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Fall Family Weekend Events
Registration for Fall Family Weekend 2023
Family Weekend registration will closed at 5:00 p.m. Eastern, Thursday, September 7th.
No refunds for paid events after 12:00 p.m. (noon) Eastern, Thursday, August 31st.
Note - we will have walk-up registration available during our check-in times listed below. Blankets will also be available for purchase (while supplies last).
Registration Add-On $35 - Soft Gray Sweatshirt Material Blanket
The blanket is 46 x 50 and has one Purdue logo on the corner.
Now Available - PurdueGuide App
No need to fumble around with a printed schedule - with the PurdueGuide App powered by Guidebook, you can create your personalized agenda for the weekend, sync events to your calendar, and even get directions from your location to the event you are going to!
When reviewing event, please be advised of the following:
** = Space limited, additional registration was required
$ = Event has an additional fee
Fall Campus Activities
Check-In Information
France A. Córdova Recreational Sports Center (CREC), Black & Gold Gyms - enter at Northwest entrance by Rankin Track and Field Complex/CoRec Parking (indoor)
Registered families and guests are to stop by Fall Family Weekend Check-In to pick up wristbands, purchased blankets, tickets for paid events, and learn about the PurdueGuide app. Families can also meet staff who can answer questions and share information.
France A. Córdova Recreational Sports Center (CREC), Black & Gold Gyms - enter at Northwest entrance by Rankin Track and Field Complex/CoRec Parking (indoor)
Registered families and guests are to stop by Fall Family Weekend Check-In to pick up wristbands, purchased blankets, tickets for paid events, and learn about the PurdueGuide app. Families can also meet staff who can answer questions and share information.
Friday, September 15
- Arboretum explorer
- Tree trails
- Landscape and sculptures
- Outdoor spaces
Select a tour (indoor)
Purdue Galleries offer a variety of art forms and exhibits throughout the year, featuring artwork from regional, national, and international artists as well as the Galleries permanent collection. These exhibits rotate several times over the course of the year. Purdue Galleries currently encompasses the Robert L. Ringel Gallery in Stewart Center and the Patti and Rusty Rueff Galleries in Pao Hall.
Purdue Galleries offer a variety of art forms and exhibits throughout the year, featuring artwork from regional, national, and international artists as well as the Galleries permanent collection. These exhibits rotate several times over the course of the year. Purdue Galleries currently encompasses the Robert L. Ringel Gallery in Stewart Center and the Patti and Rusty Rueff Galleries in Pao Hall.
France A. Córdova Recreational Sports Center (CREC) (indoor)
Get a workout in at the award-winning CoRec on your visit. Recreation & Wellness will be offering the guest pass rate to all family members on daily guest passes when participating with your student. You must show your Family Weekend wristband and purchase your pass in person at the CoRec Member Services Desk and your student must be with you when you purchase the pass. Please have a valid government-issued photo ID with each person at the time of purchase.
$ = EVENT HAS AN ADDITIONAL FEE
Get a workout in at the award-winning CoRec on your visit. Recreation & Wellness will be offering the guest pass rate to all family members on daily guest passes when participating with your student. You must show your Family Weekend wristband and purchase your pass in person at the CoRec Member Services Desk and your student must be with you when you purchase the pass. Please have a valid government-issued photo ID with each person at the time of purchase.
$ = EVENT HAS AN ADDITIONAL FEE
Dauch Alumni Center (DAUC) (indoor)
A visit to Spurgeon Hall of Spirit in the Dauch Alumni Center provides interactive kiosks and exhibits showcasing Purdue's history and alumni achievements.
A visit to Spurgeon Hall of Spirit in the Dauch Alumni Center provides interactive kiosks and exhibits showcasing Purdue's history and alumni achievements.
Black Cultural Center, 1100 Third St. (BCC) (indoor)
The Black Cultural Center provides purposeful, holistic, scholarly and cocurricular programming designed to strengthen understanding of African American heritage. It enhances the academic, cultural and social development of the entire Purdue community.
The Black Cultural Center provides purposeful, holistic, scholarly and cocurricular programming designed to strengthen understanding of African American heritage. It enhances the academic, cultural and social development of the entire Purdue community.
Latino Cultural Center (LCC) (indoor)
The Purdue University Latino Cultural Center creates an inclusive environment for the entire campus community, fostering meaningful dialogue and cultural understanding of Latinx communities. We support Latinx faculty and staff while we recruit, retain and empower Latinx students to succeed, giving them a sense of belonging until graduation and beyond.
The Purdue University Latino Cultural Center creates an inclusive environment for the entire campus community, fostering meaningful dialogue and cultural understanding of Latinx communities. We support Latinx faculty and staff while we recruit, retain and empower Latinx students to succeed, giving them a sense of belonging until graduation and beyond.
Central Tower of Cary Quadrangle (CARY) (indoor)
The University Residences Alumni & Guest Center (URGC) is home to all University Residences alumni and prospective student programming and tours. We are located inside the central tower of Cary Quadrangle. Metered parking is available along Beering Drive and Cary Drive.
Tours begin at the URGC in Cary Quad every 15 minutes, Friday's from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. EDT
The University Residences Alumni & Guest Center (URGC) is home to all University Residences alumni and prospective student programming and tours. We are located inside the central tower of Cary Quadrangle. Metered parking is available along Beering Drive and Cary Drive.
Tours begin at the URGC in Cary Quad every 15 minutes, Friday's from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. EDT
In front of Stewart Center (STEW) on Memorial Mall (outdoor)
Free rides on the Boilermaker Special VII, the official mascot of Purdue. Hosted by the Purdue Reamer Club. First come, first served. Wait time is anticipated, 12-15/ride; 15-minute loop; the likely last ride will begin at 4:45 p.m.
Free rides on the Boilermaker Special VII, the official mascot of Purdue. Hosted by the Purdue Reamer Club. First come, first served. Wait time is anticipated, 12-15/ride; 15-minute loop; the likely last ride will begin at 4:45 p.m.
France A. Córdova Recreational Sports Center (CREC), Black & Gold Gyms - enter at Northwest entrance by Rankin Track and Field Complex/CoRec Parking (indoor)
Registered families and guests are to stop by Fall Family Weekend Check-In to pick up wristbands, purchased blankets, tickets for paid events, and learn about the PurdueGuide app. Families can also meet staff who can answer questions and share information.
Registered families and guests are to stop by Fall Family Weekend Check-In to pick up wristbands, purchased blankets, tickets for paid events, and learn about the PurdueGuide app. Families can also meet staff who can answer questions and share information.
France A. Córdova Recreational Sports Center (CREC) - enter at Jischke entrance, across from Wiley (indoor)
Families are invited to the Black & Gold Gyms to enjoy photo opportunities, games and tabling between 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. by Student Life areas.
Families are invited to the Black & Gold Gyms to enjoy photo opportunities, games and tabling between 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. by Student Life areas.
200 N Russell St (indoor)
We will host students and their families at the food pantry where they will complete a service project that will benefit the pantry.
We will host students and their families at the food pantry where they will complete a service project that will benefit the pantry.
Wiley Hall (WILY), Academic Success Center - C215 (indoor)
Come join us at the Helen Bass Williams Academic Success Center (ASC) to play bingo! We will have great prizes for our winners and snack foods for all our guests. We look forward to welcoming you to our center!
** = SPACE LIMITED, ADDITIONAL REGISTRATION PREFERRED
Come join us at the Helen Bass Williams Academic Success Center (ASC) to play bingo! We will have great prizes for our winners and snack foods for all our guests. We look forward to welcoming you to our center!
** = SPACE LIMITED, ADDITIONAL REGISTRATION PREFERRED
Beering Hall (BRNG), Lobby (indoor)
Families can enjoy a college welcome from faculty and staff in BRNG Lobby. Refreshments will be served; games; and giveaways.
** = SPACE LIMITED, ADDITIONAL REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Families can enjoy a college welcome from faculty and staff in BRNG Lobby. Refreshments will be served; games; and giveaways.
** = SPACE LIMITED, ADDITIONAL REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Krannert Drawing Room (indoor)
The Daniels School of Business offers tours of our facilities and the opportunity to talk with student ambassadors and student advisors. Tours last approximately 15 minutes.
** = SPACE LIMITED, ADDITIONAL REGISTRATION REQUIRED
The Daniels School of Business offers tours of our facilities and the opportunity to talk with student ambassadors and student advisors. Tours last approximately 15 minutes.
