Family Weekend Schedule
Family Weekend 2026 Schedule Overview
We can’t wait to welcome you to campus this fall for Family Weekend 2026, September 25-27! 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.
A schedule overview will be available in late spring. Family Weekend events typically run from mid-day Friday through mid-afternoon Sunday. For a preview of typical activities, you can review our 2025 Family Weekend schedule.
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!
We look forward to welcoming you to campus on September 25-27 and can't wait for you to experience Cornell in a whole new way!
💌 Questions? Contact us at families@cornell.edu.