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Family Weekend Schedule

Family Weekend 2025 Schedule Overview

We can’t wait to welcome you to campus this fall for Family Weekend 2025, October 31-November 2! Whether it’s your first time or you’re a returning family, we’re planning a weekend full of events that will help you connect with Cornell, celebrate your student, and make lasting memories together.

Below is a sneak peek at what the weekend will look like. The full schedule of events—with all the details you need—will be available in late August. In the meantime, take a look at the overview to start planning your visit.

Please note: This overview is for planning purposes only and events are subject to change as we finalize the full lineup.

What to Expect

Family Weekend is all about exploration, connection, and celebration. We’ll have a variety of events happening across campus—from casual drop-ins and student performances to engaging panels, family-friendly activities, and community traditions.

  • Most events are included in your Family Weekend registration.
  • A Family Weekend name badge is required for most events (you and your student will receive one at check-in).
  • Some events may require advance tickets or additional fees, which will be noted in the final schedule.
  • Events are generally first-come, first-served.
  • Your student may have other weekend commitments—so plan your time together thoughtfully!

Weekend at a Glance

(Subject to change. Full event details coming late August!)

Thursday, October 30

  • 4:30–6:30 PM | Early Check-In 

Friday, October 31

  • 11:00 AM–6:00 PM | Check-In & Welcome Lounge
  • 1:00–5:00 PM | College and School Events / Welcome Receptions
  • 1:00–5:00 PM | University Experiences (museums, workshops, tutorials)
  • 5:30–7:00 PM | Student & Campus Life Welcome Reception
  • 7:00–9:00 PM | Evening Event

Saturday, November 1

  • 9:00 AM–12:00 PM | Check-In & Welcome Lounge
  • 8:30 AM–12:00 PM | College and School Events / Welcome Receptions
  • 11:30 AM–1:30 PM | Family Celebration Lunch*
  • 1:00–3:00 PM | Fall Fest | Arts Quad
  • TBA | Football vs. Princeton*
  • 2:00–4:00 PM | Housing & Residential Life Panel and Hall Tours
  • 2:00–5:00 PM | Department Open Houses
  • 2:00–5:00 PM | University Experiences (museums, workshops, tutorials)
  • 5:30–7:00 PM | Sunset on the Slope
  • 6:00 PM | Twilight Concert*

Sunday, November 2

  • 10:00 AM–12:00 PM | Coffee in the Gardens
  • 9:00 AM–2:00 PM | Sunday Family Brunch at the Statler*
    • Seatings at 9:00 AM, 11:00 AM, and 12:30 PM

*Indicates an additional charge

We’re working hard to create a welcoming and memorable weekend just for you. Be sure to check back in late August for the full schedule—and get ready to experience Cornell like never before!

💌 Questions? Contact us at families@cornell.edu.