Family Weekend
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Family Weekend
October 4-6, 2024
*Family Weekend 2024 was fantastic! We look forward to Family Weekend 2025. Visit this site in the future to view the 2025 schedule.
Family Weekend 2024
Family Weekend is when we welcome UWL Families to campus and show off all the amazing things we have going on. We want you to feel comfortable and familiar with the institution your student attends, and Family Weekend is an excellent way to get to know UWL. We're looking forward to seeing you for Family Weekend 2024: October 4-6th!
We are excited to see you on-campus! Whether you come for one day or the whole weekend, we look forward to having you visit. View the activities scheduled, keep an eye out for when tickets go on sale!
Check out our New Students and Families webpage for other important information!
The most up to date Family Weekend schedule can be found below. Please note, however, that the schedule is still being finalized and subject to change.
Ticketing Information
For ticketed events, click the above link! You will have the option to pick up your tickets at the Information Center desk in the Student Union (first floor), print them at home, or sent to you digitally.
Please note: You do not have to purchase your student a ticket to any sporting events as with their Eagle ID, they get free access to games. For other ticketed events, though, your student will need a ticket. Discounted tickets for volleyball, football, and soccer are only available through the pre-sale event. Tickets may be purchased on the day of the event at regular pricing.
Have questions or need assistance? Please contact our ticket office at 608.785.8877.
Parking Information
During Family Weekend, you may park in campus lots after 2 pm on Friday, October 4 until 2 pm on Sunday, October 6 during the day without a permit. This includes both Residential and Commuter lots, marked with an R and C, respectively. Space in our Residential Lots is very limited, please only park there for a limited time (ie: taking items up to your students' room) and then move your vehicle to a Commuter Lot. Overnight parking is not permitted in either type of lot without a permit. You are welcome to purchase a weekend pass for overnight parking ($5/night if you need one) by contacting Parking Services.
Food Options
- An hour and a half before the football game, concessions will be available.
- Whitney Dining Center will be open all weekend, you may purchase a meal at Whitney at the cash register where your student swipes in.
- For dining options off-campus, we encourage you to visit the Explore La Crosse page and to make reservations!
Special Accommodations
If you need any special accommodations during Family Weekend, please contact Colleen Schulz at nsfp@uwlax.edu.
Schedule
| Time | Event | Location | Cost |
|
1-5 p.m. |
The Experiential and The Artificial: Codey Gallas and Ryan Send Sponsored by: UWL Art Department |
UWL Art Gallery, Lowe Center for the Arts |
Free |
|
3-4:15 p.m. |
International Education and Engagement Open House Swing by IEE to learn about all the travel abroad opportunities available to students! Hear from staff and students about their experiences and see where you could explore! Sponsored by: IEE |
1140 Centennial Hall |
Free |
|
3-4:15 p.m. |
Self-Guided Campus Tour We encourage you to participate in our self-guided tour of campus. You can visit campus offices including: the Student Life Office, Career Services, International Education and Engagement, Financial Aid, and more! Sponsored by: Admissions |
2320 Student Union, Admissions Office (Second Floor) |
Free |
|
6-7 p.m. AND 7-8 p.m. |
BINGO Join us for a fun night of BINGO – fun for the whole family! Snacks for everyone and prizes available for winners! Sponsored by: New Student and Family Programs and CAB |
Student Union, Bluffs (Second Floor) |
There are two sessions of Bingo, if you'd like to attend both, you will need a ticket for both. Ticketed event. UWL students will also need a ticket. Tickets are now available! |
|
7 p.m. |
Volleyball vs UW – Stevens Point Sponsored by: Athletics |
Michell Hall Gymnasium |
Ticketed event for guests, FREE Admission for UWL Students with their Eagle ID. Tickets are now available! |
|
8-10 p.m. |
Live Band Karaoke Live out your rock star dreams and belt out your favorite tunes, back by a LIVE band! Sponsored by: CAB |
