AVIATOR NATION HITS THE ROAD FOR THE COLLEGE TOUR 2026

12 schools. 12 limited collections. One fall spent celebrating school spirit with Aviator Nation.

LOS ANGELES, Sept. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- This fall, Aviator Nation is heading back to campus. Beginning September 12th and running through November, the Aviator Nation College Tour 2026 is the brand's largest collegiate rollout yet, introducing 12 new college collections through weekly product drops, on-campus activations and pop-up experiences at some of the country's most iconic schools.

As demand for Aviator Nation's licensed collections continues to grow, the College Tour is an expansion of the brand for its student fanbase. The team is bringing its signature take on American-made apparel directly to campuses through immersive retail experiences, game day activations and exclusive school merchandise.

Each week, a new collection will launch on AviatorNation.com with select schools hosting in-person experiences in partnership with university bookstores. From game day tailgates to campus gathering spots, the tour brings Aviator Nation's laid-back California vibe to college football season.

"We're incredibly excited to bring Aviator Nation's iconic style to the collegiate space through these university collections. Each school has its own traditions and these collaborations give students, alumni, and fans a fresh way to celebrate that spirit through Aviator Nation. Our events team is looking forward to bringing this to life on campus connecting with communities that make each university special," said Jennifer Crawford, Vice President Partnerships at Aviator Nation.

No two stops on the tour will look exactly alike. Some schools will feature in-store pop-ups inside campus bookstores during major game weekends while others will host larger outdoor activations with entertainment in high-traffic campus locations. Each experience is designed to feel like stepping into an Aviator Nation store, complete with the brand's recognizable identity, visual displays and music-filled atmosphere.

The limited drops will also be available online, making it easy for alumni, students and fans everywhere to shop as each school debuts. For updates on events and collection releases, visit AviatorNation.com.

COLLEGE TOUR 2026 DATES

• September 12 - University of Notre Dame
• September 19 - University of Mississippi
• September 25 - The Ohio State University
• October 3 - University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
• October 10 - Vanderbilt University
• October 17 - LSU
• October 24 - Harvard University
• November 4 - UCLA
• November 6 - SMU
• November 13 - University of Georgia
• November 20- University of Miami
• November 21 - University of California, Berkeley

ABOUT AVIATOR NATION:
Aviator Nation is the inimitable 1970s-inspired California lifestyle brand founded by Paige Mycoskie in Venice Beach in 2006. Since launch, Aviator Nation has grown into a global lifestyle brand with 20 retail locations stocking the brand's women's, men's and kids' collections. Hand-made in the USA, Aviator Nation's hoodies and sweatpants are the foundation of what we do, but our aim is to unite a tribe of passionate individuals who want to inspire the world. Creating products that reflect our values and highlight the beauty of imperfection is the dream combo. Through our products, we celebrate a time when music, surfing, and a love for community shaped our culture. Our mission is to keep this energy alive. Live. Love. Fly. www.aviatornation.com.

SOURCE Aviator Nation