** = SPACE LIMITED, ADDITIONAL REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Lawn near Haas Hall (outdoor)
All current and former Exploratory Studies students and their families are invited to our Family Weekend Friday Night Tailgate. Meet and chat with EXPL academic advisors, enjoy light snacks and refreshments, enter to win awesome door prizes, and get fired up for the big weekend on campus!
** = SPACE LIMITED, ADDITIONAL REGISTRATION REQUIRED
All current and former Exploratory Studies students and their families are invited to our Family Weekend Friday Night Tailgate. Meet and chat with EXPL academic advisors, enjoy light snacks and refreshments, enter to win awesome door prizes, and get fired up for the big weekend on campus!
** = SPACE LIMITED, ADDITIONAL REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Study Abroad Office - Young Hall, Room 105 (indoor)
Study Abroad Office at Purdue. Meet staff and enjoy an informative in-person Q&A session designed for families and students. The interactive group sessions will be continuous/revolving. Come anytime!
Young Hall, Room 132 (YONG) (indoor)
Visit the Center for Career Opportunities to learn about services that help students confirm career decisions and make connections to employers and professional schools. Our Pre-Professional Advising Office will be represented in Young Hall, Room 268 for questions.
Visit the Center for Career Opportunities to learn about services that help students confirm career decisions and make connections to employers and professional schools. Our Pre-Professional Advising Office will be represented in Young Hall, Room 268 for questions.
Beering Hall, Room 2290 (indoor)
The College of Liberal Arts invites students and their families to join College staff and current students. Talk with our Liberal Arts Career Center staff about how we support internship and job search. Enjoy light refreshments and amazing views of campus from the Jedi Room.
The College of Liberal Arts invites students and their families to join College staff and current students. Talk with our Liberal Arts Career Center staff about how we support internship and job search. Enjoy light refreshments and amazing views of campus from the Jedi Room.
** = SPACE LIMITED, ADDITIONAL REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Honors College and Residence (indoor)
Please join the John Martinson Honors College for a student leadership panel, 4:30-5 p.m., and open house, 4-6 p.m. Come learn more about undergraduate research, scholarship, study away programs, student organizations, and much more!
Please join the John Martinson Honors College for a student leadership panel, 4:30-5 p.m., and open house, 4-6 p.m. Come learn more about undergraduate research, scholarship, study away programs, student organizations, and much more!
France A. Córdova Recreational Sports Center (CREC), Black & Gold Gyms - enter at Northwest entrance by Rankin Track and Field Complex/CoRec Parking (indoor)
As students begin deciding where they will live for the next academic year, hear from representatives from University Residences, Off-Campus Housing, Student Legal Services and Fraternities, Sororities and Cooperative Life.
As students begin deciding where they will live for the next academic year, hear from representatives from University Residences, Off-Campus Housing, Student Legal Services and Fraternities, Sororities and Cooperative Life.
Union Rack and Roll & Boiler Game Mine (indoor)
Have a Boiler Blast at the Union Rack and Roll and Boiler Game Mine! $2 Games of Boiler Bowling, $2 Shoe Rental, $3 Billiards, $3 PC/Console Gaming by showing your Family Weekend wristband!
$ = EVENT HAS AN ADDITIONAL FEE
Have a Boiler Blast at the Union Rack and Roll and Boiler Game Mine! $2 Games of Boiler Bowling, $2 Shoe Rental, $3 Billiards, $3 PC/Console Gaming by showing your Family Weekend wristband!
$ = EVENT HAS AN ADDITIONAL FEE
Fowler Hall, Stewart Center (indoor)
Calling all Purdue students, their families, and any John Wick/action fans! Peacock is inviting you and up to 4 guests to a free exclusive advance screening of The Continental: From the World of John Wick, Part 1 - a prequel to the John Wick film franchise - on Friday, 9/15 at Fowler Hall, Stewart Center. Doors open at 6pm and the screening starts at 7pm. Open to students and their families until tickets last. Be among the first to see this highly anticipated three-part event before it premieres on Peacock on September 22nd.
Secure tickets here.
France A. Córdova Recreational Sports Center (CREC), Black & Gold Gyms - enter at Northwest entrance by Rankin Track and Field Complex/CoRec Parking (indoor)
Join other Boilermaker families for a meal hosted on campus. Entertainment will be provided by Purdue clubs, and guests will have an opportunity to participate in trivia. Before or after dinner, stop by the Black and Gold gyms to engage with other families and your Boilermaker.
Join other Boilermaker families for a meal hosted on campus. Entertainment will be provided by Purdue clubs, and guests will have an opportunity to participate in trivia. Before or after dinner, stop by the Black and Gold gyms to engage with other families and your Boilermaker.
Menu:
- Tender Beef
- Grilled Chicken Breasts
- Buns
- Macaroni & Cheese
- Classic Seasoned Green Beans
- Veggies
- Dip
- Kettle Chips
- Assorted Cookies
- Coke Product Beverages
- Hot dog
- sides listed above
- TBD
- Adult $27/person
- Kids $15/kid 10 years and younger
** = SPACE LIMITED, ADDITIONAL REGISTRATION REQUIRED
$ = EVENT HAS AN ADDITIONAL FEE
Hillel Building at 912 Mitch Daniels Blvd.(indoor)
$ = EVENT HAS AN ADDITIONAL FEE
Rosh Hashanah is the Jewish New Year. Tonight, we begin the year 5784!
We’re looking forward to a wonderful High Holiday season with dynamic worship experiences, creative alternatives to traditional worship, and lots of great food and friends. We also know that being away from home for the High Holidays can feel unfamiliar. We want all of our students to feel welcome and connected, and we believe we can do that by bringing a piece of your experience at home here to Purdue Hillel. Events are being hosted by Hillel for the Jewish Community. Please RSVP in advance to ensure that we can accommodate all our students and family members.
https://purduehillel.org/high-holy-days
$ = EVENT HAS AN ADDITIONAL FEE
Chabad Purdue 444 Littleton St. (indoor)
Rosh Hashanah is a time to connect with family and community. During this special holiday, we invite you to celebrate together with the Chabad at Purdue family.
For the High Holidays here at Chabad, we will be having a gourmet four-course dinner with all the works. Homemade Challah, Soup, melt-in-your-mouth brisket, and a joyous holiday atmosphere.
The holiday wouldn't be complete without YOU! All are welcome and we can't wait to greet you. Please RSVP at Jewishpurdue.com/HH.
Wishing you and your family a Shana Tova!
** = SPACE LIMITED, ADDITIONAL REGISTRATION REQUIRED Holloway Gymnasium (indoor)
Single game tickets go on sale at 9:00 a.m. ET, August 2, 2023 to the general public. Tickets can be found at purduesports.com
$ = EVENT HAS AN ADDITIONAL FEE
Single game tickets go on sale at 9:00 a.m. ET, August 2, 2023 to the general public. Tickets can be found at purduesports.com
$ = EVENT HAS AN ADDITIONAL FEE
France A. Córdova Recreational Sports Center (CREC), Demonstration Kitchen (indoor)
Just imagine a delicious and nutritious recipe with only five ingredients…
This cooking demonstration focuses on preparing quick, easy, and affordable meals with minimal ingredients. Recipes include Grilled Bruschetta Chicken, Cinnamon Roasted Sweet Potatoes, Roasted Parmesan Green Beans, and Sautéed Apples with Granola.
The Demonstration Kitchen strives to make cooking accessible to everyone, by demonstrating delicious recipes and menus that are quick, easy and affordable. Our Student Cooking Instructors will provide you with nutrition information, culinary techniques, and food sanitation guidelines. You will also have the opportunity to sample the dishes prepared during the demonstration you attend.
Allergens: Dairy
$15/person
Space is limited to 35 participants
** = SPACE LIMITED, ADDITIONAL REGISTRATION REQUIRED
$ = EVENT HAS AN ADDITIONAL FEE
Just imagine a delicious and nutritious recipe with only five ingredients…
This cooking demonstration focuses on preparing quick, easy, and affordable meals with minimal ingredients. Recipes include Grilled Bruschetta Chicken, Cinnamon Roasted Sweet Potatoes, Roasted Parmesan Green Beans, and Sautéed Apples with Granola.