Entertainment Cafe, Student Union (Lower Level) |
Free |
| Time | Event | Location | Cost |
| Ongoing |
Self-Guided Hike Explore the beautiful La Crosse area, resources are listed on the Rec Sports Outdoor Activities Resources List! |
Coulee Region |
Free |
| 9 a.m. | Parent Advisory Board Meeting | Student Union 2310, Senate Chamber (Second Floor) | |
|
9 a.m. |
Field Bean Bag Tournament Join Rec Sports for a free bag toss tournament on Drake Field! Student Registration is required - limited spots available. Teams will be placed into a single-elimination bracket. Games will start at 9am and will continue until we crown champions!! Prizes given out to the winning team! See you on Drake Field. Sponsored by: REC Sports |
Drake Field |
Free |
| 1 p.m. |
Football vs University of Wisconsin-Platteville Sponsored by: Athletics |
Roger Harring Stadium |
Ticketed event for guests. UWL students get in for free with their Eagle ID. Tickets are now available! |
|
1-5 p.m. |
The Experiential and The Artificial: Codey Gallas and Ryan Send Sponsored by: UWL Art Department |
UWL Art Gallery, Lowe Center for the Arts |
Free |
|
2-5 p.m. |
Volunteer with UWL: Blanket Making Leadership and Involvement Center for an afternoon on blanket making! We are putting together fleece blankets for Coulee Region RSVP to distribute to the La Crosse Community. All supplies will be provided. For more information on volunteer opportunities, check out uwlax.edu/ugetconnected. Sponsored by: LIC |
Student Union, Entertainment Cafe (Lower Level) |
Free |
|
3:30 p.m. |
Free Movie Saturday Join us for a free movie in the Student Union: Back to the Future! Sponsored by: CAB |
Student Union, Movie Theatre |
Free |
| 5 p.m. |
Soccer vs University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh Sponsored by: Athletics |
VMSC Grass Field (Formerly UWL Tennis Courts) |
Ticketed event for guests. UWL students get in for free with their Eagle ID. Tickets are now available! |
| 6 p.m. |
Music and Drama Showcase Second Year Experience invites you to an evening of music and theatre featuring Vocal Ties acapella group and The Drama Club in celebration of Family Weekend! Sponsored by: Second Year Experience |
Student Union Theatre (Lower Level) |
Free |
| 7 p.m. |
Dittelman’s combination of mind reading with stand-up and improv comedy has been the perfect recipe for his success performing on television and live on stage. Having traveled all across the country and around the world, Dittelman reveals your thoughts, influences your decisions, and makes you laugh while leaving your jaws dropped in amazement. Sponsored by: CAB |
Student Union, The Bluffs (Second Floor) |
Ticketed event for students and guests. UWL students will also need a ticket. Tickets are now available! |
| Time | Event | Location | Cost |
|
9:30-10:45 a.m. |
La Crosse Northside Hear, Here Mid-Century Memories Trolley Tour: Ask any Northsider who grew up during the 1950s, 1960s, or 1970s what the city was like, and they just might talk about familiar icons, like The Sweet Shop. They might mention going to school at "Old" Logan, or working at the Autolite or Rubber Mills. They also might mention the groovy tunes at the famed Avalon Ballroom, or the infamous flood of 1965. Join Hear, Here for a bus tour of the Northside and hear about all of these places, and more. Sponsored by: UWL’s Hear, Here. |
1200 Block of Caledonia St, La Crosse. |
Free, but limited capacity.
Register early on the La Crosse Public Library event calendar to secure a space. |
|
1-5 p.m. |
The Experiential and The Artificial: Codey Gallas and Ryan Send Sponsored by: UWL Art Department |
UWL Art Gallery, Lowe Center for the Arts |
Free |
| 3:25 p.m. |
Green Bay Packers vs. LA Rams Sponsored by: New Student and Family Programs and University Centers |
Student Union, Entertainment Cafe (Lower Level) |
Free |
Event Feed
Multiple dates (2 upcoming)
Strength Redefined
Gymtimidation is real!
Starts 5 p.m. Fri, Nov. 22
Senior Art Major Fall Exhibition
Opening Reception: November 22, 5 p.m. - 7 p.m.
9 to 11:30 a.m. Sat, Nov. 23
Turkey Trot 5k Fun Run/Walk
La Crosse's Original Trot
Tue, Nov. 26
Thursday classes held
Explore La Crosse
Looking for fun things to do in our community? Explore La Crosse has everything! Click the link to see all of the events featured in the city of La Crosse and surrounding area!