest airports:
- San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
- About 39 miles from the venue
- 45–60 minutes by car
- Direct BART train access to Pleasant Hill
- San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
- Oakland International Airport (OAK)
- About 30 miles from the venue
- 35–45 minutes by car
- Quick connection to BART via Airport Connector
- Oakland International Airport (OAK)
- Alternative Transportation Options & Information:
- Public Transportation – Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART)
- Nearest stop: Pleasant Hill / Contra Costa Centre Station
- From SFO: Direct train (about 1 hr 10 min)
- From OAK: Airport Connector -> BART ->Pleasant Hill
- About 5–10-minute drive from station to venue
- Public Transportation – Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART)
- Alternative Transportation Options & Information:
- Local Transportation
- Ride Apps: Uber & Lyft widely available
- Driving Access: Easy via I-680 and Highway 24
- From BART: Short Uber/Lyft ride (5–10 minutes)
- Local Transportation
- What are the sightseeing Options
- Near By
- San Francisco City
- Golden Grade Bridge
- Napa Valley Wine Country
- Lake Tahoe
- Near By
- If you are adventurous & have time to spare
- Las Vegas (8 hr drive)
- Grand Canyon (12 hr drive)
- Santa Barbara (5 hr drive)
- If you are adventurous & have time to spare
How to help:
We are seeking sponsors for the event to keep the cost down and maximize the funds needed to support the University and its ongoing projects. If you are unable to attend the event, please consider contributing to the event using the donate link on our website: Click to Donate