The Demonstration Kitchen strives to make cooking accessible to everyone, by demonstrating delicious recipes and menus that are quick, easy and affordable. Our Student Cooking Instructors will provide you with nutrition information, culinary techniques, and food sanitation guidelines. You will also have the opportunity to sample the dishes prepared during the demonstration you attend.
Allergens: Dairy
$15/person
Space is limited to 35 participants
** = SPACE LIMITED, ADDITIONAL REGISTRATION REQUIRED
$ = EVENT HAS AN ADDITIONAL FEE
Updated location coming (indoor)
$ = EVENT HAS AN ADDITIONAL FEE
Rosh Hashanah is the Jewish New Year. Tonight, we begin the year 5784!
We’re looking forward to a wonderful High Holiday season with dynamic worship experiences, creative alternatives to traditional worship, and lots of great food and friends. We also know that being away from home for the High Holidays can feel unfamiliar. We want all of our students to feel welcome and connected, and we believe we can do that by bringing a piece of your experience at home here to Purdue Hillel. Events are being hosted by Hillel for the Jewish Community. Please RSVP in advance to ensure that we can accommodate all our students and family members.
https://purduehillel.org/high-holy-days
$ = EVENT HAS AN ADDITIONAL FEE
Saturday, September 16
Select a tour (outdoor)
Select a tour from the following:
Select a tour from the following:
- Arboretum explorer
- Tree trails
- Landscape and sculptures
- Outdoor spaces
Select a tour (indoor)
Purdue Galleries offer a variety of art forms and exhibits throughout the year, featuring artwork from regional, national, and international artists as well as the Galleries permanent collection. These exhibits rotate several times over the course of the year. Purdue Galleries currently encompasses the Robert L. Ringel Gallery in Stewart Center and the Patti and Rusty Rueff Galleries in Pao Hall.
Purdue Galleries offer a variety of art forms and exhibits throughout the year, featuring artwork from regional, national, and international artists as well as the Galleries permanent collection. These exhibits rotate several times over the course of the year. Purdue Galleries currently encompasses the Robert L. Ringel Gallery in Stewart Center and the Patti and Rusty Rueff Galleries in Pao Hall.
France A. Córdova Recreational Sports Center (CREC) (indoor)
Get a workout in at the award-winning CoRec on your visit. Recreation & Wellness will be offering the guest pass rate to all family members on daily guest passes when participating with your student. You must show your Family Weekend wristband and purchase your pass in person at the CoRec Member Services Desk and your student must be with you when you purchase the pass. Please have a valid government-issued photo ID with each person at the time of purchase.
$ = EVENT HAS AN ADDITIONAL FEE
Get a workout in at the award-winning CoRec on your visit. Recreation & Wellness will be offering the guest pass rate to all family members on daily guest passes when participating with your student. You must show your Family Weekend wristband and purchase your pass in person at the CoRec Member Services Desk and your student must be with you when you purchase the pass. Please have a valid government-issued photo ID with each person at the time of purchase.
$ = EVENT HAS AN ADDITIONAL FEE
France A. Córdov/a Recreational Sports Center (CREC), Black & Gold Gyms - enter at Northwest entrance by Rankin Track and Field Complex/CoRec Parking (indoor)
Registered families and guests are to stop by Fall Family Weekend Check-In to pick up wristbands, purchased blankets, tickets for paid events, and learn about the PurdueGuide app. Families can also meet staff who can answer questions and share information.
Registered families and guests are to stop by Fall Family Weekend Check-In to pick up wristbands, purchased blankets, tickets for paid events, and learn about the PurdueGuide app. Families can also meet staff who can answer questions and share information.
Wilmeth Active Learning Center (WALC) (outdoor)
Donuts with the Dean: Come enjoy delicious donuts and hot beverages from local favorite Mary Lou Donuts between 9:00–11:00 AM in front of WALC and learn about the wide variety of resources we offer.
Donuts with the Dean: Come enjoy delicious donuts and hot beverages from local favorite Mary Lou Donuts between 9:00–11:00 AM in front of WALC and learn about the wide variety of resources we offer.
Dudley Hall (DUDL), Lobby (indoor)
Enjoy tours of Knoy and Dudley Hall to see where your student learns and creates. Chat with Polytechnic Institute staff about student success resources and opportunities. Light refreshments available.
Enjoy tours of Knoy and Dudley Hall to see where your student learns and creates. Chat with Polytechnic Institute staff about student success resources and opportunities. Light refreshments available.
Central Tower o*f Cary Quadrangle (CARY) (indoor)
The University Residences Alumni & Guest Center (URGC) is home to all University Residences alumni and prospective student programming and tours. We are located inside the central tower of Cary Quadrangle. Metered parking is available along Beering Drive and Cary Drive.
The University Residences Alumni & Guest Center (URGC) is home to all University Residences alumni and prospective student programming and tours. We are located inside the central tower of Cary Quadrangle. Metered parking is available along Beering Drive and Cary Drive.
Tours begin at the URGC in Cary Quad every 15 minutes, Saturdays from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. EDT
France A. Córdova Recreational Sports Center (CREC) (indoor)
Families are invited to the Black & Gold Gyms to enjoy photo opportunities, games and tabling between 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. by Student Life areas.
Families are invited to the Black & Gold Gyms to enjoy photo opportunities, games and tabling between 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. by Student Life areas.
Hillel Building at 912 Mitch Daniels Blvd. (indoor)
Rosh Hashanah I
Worship service followed by coffee and snacks.
We’re looking forward to a wonderful High Holiday season with dynamic worship experiences, creative alternatives to traditional worship, and lots of great food and friends. We also know that being away from home for the High Holidays can feel unfamiliar. We want all of our students to feel welcome and connected, and we believe we can do that by bringing a piece of your experience at home here to Purdue Hillel.
Events are being hosted by Hillel for the Jewish Community. Please RSVP in advance to ensure that we are able to accommodate all our students and family members.
Rosh Hashanah I
Worship service followed by coffee and snacks.
We’re looking forward to a wonderful High Holiday season with dynamic worship experiences, creative alternatives to traditional worship, and lots of great food and friends. We also know that being away from home for the High Holidays can feel unfamiliar. We want all of our students to feel welcome and connected, and we believe we can do that by bringing a piece of your experience at home here to Purdue Hillel.
Events are being hosted by Hillel for the Jewish Community. Please RSVP in advance to ensure that we are able to accommodate all our students and family members.
Union Rack and Roll & Boiler Game Mine (indoor)
Have a Boiler Blast at the Union Rack and Roll and Boiler Game Mine! $2 Games of Boiler Bowling, $2 Shoe Rental, $3 Billiards, $3 PC/Console Gaming by showing your Family Weekend wristband!
$ = EVENT HAS AN ADDITIONAL FEE
Have a Boiler Blast at the Union Rack and Roll and Boiler Game Mine! $2 Games of Boiler Bowling, $2 Shoe Rental, $3 Billiards, $3 PC/Console Gaming by showing your Family Weekend wristband!
$ = EVENT HAS AN ADDITIONAL FEE
France A. Córdova Recreational Sports Center (CREC), Black & Gold Gyms - enter at Northwest entrance by Rankin Track and Field Complex/CoRec Parking (indoor)
Join other Boilermaker families for a meal hosted on campus. Entertainment will be provided by Purdue clubs, and guests will have an opportunity to participate in trivia. Before or after lunch, stop by the Black and Gold gyms to engage with other families and your Boilermaker.
Doors open at 10:55 am; line closes at 2:00 p.m.
Menu:
Join other Boilermaker families for a meal hosted on campus. Entertainment will be provided by Purdue clubs, and guests will have an opportunity to participate in trivia. Before or after lunch, stop by the Black and Gold gyms to engage with other families and your Boilermaker.
Doors open at 10:55 am; line closes at 2:00 p.m.
Menu:
- BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwich Sliders
- Pulled Chicken Sandwich Sliders
- Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes
- Baked Beans
- Broccoli Cauliflower Salad with Bacon
- Assorted Cookies
- Coke Product Beverages
- Hot dog
- sides listed above
- TBD
Cost:
- Adult $27/person
- Kids $15/kid 10 years and younger
** = SPACE LIMITED, ADDITIONAL REGISTRATION REQUIRED
$ = EVENT HAS AN ADDITIONAL FEE
Hillel Building at 912 Mitch Daniels Blvd. (indoor)
Rosh Hashanah I
We’re looking forward to a wonderful High Holiday season with dynamic worship experiences, creative alternatives to traditional worship, and lots of great food and friends. We also know that being away from home for the High Holidays can feel unfamiliar. We want all of our students to feel welcome and connected, and we believe we can do that by bringing a piece of your experience at home here to Purdue Hillel. Events are being hosted by Hillel for the Jewish Community. Please RSVP in advance to ensure that we are able to accommodate all our students and family members.
