Purdue Family Weekend
Fall 2026 Family Weekend
Purdue Fall Family Weekend is three days of campus-wide activities designed for students and their families. Past events have included a tailgate, a barbeque, movies, and fun at our Co-Recreational facilities. Along with the University, departments and programs hold their own events on these weekends. We look forward to seeing you at an upcoming Purdue Family Weekend event!
You are invited to our Exploratory Studies Fall Family Weekend Open House on Friday, October 16, 2026 from 2:00 - 4:00 pm EST. Come to Young Hall, in the lobby, and our offices on the 6th Floor to explore our spaces, connect with our awesome staff, and help us celebrate our program's 30th anniversary!
- Meet and chat with our academic advisors and program directors
- Get your free EXPL swag - while supplies last
- Enjoy light snacks and soft drinks
- Enter to win awesome door prizes
- Take a spin on our prize wheel for chances to earn items from local merchants
- Get fired up for the Friday night Family Weekend Football game (against Washington)!
More information about all the events happening on Family Weekend is available on the Parent and Family Connections page. Football game ticket information will be available mid-to-late June and the full spectrum of weekend events will be published in September.
Spring 2027 Family Weekend
Spring 2027 Family Weekend will be held on April 16 - 18, 2027, which overlaps with Purdue's Spring Fest (April 17). More information on Exploratory Studies-specific events will be posted here soon.