Family Weekend
Save the Date for Family Weekend 2025!
Join us for Cornell University’s Family Weekend from October 31–November 2, 2025. We are excited to welcome families to campus for this cherished tradition that brings together Cornell students and their loved ones for a meaningful weekend of connection, celebration, and discovery.
What to Expect
We are currently planning an engaging schedule of events that will provide opportunities to experience campus life, meet faculty and staff, and create lasting memories with your student.
Family Weekend highlights will include:
- Academic and college-hosted programming
- Family Celebration Lunch*
- Sunset on the Slope
- Cornell Football and other athletic events*
- Performances, open houses, tours, and more
*May require an additional cost
Key Planning Dates
- The schedule overview is now available to help you begin planning your visit
- The full schedule of events will be posted in late August
- Registration will open in early September 2025
We strongly encourage you to make travel and lodging arrangements early, as accommodations in the Ithaca area fill up quickly. Visit our Plan Your Visit page for lodging information and travel tips.
Additional Information
For more details about registration, event access, accessibility accommodations, and weekend logistics, visit our Frequently Asked Questions page.
If you have additional questions, please contact our office at [email protected].
We look forward to welcoming you to campus this fall.