** = SPACE LIMITED, ADDITIONAL REGISTRATION REQUIRED
$ = EVENT HAS AN ADDITIONAL FEE
Rosh Hashanah I
We’re looking forward to a wonderful High Holiday season with dynamic worship experiences, creative alternatives to traditional worship, and lots of great food and friends. We also know that being away from home for the High Holidays can feel unfamiliar. We want all of our students to feel welcome and connected, and we believe we can do that by bringing a piece of your experience at home here to Purdue Hillel. Events are being hosted by Hillel for the Jewish Community. Please RSVP in advance to ensure that we are able to accommodate all our students and family members.
** = SPACE LIMITED, ADDITIONAL REGISTRATION REQUIRED
$ = EVENT HAS AN ADDITIONAL FEE
AGAD Lawn - 615 Mitch Daniels Blvd. (outdoor); Rain location - Purina Pavilion (CRTN) - 270 S. Russell St.
Students and families are invited to join Agriculture advisors, staff, and leadership for an afternoon of ice cream and other sweets! Get your free ice cream at our event check-in and visit booths for a variety of toppings (or other desserts!). This is a great opportunity to visit with advisors and program leaders in the College of Agriculture. Registration preferred but not required.
** = SPACE LIMITED, ADDITIONAL REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Students and families are invited to join Agriculture advisors, staff, and leadership for an afternoon of ice cream and other sweets! Get your free ice cream at our event check-in and visit booths for a variety of toppings (or other desserts!). This is a great opportunity to visit with advisors and program leaders in the College of Agriculture. Registration preferred but not required.
** = SPACE LIMITED, ADDITIONAL REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Hillel Building at 912 Mitch Daniels Blvd. (indoor)
Rosh Hashanah I
We’re looking forward to a wonderful High Holiday season with dynamic worship experiences, creative alternatives to traditional worship, and lots of great food and friends. We also know that being away from home for the High Holidays can feel unfamiliar. We want all of our students to feel welcome and connected, and we believe we can do that by bringing a piece of your experience at home here to Purdue Hillel.
Events are being hosted by Hillel for the Jewish Community. Please RSVP in advance to ensure that we are able to accommodate all our students and family members.
** = SPACE LIMITED, ADDITIONAL REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Rosh Hashanah I
We’re looking forward to a wonderful High Holiday season with dynamic worship experiences, creative alternatives to traditional worship, and lots of great food and friends. We also know that being away from home for the High Holidays can feel unfamiliar. We want all of our students to feel welcome and connected, and we believe we can do that by bringing a piece of your experience at home here to Purdue Hillel.
Events are being hosted by Hillel for the Jewish Community. Please RSVP in advance to ensure that we are able to accommodate all our students and family members.
** = SPACE LIMITED, ADDITIONAL REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Material Sciences and Electrical Engineering (MSEE), Atrium (indoor)
Faculty members, academic advisors, and student ambassadors are excited to welcome Purdue Engineering students and their families to the Material Sciences and Electrical Engineering (MSEE) Building Atrium. Enjoy light refreshments, visit with College of Engineering schools and programs, and attend a short presentation hosted by the First-Year Engineering Program.
Faculty members, academic advisors, and student ambassadors are excited to welcome Purdue Engineering students and their families to the Material Sciences and Electrical Engineering (MSEE) Building Atrium. Enjoy light refreshments, visit with College of Engineering schools and programs, and attend a short presentation hosted by the First-Year Engineering Program.
Tours will be provided of Dudley and Lambertus Halls, which house space dedicated to First-Year Engineering lecture halls and classrooms, student advisors, and instructional support. Tours will leave from MSEE between 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. on the quarter hour.
We look forward to meeting our Boilermaker families!
** = SPACE LIMITED, ADDITIONAL REGISTRATION REQUIRED
** = SPACE LIMITED, ADDITIONAL REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Chauncey Plaza, West Lafayette, IN (outdoor)
The West Lafayette Global Fest is a long-standing tradition featuring entertainment, food, and art from almost every continent on the planet. This year’s event will be no different; with live music, cultural displays, and activities for families and kids of all ages!
Live music at Global Fest is always a highlight, offering the chance to experience music from locales you’ve only read about, performed by musicians proud to share their melodic heritage. This year’s festival will feature the Arabic flamenco jazz of acclaimed Jordanian singer Farah Siraj, who has performed at some of the world’s most prestigious platforms, including the United Nations, Nobel Prize Hall, and Lincoln Center. And fans of infectious Cuban rhythms must witness the poet, rapper, and songwriter Telmary, as she showcases the talents that have made her an international sensation.
Main Stage Performers:
Telmary/ 9PM
Farah Siraj/ 7PM
Performances Include:
Purdue Chinese Performing Arts Troupe
Okinawa Yuyukai
Black Voices of Inspiration
Dance 2XS Purdue
McGovern Irish Dancers
…and more to be announced soon on the Purdue Convocations website!
Hillel Building at 912 Mitch Daniels Blvd. (indoor)
Join our very own Rabbi Leah Doberne – Schor for Wellness Reflections.
Join our very own Rabbi Leah Doberne – Schor for Wellness Reflections.
Weist Plaza (between Mackey and Holloway Gym) (outdoor)
Fans, especially families, looking for fun before games will want to check out the popular Boilermaker Crossing. Meet-the-team events, inflatable games and interactive opportunities highlight the list of activities. Boilermaker Crossing is free and open to fans of all ages. Enjoy the new beer garden with food and drink available for purchase. Located in the Sally & Bob Weist Plaza between Mackey Arena and Holloway Gymnasium, Boilermaker Crossing opens three hours before kickoff.
Fans, especially families, looking for fun before games will want to check out the popular Boilermaker Crossing. Meet-the-team events, inflatable games and interactive opportunities highlight the list of activities. Boilermaker Crossing is free and open to fans of all ages. Enjoy the new beer garden with food and drink available for purchase. Located in the Sally & Bob Weist Plaza between Mackey Arena and Holloway Gymnasium, Boilermaker Crossing opens three hours before kickoff.
France A. Córdova Recreational Sports Center (CREC), Demonstration Kitchen (indoor)
Tired of dining out all the time? Sick of wasting your money on takeout? Learn how to make your favorite restaurant dishes at home by coming to this demo! Recipes include Bruschetta, Creamy Fettuccini Alfredo, Lemon Garlic Spinach Salad, and New York Style Cheesecake.
The Demonstration Kitchen strives to make cooking accessible to everyone, by demonstrating delicious recipes and menus that are quick, easy and affordable. Our Student Cooking Instructors will provide you with nutrition information, culinary techniques, and food sanitation guidelines. You will also have the opportunity to sample the dishes prepared during the demonstration you attend.
Allergens: Dairy, wheat, eggs
$15/person
Space is limited to 35 participants
** = SPACE LIMITED, ADDITIONAL REGISTRATION REQUIRED
$ = EVENT HAS AN ADDITIONAL FEE
Tired of dining out all the time? Sick of wasting your money on takeout? Learn how to make your favorite restaurant dishes at home by coming to this demo! Recipes include Bruschetta, Creamy Fettuccini Alfredo, Lemon Garlic Spinach Salad, and New York Style Cheesecake.
The Demonstration Kitchen strives to make cooking accessible to everyone, by demonstrating delicious recipes and menus that are quick, easy and affordable. Our Student Cooking Instructors will provide you with nutrition information, culinary techniques, and food sanitation guidelines. You will also have the opportunity to sample the dishes prepared during the demonstration you attend.
Allergens: Dairy, wheat, eggs
$15/person
Space is limited to 35 participants
** = SPACE LIMITED, ADDITIONAL REGISTRATION REQUIRED
$ = EVENT HAS AN ADDITIONAL FEE
Tiller Dr. (north of Ross-Ade Stadium) (outdoor)
Welcome the Boilermaker football team as they arrive to the game!
Welcome the Boilermaker football team as they arrive to the game!
