What's Parent & Family Weekend?
Parent & Family Weekend at Oregon State University is a biannual celebration designed to welcome families and friends of OSU students. The event is packed with a variety of activities, including fun events, engaging workshops, lively entertainment, campus tours, educational sessions, and numerous opportunities to connect with the OSU community.
Family Weekend is held twice a year, with events in both the fall and spring, ensuring that families have multiple opportunities to visit and engage with the campus. During the fall event, you can enjoy the beautiful autumn scenery and participate in seasonal activities. The spring event offers a chance to experience the campus in full bloom and enjoy different activities tailored to the season.
Don’t forget to stop by the top of the Memorial Union staircase to check-in through the OSU Parent & Family Portal and pick up your exclusive Parent & Family Weekend stickers!
Commonly Asked Questions:
You can arrive and depart whenever it is convenient for you. There are no set times to arrive, only events to attend!
Nope! You can attend anything you wish, assuming the event isn't full, or just come and hang out with your student and see campus from their eyes.
If you want to purchase your own tickets, you can do so by visiting the Ticket Office
Tickets to the public will at 12am on May 2nd and are $15 for General Admission.
- All University Sing has a fee for those who want to attend.
- Spring Family Weekend Gold, there will be a price per team.
- Screen-print with the Craft Center will have a fee per t-shirt.
Corvallis is a small town with limited hotels. Many families find success in looking for housing in our surrounding towns of Albany, Lebanon, Philomath, Sweet Home, or Junction City.
Don't forget to look at alternatives to hotels, such as AirBNB, VRBO, or consider staying with a friend or family member nearby.
As you prepare to visit Oregon State, it’s essential to be aware of our parking regulations, especially on game days. Here are some key points to keep in mind:
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Game Day Changes: Parking rules differ significantly on Saturdays due to tailgating and other events. While many of our lots are typically free on weekends, Saturday will have specific restrictions. Be sure to read all posted signs in the parking areas to avoid any surprises. For a detailed view, please refer to the Game Day Parking Map.
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Regular Parking: If you’re visiting on Friday of Family Weekend, make sure to check the Regular Parking Map for available options and regulations.
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Metered Parking: Please note that metered parking spaces, like those in front of the Dixon Recreation Center, are always in effect. The free weekend parking does not apply here, so ensure to pay the meter to avoid fines.
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Tow-Away Zones: Pay close attention to the red areas on the game day parking map. These are designated tow-away zones. Any vehicle parked there starting at 7:00 AM on game day will be towed, so please plan accordingly.
The finalized dates for Spring Family Weekend are generally announced around December on our website. Typically, this event takes place during the first week of May, although that is subject to change year-to-year.
The finalized dates for Fall Family Weekend are generally finalized and announced around the end of Spring on our website. Typically, this event takes place during a home OSU football game.
We understand that families are eager to plan ahead for Family Weekends and appreciate your patience as we finalize these dates. We recommend signing up for our OSU Parent & Family Portal to receive announcements and updates.
Fall Family Weekend 2025 will be held November 7-9, and will be centered around the football game versus Sam Houston at Reser Stadium.
Send us an e-mail at [email protected] and we'll be happy to help!