Plan Your Family Weekend Visit
We look forward to welcoming all Cornell families for Family Weekend October 25-27, 2024! Unlike Family Orientation, the schedule for Family Weekend will vary each day, with most activities occurring on Friday and Saturday. Families are welcome to attend all or some planned events during the weekend.
Questions? Check out our Frequently Asked Questions page for more details about the weekend.
Check-In
You can check in for Family Weekend and pick up your packet, which includes your welcome bag, t-shirt (if purchased), souvenirs, and other materials in the Toni Morrison Hall Multipurpose Room at the times below.
Thursday, October 24 | 4:30 pm-6:30 pm
Friday, October 25 | 11:00 am-6:00 pm
Saturday, October 26 | 9:00 am-12:00 pm
If you are unable to attend packet pickup for the weekend, your student can pick up your materials. Please make sure your student brings their student ID and a copy of your ticket email.
Plan Your Weekend
Check out our Schedule Overview for a weekend timeline and types of events. The full schedule of events will be available in late August. Please note that the information is subject to change. We will have a rich array of activities to enjoy. Pick and choose the activities that interest you. Most, but not all, of the weekend’s activities are included in your registration fee. Those requiring an additional ticket will be listed on our Family Weekend registration page. When planning your schedule, please keep in mind that your Cornell student may not be available for the entire weekend due to academic and co-curricular commitments. Don't forget to ask your student what they might want to show you while you are on campus. Check out these Family Weekend tips from our students.
Please note that all events are first-come, first-served unless you have purchased a specific ticket for an event. Your Family Weekend name badge (received at check-in) will be required to access any event. Students will also have a name badge to attend events.
Athletic Events
Are you attending an athletic event while on campus? Check out the FAQ Page and Parking Page for important details. Please note the Athletics Event Clear Bag Policy for all ticketed events. Don’t have a clear bag, stop by the Cornell Store to pick one up before the game.
Make the Most of Your Time in Ithaca
The Ithaca community is excited to welcome Cornell families back to Ithaca and Tompkins County for Family Weekend! We will be hosting a Cornell Family Conversation about Getting to Know Ithaca and Tompkins County with Visit Ithaca on Thursday, October 10, at noon ET to learn more about Ithaca and all that it has to offer while you are visiting. Register here to join us!
Parking on Campus
Campus parking rules will be in effect for Family Weekend. Plan to park vehicles before proceeding to Family Weekend Check-In in Toni Morrison Hall or any Family Weekend event. Certain lots will be available to families during their time on campus free of charge. More information will be available in early October.
Dining on Campus
During Family Weekend, families can enjoy eating on campus at any of the Cornell Dining locations across campus. Various locations will be open for your enjoyment. Most locations are cashless and require payment via credit or debit card, Apply Pay, or Google Pay. Students may also use bonus meals for family members when eating in dining rooms. Visit the Guide to Cornell Dining page for more information.
Lodging
We highly recommend that you make your reservations for overnight accommodations as soon as possible. Check out lodging options in the area.