J. Nine Club at Mackey Arena (indoor)
Families of the Purdue Parent & Families Club are invited to an exclusive tailgate at the J. Nine Club at Mackey Arena.
Families of the Purdue Parent & Families Club are invited to an exclusive tailgate at the J. Nine Club at Mackey Arena.
Front lawn of Lambert Fieldhouse (800 W. Stadium Ave.) (outdoor)
We invite all College of Health and Human Sciences (HHS) students and their families to join us for our annual HHS Family Day Tailgate! Enjoy food, music and activities as you gather with HHS faculty, staff and fellow students before heading over to Ross-Ade Stadium to cheer on the Boilermakers.
** = SPACE LIMITED, ADDITIONAL REGISTRATION REQUIRED
We invite all College of Health and Human Sciences (HHS) students and their families to join us for our annual HHS Family Day Tailgate! Enjoy food, music and activities as you gather with HHS faculty, staff and fellow students before heading over to Ross-Ade Stadium to cheer on the Boilermakers.
** = SPACE LIMITED, ADDITIONAL REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Slayter Hill (outdoor)
Ninety minutes before kickoff, the Purdue "All-American" Marching Band will perform a pregame concert on Slayter Hill.
Ninety minutes before kickoff, the Purdue "All-American" Marching Band will perform a pregame concert on Slayter Hill.
Hillel Building at 912 Mitch Daniels Blvd. (indoor)
Rosh Hashanah I
We’re looking forward to a wonderful High Holiday season with dynamic worship experiences, creative alternatives to traditional worship, and lots of great food and friends. We also know that being away from home for the High Holidays can feel unfamiliar. We want all of our students to feel welcome and connected, and we believe we can do that by bringing a piece of your experience at home here to Purdue Hillel.
Events are being hosted by Hillel for the Jewish Community.
Please RSVP in advance to ensure that we are able to accommodate all our students and family members.
** = SPACE LIMITED, ADDITIONAL REGISTRATION REQUIRED
$ = EVENT HAS AN ADDITIONAL FEE
Rosh Hashanah I
We’re looking forward to a wonderful High Holiday season with dynamic worship experiences, creative alternatives to traditional worship, and lots of great food and friends. We also know that being away from home for the High Holidays can feel unfamiliar. We want all of our students to feel welcome and connected, and we believe we can do that by bringing a piece of your experience at home here to Purdue Hillel.
Events are being hosted by Hillel for the Jewish Community.
Please RSVP in advance to ensure that we are able to accommodate all our students and family members.
** = SPACE LIMITED, ADDITIONAL REGISTRATION REQUIRED
$ = EVENT HAS AN ADDITIONAL FEE
Ross-Ade Stadium (outdoor)
Purdue Football will take the field against Syracuse under the Ross-Ade Stadium lights on Saturday, Sept. 16, to a sold-out crowd, Purdue Athletics announced on Wednesday. A 7:30 p.m. ET kickoff, Purdue's first night game of the season is the first contest on the 2023 schedule to officially sell out of tickets. Check out Purdue's official partner, SeatGeek for possible resale opportunities.
Purdue Football will take the field against Syracuse under the Ross-Ade Stadium lights on Saturday, Sept. 16, to a sold-out crowd, Purdue Athletics announced on Wednesday. A 7:30 p.m. ET kickoff, Purdue's first night game of the season is the first contest on the 2023 schedule to officially sell out of tickets. Check out Purdue's official partner, SeatGeek for possible resale opportunities.
$ = EVENT HAS AN ADDITIONAL FEE
Sunday, September 17
France A. Córdova Recreational Sports Center (CREC) (indoor)
Get a workout in at the award-winning CoRec on your visit. Recreation & Wellness will be offering the guest pass rate to all family members on daily guest passes when participating with your student. You must show your Family Weekend wristband and purchase your pass in person at the CoRec Member Services Desk and your student must be with you when you purchase the pass. Please have a valid government-issued photo ID with each person at the time of purchase.
$ = EVENT HAS AN ADDITIONAL FEE
Get a workout in at the award-winning CoRec on your visit. Recreation & Wellness will be offering the guest pass rate to all family members on daily guest passes when participating with your student. You must show your Family Weekend wristband and purchase your pass in person at the CoRec Member Services Desk and your student must be with you when you purchase the pass. Please have a valid government-issued photo ID with each person at the time of purchase.
$ = EVENT HAS AN ADDITIONAL FEE
Union Rack and Roll & Boiler Game Mine (indoor)
Have a Boiler Blast at the Union Rack and Roll and Boiler Game Mine! $2 Games of Boiler Bowling, $2 Shoe Rental, $3 Billiards, $3 PC/Console Gaming by showing your Family Weekend wristband!
$ = EVENT HAS AN ADDITIONAL FEE
Have a Boiler Blast at the Union Rack and Roll and Boiler Game Mine! $2 Games of Boiler Bowling, $2 Shoe Rental, $3 Billiards, $3 PC/Console Gaming by showing your Family Weekend wristband!
$ = EVENT HAS AN ADDITIONAL FEE
3:30 p.m. Meet at Hillel Building at 912 Mitch Daniels Blvd. to walk to the Tapawingo Park Pedestrian Bridge (outdoor)
Co-hosted by: Alpha Epsilon Pi Fraternity, Chabad Purdue, Lafayette Jewish Community Religious School, Jewish Federation of Greater Lafayette, Purdue Hillel, Purdue Jewish Studies Program, Sigma Delta Tau Sorority, Sons of Abraham Congregation, Temple Israel of West Lafayette, Zeta Beta Tau Fraternity.
Co-hosted by: Alpha Epsilon Pi Fraternity, Chabad Purdue, Lafayette Jewish Community Religious School, Jewish Federation of Greater Lafayette, Purdue Hillel, Purdue Jewish Studies Program, Sigma Delta Tau Sorority, Sons of Abraham Congregation, Temple Israel of West Lafayette, Zeta Beta Tau Fraternity.
Featured Community Activities
Use your wristband from your Family Weekend registration to take advantage of these amazing opportunities from our community partners
Friday
237 E State Street, West Lafayette, IN (indoor)
We are thrilled to offer you a FREE 16 oz. tea with ANY shake purchase when you show your Family Weekend wristband.
$ = EVENT HAS AN ADDITIONAL FEE
We are thrilled to offer you a FREE 16 oz. tea with ANY shake purchase when you show your Family Weekend wristband.
$ = EVENT HAS AN ADDITIONAL FEE
525 Main Street, Lafayette, IN (indoor)
We are thrilled to offer you beauty care products that are not only more natural, but are also products that we use every day in our own lives.
It is our vision to give to those in need. It is our joy to help make a difference. When we, as a community, lift up those less fortunate, the world becomes a really awesome place.
Looking for something unique? The Essentially Aqua Creation Station as an option to those looking for an experience unlike anywhere else in Lafayette! Pick from a menu of items they would like to make and head downstairs for a truly unique DIY experience!
Purdue Families who show their Family Weekend wrist band when purchasing items receives 15% off full purchase price.
$ = EVENT HAS AN ADDITIONAL FEE
We are thrilled to offer you beauty care products that are not only more natural, but are also products that we use every day in our own lives.
It is our vision to give to those in need. It is our joy to help make a difference. When we, as a community, lift up those less fortunate, the world becomes a really awesome place.
Looking for something unique? The Essentially Aqua Creation Station as an option to those looking for an experience unlike anywhere else in Lafayette! Pick from a menu of items they would like to make and head downstairs for a truly unique DIY experience!
Purdue Families who show their Family Weekend wrist band when purchasing items receives 15% off full purchase price.
$ = EVENT HAS AN ADDITIONAL FEE
953 Park East Blvd, Lafayette, IN (indoor)
Be you confidently…
The Hairspa & Boutique is made up of a strong team of stylists; we believe in education to create confidence. The stylist creates confidence behind the chair through education and consultations with every guest.
In our salon we combine a luxurious salon experience within a welcoming environment.
Exceed your expectations
Our team believes happy, creative energy along with friendly service creates an experience to exceed all expectations; indulge yourself with people passionate about making you feel confident in yourself.
Show your Family Weekend wristband for buy one get one half off!
$ = EVENT HAS AN ADDITIONAL FEE
Be you confidently…
The Hairspa & Boutique is made up of a strong team of stylists; we believe in education to create confidence. The stylist creates confidence behind the chair through education and consultations with every guest.
