In light of recent events affecting the Cornell community, we invite Bay Area alumni to join us for an evening of connection, thoughtful conversation, and mutual support.
What’s included:
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2 beverage tickets, with alcoholic and non-alcoholic options available
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Appetizers (tater tots with cheese and gremolata, garlic knots, cinnamon knots, chicken wings)
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A selection of vegetarian and meaty pizzas!
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More food and drinks available for purchase at the bar
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Chance to win a raffle prize
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An opportunity to connect with 40+ local Cornellians
Registered attendees will be entered into our event raffle featuring prizes from Cornell alumni-owned businesses, and include:
- $50 gift card for Barracuda Sushi (Cornell alumni–owned restaurant in Burlingame)
- $50 gift card for Barebottle Brewing (Cornell alumni–owned taprooms across the SF Bay Area)
- Gift card for half-dozen bagels and two schmears from Boichik Bagels (Cornell alumni–owned bagel shops in the SF Bay Area and LA)
- $50 gift card for Perry's (in SF and SFO Terminal 1)
- Free one-year membership to Cornell NorCal (for non-members only)
WHEN
Thursday, October 15, 2026 | 6:00–8:00 PM
LOCATION
Barebottle Brewing Company, 2520 Augustine Dr. (in Santa Clara Square), Santa Clara
Dress Code: Casual; Cornell Red is welcome.
REGISTRATION
- Early bird (9/1 to 9/15) - Cornell NorCal dues-paying member: $25
- Early bird (9/1 to 9/15) - Non-member: $30
- From 9/16 until sold out - Cornell NorCal dues-paying member: $35
- From 9/16 until sold out - Non-member: $45
Buy tickets in advance online; no tickets sold at the door.
Due to venue requirements, no refunds on ticket purchases will be allowed. However, tickets are transferable to others for the same event.
TRANSPORTATION
Parking is available and free in Santa Clara Square. Please allow for time to park, and consider a rideshare app if you will be drinking.
Please check our website for Cornell Zinck's Night at SF for the SF location.
Support Cornell NorCal:
After you register, consider making a donation on our Donation page. Ticket sales cover only 50% of the cost of Zinck's. Every donation is 100% tax-deductible!
- Become a Zinck's Supporter with a donation of $100.
- Become a Zinck's Angel with a donation of $150.
- Become a Zinck's Hero with a donation of $200, or
- Become a Zinck’s Rockstar with a donation of $250.
Questions? Contact Angshuman Rudra '15 or Zoe Yang ’21.
Join Cornell NorCal here, and donate here.
Event proceeds go towards operating costs and supporting Cornell students from the SF Bay Area. We are a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization, and we receive no funding from Cornell University.
By registering for and/or participating in this event, you agree that you will adhere to the Cornell University guidelines in regard to COVID-19. Stay informed at covid.cornell.edu. If you are sick or showing symptoms of COVID-19, please stay home. Cornell University is not liable in the event of a COVID-19 outbreak. Attendees will participate at their own risk.