In our salon we combine a luxurious salon experience within a welcoming environment.
Exceed your expectations
Our team believes happy, creative energy along with friendly service creates an experience to exceed all expectations; indulge yourself with people passionate about making you feel confident in yourself.
Show your Family Weekend wristband for buy one get one half off!
$ = EVENT HAS AN ADDITIONAL FEE
101 North 6th Street, Lafayette, IN (indoor)
Boutique LoriAnn is a Lifestyle women’s clothing, accessories, jewelry and home décor boutique. We carry several brands including Steve Madden, BB Dakota, Kut from the Kloth, Tribal, Wearables, Lost & Wander, Miranda Frye and Brighton.
Purdue Families who show their Family Weekend wrist band when purchasing items receives 15% off full purchase price.
$ = EVENT HAS AN ADDITIONAL FEE
Boutique LoriAnn is a Lifestyle women’s clothing, accessories, jewelry and home décor boutique. We carry several brands including Steve Madden, BB Dakota, Kut from the Kloth, Tribal, Wearables, Lost & Wander, Miranda Frye and Brighton.
Purdue Families who show their Family Weekend wrist band when purchasing items receives 15% off full purchase price.
$ = EVENT HAS AN ADDITIONAL FEE
953 Park East Blvd, Suite B, Lafayette, IN (indoor)
Bask Aroma Co. is a customize your own scent experience. While visiting us, our clients will choose their personal favorites from our fragrances and choose from our product line. Whether pouring your own candle from our premium soy candles, creating a personalized room spray, or even bath and body products, scents are blended by you with the help of our scent stylist, to create an aroma that is all your own!
Show your Family Weekend wristband for buy one get one half off!
$ = EVENT HAS AN ADDITIONAL FEE
Bask Aroma Co. is a customize your own scent experience. While visiting us, our clients will choose their personal favorites from our fragrances and choose from our product line. Whether pouring your own candle from our premium soy candles, creating a personalized room spray, or even bath and body products, scents are blended by you with the help of our scent stylist, to create an aroma that is all your own!
Show your Family Weekend wristband for buy one get one half off!
$ = EVENT HAS AN ADDITIONAL FEE
325 South Earl Ave., Suite 3, Lafayette, IN (indoor)
Think you and your family have what it takes to tackle one of our escape rooms? Think you can do it in 60 minutes?
Get your tickets today at www.missionbreakoutlafayette.com;or call 765-250-5180.
Family Weekend registrants receive a discount code for $5 off/person!
** = SPACE LIMITED, ADDITIONAL REGISTRATION REQUIRED
$ = EVENT HAS AN ADDITIONAL FEE
Think you and your family have what it takes to tackle one of our escape rooms? Think you can do it in 60 minutes?
Get your tickets today at www.missionbreakoutlafayette.com;or call 765-250-5180.
Family Weekend registrants receive a discount code for $5 off/person!
** = SPACE LIMITED, ADDITIONAL REGISTRATION REQUIRED
$ = EVENT HAS AN ADDITIONAL FEE
311 Meijer Drive, Lafayette, IN (outdoor)
We're proud to offer the best experience, most unique miniature golf in Lafayette today. Our business is Fun! Enjoy a round of Miniature Golf, avoid the water hazards or play a round using the spinners. They will tell you to putt backwards or bowl the ball. Try your skills at the batting cages, fit for everyone! Baseball or Softball! Play a few games in the arcade! Enjoy some snacks like local popcorn and cotton candy!
Show your Family Weekend wristband for 20% off rounds of golf.
$ = EVENT HAS AN ADDITIONAL FEE
We're proud to offer the best experience, most unique miniature golf in Lafayette today. Our business is Fun! Enjoy a round of Miniature Golf, avoid the water hazards or play a round using the spinners. They will tell you to putt backwards or bowl the ball. Try your skills at the batting cages, fit for everyone! Baseball or Softball! Play a few games in the arcade! Enjoy some snacks like local popcorn and cotton candy!
Show your Family Weekend wristband for 20% off rounds of golf.
$ = EVENT HAS AN ADDITIONAL FEE
920 State Street, Lafayette, Indiana 47905 (indoor)
The Museum is open for self-guided tours every Wednesday-Saturday from 1-4pm. During these times, you can drop by and explore the museum at your own pace. Visitors may wish to allow about an hour to enjoy the exhibits. No advance registration is required. Our volunteer docents will greet you with a brief overview of the museum, share some of the fascinating history of the building, and help you discover what you want to see during your visit. Feel free to ask questions!
The Museum is open for self-guided tours every Wednesday-Saturday from 1-4pm. During these times, you can drop by and explore the museum at your own pace. Visitors may wish to allow about an hour to enjoy the exhibits. No advance registration is required. Our volunteer docents will greet you with a brief overview of the museum, share some of the fascinating history of the building, and help you discover what you want to see during your visit. Feel free to ask questions!
Enjoy the sculpture garden from dawn to dusk at no charge!
Show your Family Weekend wristband for a 25% discount on adult admission (bringing it to $7.50/person)
$ = EVENT HAS AN ADDITIONAL FEE
Show your Family Weekend wristband for a 25% discount on adult admission (bringing it to $7.50/person)
$ = EVENT HAS AN ADDITIONAL FEE
351 South St., Lafayette, IN (indoor)
Purdue students receive $5 off a one-hour throwing session with a valid student ID and their Family Weekend wristband. Reservations are recommended by visiting The Spinning Axe website!
$ = EVENT HAS AN ADDITIONAL FEE
Purdue students receive $5 off a one-hour throwing session with a valid student ID and their Family Weekend wristband. Reservations are recommended by visiting The Spinning Axe website!
$ = EVENT HAS AN ADDITIONAL FEE
324 South St. Ste 100, Lafayette, IN (indoor)
Engage with your friends, family, and colleagues in a whole new way with this fun and adrenaline-rocketing activity. Use teamwork, communication, wit, logic, observation skills, and critical thinking to find clues, crack codes, and solve puzzles. Will you be able to escape our themed room in under 60 minutes?
Book online - Family Weekend registrants receive a discount code for $3 off/person!
** = SPACE LIMITED, ADDITIONAL REGISTRATION WAS REQUIRED
$ = EVENT HAS AN ADDITIONAL FEE
Engage with your friends, family, and colleagues in a whole new way with this fun and adrenaline-rocketing activity. Use teamwork, communication, wit, logic, observation skills, and critical thinking to find clues, crack codes, and solve puzzles. Will you be able to escape our themed room in under 60 minutes?
Book online - Family Weekend registrants receive a discount code for $3 off/person!
** = SPACE LIMITED, ADDITIONAL REGISTRATION WAS REQUIRED
$ = EVENT HAS AN ADDITIONAL FEE
6042 Newcastle Road, Lafayette, Indiana 47905 (outdoor)
Enjoy Exploration Acre's 22 acres corn maze with rewards from 28 advertisers are hidden throughout. All you need is a maze map and a desire to explore more than 10 miles of paths. As you find each reward, punch your map to claim your rewards from participating advertisers.
Admission Includes:
$ = EVENT HAS AN ADDITIONAL FEE
Enjoy Exploration Acre's 22 acres corn maze with rewards from 28 advertisers are hidden throughout. All you need is a maze map and a desire to explore more than 10 miles of paths. As you find each reward, punch your map to claim your rewards from participating advertisers.
Admission Includes:
- Access to corn maze
- Hayrides
- Pumpkin Patch (pumpkins available at an additional cost)
- Straw Mounds
- Corn Hole
- Pumpkin Races and much more!
- Corn Cannon
- Gem Mine
- Combat Zone
- Fire Pits
- Corn Cannon
- Gem Mine
- Combat Zone
- Fire Pits
$ = EVENT HAS AN ADDITIONAL FEE
4004 East 800 North, West Lafayette, Indiana 47920 (outdoor)
Visit Wolf Park during Purdue Family Weekend for our most iconic program: Howl Night at a 25% discounted price! You must have a Purdue student ID during check-in to confirm your booking. We will select one guest to win a FREE Membership to Wolf Park!
Learn how wolves communicate through their “trademark” behavior – the howl, and through body language. Wolf Park staff members will join the wolves midway through the program to demonstrate how our animal curators communicate with our wolves using positive reinforcement training and reading body language. Guests will be encouraged to howl along as the wolves serenade the park.
● 7-7:30- Walk the Trail
● 7:30-8:30- Howl Night Program
Cameras are welcome, but no flash photography, please, as it can startle or upset the wolves. Generally, the wolves come right up to the fence- you will see them!
Please make reservations online!
Costs:
- Adults (ages 14+) $11.25
- Children (ages 6-13) $9 - must book at least one adult ticket
$ = EVENT HAS AN ADDITIONAL FEE
Saturday
100 N. Fifth St., Lafayette, Indiana 47901 (outdoor)
The Lafayette Farmers Market has been around for over 165 years! On Saturdays, from early May through late October, the air in downtown Lafayette is filled with the smell of fresh garden flowers, baked goods, vegetables, fruits, plus honey, jams and jellies. Regardless of the day or time, a visit to the Lafayette Farmers Market promises some of the finest and freshest produce, as well as an enjoyable opportunity to browse as you stroll through one of Indiana's oldest outdoor markets!
The Lafayette Farmers Market has been around for over 165 years! On Saturdays, from early May through late October, the air in downtown Lafayette is filled with the smell of fresh garden flowers, baked goods, vegetables, fruits, plus honey, jams and jellies. Regardless of the day or time, a visit to the Lafayette Farmers Market promises some of the finest and freshest produce, as well as an enjoyable opportunity to browse as you stroll through one of Indiana's oldest outdoor markets!
237 E State Street, West Lafayette, IN (indoor)
We are thrilled to offer you a FREE 16 oz. tea with ANY shake purchase when you show your Family Weekend wristband.
$ = EVENT HAS AN ADDITIONAL FEE
We are thrilled to offer you a FREE 16 oz. tea with ANY shake purchase when you show your Family Weekend wristband.
$ = EVENT HAS AN ADDITIONAL FEE
525 Main Street, Lafayette, IN (indoor)
We are thrilled to offer you beauty care products that are not only more natural, but are also products that we use every day in our own lives.
It is our vision to give to those in need. It is our joy to help make a difference. When we, as a community, lift up those less fortunate, the world becomes a really awesome place.
Looking for something unique? The Essentially Aqua Creation Station as an option to those looking for an experience unlike anywhere else in Lafayette! Pick from a menu of items they would like to make and head downstairs for a truly unique DIY experience!
Purdue Families who show their Family Weekend wrist band when purchasing items receives 15% off full purchase price.
$ = EVENT HAS AN ADDITIONAL FEE
We are thrilled to offer you beauty care products that are not only more natural, but are also products that we use every day in our own lives.
It is our vision to give to those in need. It is our joy to help make a difference. When we, as a community, lift up those less fortunate, the world becomes a really awesome place.
Looking for something unique? The Essentially Aqua Creation Station as an option to those looking for an experience unlike anywhere else in Lafayette! Pick from a menu of items they would like to make and head downstairs for a truly unique DIY experience!
Purdue Families who show their Family Weekend wrist band when purchasing items receives 15% off full purchase price.
$ = EVENT HAS AN ADDITIONAL FEE
953 Park East Blvd, Lafayette, IN (indoor)
Be you confidently...
The Hairspa & Boutique is made up of a strong team of stylists; we believe in education to create confidence. The stylist creates confidence behind the chair through education and consultations with every guest.
Five star experience..
In our salon we combine a luxurious salon experience within a welcoming environment.
Exceed your expectations..
Our team believes happy, creative energy along with friendly service creates an experience to exceed all expectations; indulge yourself with people passionate about making you feel confident in yourself.
Show your Family Weekend wristband for buy one get one half off!
$ = EVENT HAS AN ADDITIONAL FEE
Be you confidently...
The Hairspa & Boutique is made up of a strong team of stylists; we believe in education to create confidence. The stylist creates confidence behind the chair through education and consultations with every guest.
Five star experience..
In our salon we combine a luxurious salon experience within a welcoming environment.
Exceed your expectations..
Our team believes happy, creative energy along with friendly service creates an experience to exceed all expectations; indulge yourself with people passionate about making you feel confident in yourself.
Show your Family Weekend wristband for buy one get one half off!
$ = EVENT HAS AN ADDITIONAL FEE
101 North 6th Street, Lafayette, IN (indoor)
Boutique LoriAnn is a Lifestyle women’s clothing, accessories, jewelry and home décor boutique. We carry several brands including Steve Madden, BB Dakota, Kut from the Kloth, Tribal, Wearables, Lost & Wander, Miranda Frye and Brighton.
Purdue Families who show their Family Weekend wrist band when purchasing items receives 15% off full purchase price.
$ = EVENT HAS AN ADDITIONAL FEE
Boutique LoriAnn is a Lifestyle women’s clothing, accessories, jewelry and home décor boutique. We carry several brands including Steve Madden, BB Dakota, Kut from the Kloth, Tribal, Wearables, Lost & Wander, Miranda Frye and Brighton.
Purdue Families who show their Family Weekend wrist band when purchasing items receives 15% off full purchase price.
$ = EVENT HAS AN ADDITIONAL FEE
6042 Newcastle Road, Lafayette, Indiana 47905 (outdoor)
Enjoy Exploration Acre's 22 acres corn maze with rewards from 28 advertisers are hidden throughout. All you need is a maze map and a desire to explore more than 10 miles of paths. As you find each reward, punch your map to claim your rewards from participating advertisers.
Admission Includes:
- Access to corn maze
- Hayrides
- Pumpkin Patch (pumpkins available at an additional cost)
- Straw Mounds
- Corn Hole
- Pumpkin Races and much more!
- Corn Cannon
- Gem Mine
- Combat Zone
- Fire Pits
Purdue Families who show their Family Weekend wrist band when purchasing tickets will pay the discounted rate of $12/adult, $9/child. Find out more about this amazing experience by visiting their website.
$ = EVENT HAS AN ADDITIONAL FEE
953 Park East Blvd, Suite B, Lafayette, IN (indoor)
Bask Aroma Co. is a customize your own scent experience. While visiting us, our clients will choose their personal favorites from our fragrances and choose from our product line. Whether pouring your own candle from our premium soy candles, creating a personalized room spray, or even bath and body products, scents are blended by you with the help of our scent stylist, to create an aroma that is all your own!
Show your Family Weekend wristband for buy one get one half off!
$ = EVENT HAS AN ADDITIONAL FEE
Bask Aroma Co. is a customize your own scent experience. While visiting us, our clients will choose their personal favorites from our fragrances and choose from our product line. Whether pouring your own candle from our premium soy candles, creating a personalized room spray, or even bath and body products, scents are blended by you with the help of our scent stylist, to create an aroma that is all your own!
Show your Family Weekend wristband for buy one get one half off!
$ = EVENT HAS AN ADDITIONAL FEE
325 S. Earl Ave, Suite 3, Lafayette, IN (indoor)
Think you and your family have what it takes to tackle one of our escape rooms? Think you can do it in 60 minutes? Get your tickets today at www.missionbreakoutlafayette.com or call 765-250-5180.
Family Weekend registrants receive a discount code for $5 off/person!
** = SPACE LIMITED, ADDITIONAL REGISTRATION REQUIRED
$ = EVENT HAS AN ADDITIONAL FEE
Think you and your family have what it takes to tackle one of our escape rooms? Think you can do it in 60 minutes? Get your tickets today at www.missionbreakoutlafayette.com or call 765-250-5180.
Family Weekend registrants receive a discount code for $5 off/person!
** = SPACE LIMITED, ADDITIONAL REGISTRATION REQUIRED
$ = EVENT HAS AN ADDITIONAL FEE
324 South St. Ste 100, Lafayette, IN (indoor)
Themed Escape Rooms in Lafayette, Indiana for exciting, interactive, fully immersive, entertainment experiences for groups of 2-10 people.
Engage with your friends, family, and colleagues in a whole new way with this fun and adrenaline-rocketing activity. Use teamwork, communication, wit, logic, observation skills, and critical thinking to find clues, crack codes, and solve puzzles. Will you be able to escape our themed room in under 60 minutes?
Book online - Family Weekend registrants receive a discount code for $3 off/person!
** = SPACE LIMITED, ADDITIONAL REGISTRATION REQUIRED
$ = EVENT HAS AN ADDITIONAL FEE
Themed Escape Rooms in Lafayette, Indiana for exciting, interactive, fully immersive, entertainment experiences for groups of 2-10 people.
Engage with your friends, family, and colleagues in a whole new way with this fun and adrenaline-rocketing activity. Use teamwork, communication, wit, logic, observation skills, and critical thinking to find clues, crack codes, and solve puzzles. Will you be able to escape our themed room in under 60 minutes?
Book online - Family Weekend registrants receive a discount code for $3 off/person!
** = SPACE LIMITED, ADDITIONAL REGISTRATION REQUIRED
$ = EVENT HAS AN ADDITIONAL FEE
311 Meijer Drive, Lafayette, IN (outdoor)
We're proud to offer the best experience, most unique miniature golf in Lafayette today. Our business is Fun! Enjoy a round of Miniature Golf, avoid the water hazards or play a round using the spinners. They will tell you to putt backwards or bowl the ball. Try your skills at the batting cages, fit for everyone! Baseball or Softball! Play a few games in the arcade! Enjoy some snacks like local popcorn and cotton candy!
Show your Family Weekend wristband for 20% off rounds of golf.
$ = EVENT HAS AN ADDITIONAL FEE
We're proud to offer the best experience, most unique miniature golf in Lafayette today. Our business is Fun! Enjoy a round of Miniature Golf, avoid the water hazards or play a round using the spinners. They will tell you to putt backwards or bowl the ball. Try your skills at the batting cages, fit for everyone! Baseball or Softball! Play a few games in the arcade! Enjoy some snacks like local popcorn and cotton candy!
Show your Family Weekend wristband for 20% off rounds of golf.
$ = EVENT HAS AN ADDITIONAL FEE
351 South St., Lafayette, IN (indoor)
Purdue students receive $5 off a one-hour throwing session with a valid student ID and their Family Weekend wristband. Reservations are recommended by visiting The Spinning Axe website!
$ = EVENT HAS AN ADDITIONAL FEE
Purdue students receive $5 off a one-hour throwing session with a valid student ID and their Family Weekend wristband. Reservations are recommended by visiting The Spinning Axe website!
$ = EVENT HAS AN ADDITIONAL FEE
920 State Street, Lafayette, Indiana 47905 (indoor)
The Museum is open for self-guided tours every Wednesday-Saturday from 1-4pm. During these times, you can drop by and explore the museum at your own pace. Visitors may wish to allow about an hour to enjoy the exhibits. No advance registration is required. Our volunteer docents will greet you with a brief overview of the museum, share some of the fascinating history of the building, and help you discover what you want to see during your visit. Feel free to ask questions!
The Museum is open for self-guided tours every Wednesday-Saturday from 1-4pm. During these times, you can drop by and explore the museum at your own pace. Visitors may wish to allow about an hour to enjoy the exhibits. No advance registration is required. Our volunteer docents will greet you with a brief overview of the museum, share some of the fascinating history of the building, and help you discover what you want to see during your visit. Feel free to ask questions!
Enjoy the sculpture garden from dawn to dusk at no additional charge!
Show your Family Weekend wristband for a 25% discount on adult admission (bringing it to $7.50/person).
$ = EVENT HAS AN ADDITIONAL FEE
Show your Family Weekend wristband for a 25% discount on adult admission (bringing it to $7.50/person).
$ = EVENT HAS AN ADDITIONAL FEE
Sunday
various
Miles of trails, parks, golf, and other activities to explore. Explore the Greater Lafayette guide.
Miles of trails, parks, golf, and other activities to explore. Explore the Greater Lafayette guide.
Cumberland Park - 3101 N Salisbury St., West Lafayette
Visit here for listings of various opportunities to participate. Race begins at 9:45 a.m.
Visit here for listings of various opportunities to participate. Race begins at 9:45 a.m.
This race benefits the Public Schools Foundation of Tippecanoe County. Our mission is to promote excellence in education and encourage classroom innovation by providing grants in academics and the arts to teachers in the public schools in Tippecanoe County.
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351 South St., Lafayette, IN (indoor)
Purdue students receive $5 off a one-hour throwing session with a valid student ID and their Family Weekend wristband. Reservations are recommended by visiting The Spinning Axe website!
$ = EVENT HAS AN ADDITIONAL FEE
Purdue students receive $5 off a one-hour throwing session with a valid student ID and their Family Weekend wristband. Reservations are recommended by visiting The Spinning Axe website!
$ = EVENT HAS AN ADDITIONAL FEE
6042 Newcastle Road, Lafayette, Indiana 47905 (outdoor)
Enjoy Exploration Acre's 22 acres corn maze with rewards from 28 advertisers are hidden through out. All you need is a maze map and a desire to explore more than 10 miles of paths. As you find each reward, punch your map to claim your rewards from participating advertisers.
Admission Includes:
Enjoy Exploration Acre's 22 acres corn maze with rewards from 28 advertisers are hidden through out. All you need is a maze map and a desire to explore more than 10 miles of paths. As you find each reward, punch your map to claim your rewards from participating advertisers.
Admission Includes:
- Access to corn maze
- Hayrides
- Pumpkin Patch (pumpkins available at an additional cost)
- Straw Mounds
- Corn Hole
- Pumpkin Races and much more!
- Corn Cannon
- Gem Mine
- Combat Zone
- Fire Pits
Purdue Families who show their Family Weekend wrist band when purchasing tickets will pay the discounted rate of $12/adult, $9/child. Find out more about this amazing experience by visiting their website.
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311 Meijer Drive, Lafayette, IN (outdoor)
We're proud to offer the best experience, most unique miniature golf in Lafayette today. Our business is Fun! Enjoy a round of Miniature Golf, avoid the water hazards or play a round using the spinners. They will tell you to putt backwards or bowl the ball. Try your skills at the batting cages, fit for everyone! Baseball or Softball! Play a few games in the arcade! Enjoy some snacks like local popcorn and cotton candy!
Show your Family Weekend wristband for 20% off rounds of golf.
$ = EVENT HAS AN ADDITIONAL FEE
We're proud to offer the best experience, most unique miniature golf in Lafayette today. Our business is Fun! Enjoy a round of Miniature Golf, avoid the water hazards or play a round using the spinners. They will tell you to putt backwards or bowl the ball. Try your skills at the batting cages, fit for everyone! Baseball or Softball! Play a few games in the arcade! Enjoy some snacks like local popcorn and cotton candy!
Show your Family Weekend wristband for 20% off rounds of golf.
$ = EVENT HAS AN ADDITIONAL FEE
325 S. Earl Ave, Suite 3, Lafayette, IN (indoor)
Think you and your family have what it takes to tackle one of our escape rooms? Think you can do it in 60 minutes?
Get your tickets today at www.missionbreakoutlafayette.com call 765-250-5180.
Family Weekend registrants receive a discount code for $5 off/person!
** = SPACE LIMITED, ADDITIONAL REGISTRATION REQUIRED
$ = EVENT HAS AN ADDITIONAL FEE
Think you and your family have what it takes to tackle one of our escape rooms? Think you can do it in 60 minutes?
Get your tickets today at www.missionbreakoutlafayette.com call 765-250-5180.
Family Weekend registrants receive a discount code for $5 off/person!
** = SPACE LIMITED, ADDITIONAL REGISTRATION REQUIRED
$ = EVENT HAS AN ADDITIONAL FEE
324 South St. Ste 100, Lafayette, IN (indoor)
Themed Escape Rooms in Lafayette, Indiana for exciting, interactive, fully immersive, entertainment experiences for groups of 2-10 people.
Engage with your friends, family, and colleagues in a whole new way with this fun and adrenaline-rocketing activity. Use teamwork, communication, wit, logic, observation skills, and critical thinking to find clues, crack codes, and solve puzzles. Will you be able to escape our themed room in under 60 minutes?
Themed Escape Rooms in Lafayette, Indiana for exciting, interactive, fully immersive, entertainment experiences for groups of 2-10 people.
Engage with your friends, family, and colleagues in a whole new way with this fun and adrenaline-rocketing activity. Use teamwork, communication, wit, logic, observation skills, and critical thinking to find clues, crack codes, and solve puzzles. Will you be able to escape our themed room in under 60 minutes?
Book online - Family Weekend registrants receive a discount code for $3 off/person!
** = SPACE LIMITED, ADDITIONAL REGISTRATION REQUIRED
$ = EVENT HAS AN ADDITIONAL FEE