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It’s 9 a.m. on a crisp fall Saturday in Oxford. Mom’s already triple-checking the weekend schedule, gathering everyone for pictures, and scanning her map for which parking lot is “closest to everything.” Dad’s standing off to the side, coffee in hand, just hoping to make it to the game on time. Meanwhile, you’re realizing you won’t be doing any of what you had planned this weekend. 

Family Weekend is about bringing students and families together to celebrate life at Miami. So, don’t worry. With this guide, Mom won’t be stressing about parking, Dad will make it to kickoff, and you will still have time to show them all of your favorite campus spots. 

Get ready, RedHawks — it’s time to open your wings and welcome family back to the nest. This is Family Weekend!

Weekend at a glance

This weekend, Oct. 24-26, is packed with athletic events, performances, and special programs that highlight student life, the Miami community, and the Oxford community. Here is a sample schedule to help you plan a fun and memorable weekend:

Friday 

• 3 p.m. – Arrive in Oxford and get settled (bonus: Parking is free all weekend!).
  
• 3:30 p.m. – Check out the Family Weekend Silent Auction at Armstrong Student Center before dinner.
  
• 5 p.m. – Head Uptown to the Asian Cultural Fest for free food and cultural booths.
  
• 7:30 p.m. – Grab some Graeter’s ice cream for the walk to Millett to see Seth Meyers’ stand-up show.

Saturday

• 9 a.m. – Hit up the Farmers Market first thing in the morning for coffee and breakfast.
  
• 10 a.m. – Head to M.O.V.E. Bootcamp with President Gregory P. Crawford and University Ambassador Dr. Renate Crawford to get in some activity for the day.
  
• 11:30 a.m. – Tailgate and game time — vs. Western Michigan at 3:30 p.m.
  
• 6 p.m. – Walk to the academic quad for the Family Weekend Food Truck Fest.
  
• 7 p.m. – Take your family on a tour of the beautiful campus.
  
• 8 p.m. – Finish your tour at Armstrong to make your own Miami merch.

Sunday

• 10 a.m. – Enjoy brunch at Patterson’s Café.
  
• 11:30 a.m. – Walk to the Oxford United Methodist Church for family pottery painting.
  
• 2 p.m. – Wrap up and say your goodbyes!

Tips

• Download the Family Weekend App to see the full list of events and details.
• View the Visitor Parking Information page before coming to campus.
• If restaurants are too hectic or reservations fall through, hit up one of our dining halls.
• Leave time between events — you don’t have to do it all.
• Make sure to download tickets ahead of time for any events you plan to attend.
• Bring layers for unexpected weather.
• Have fun!

Places to stay

The Marcum Hotel and Conference Center

A 55-room inn located on a quiet corner next to the Formal Gardens, the Marcum makes it easy to immerse yourself in the beauty and traditions of Miami University.

Book Your Stay

Oxford Visitors Bureau

Locate off-campus accommodations as you discover the nearby destinations, entertainment, activities, and events that Oxford’s own visitors bureau recommends.

Explore Oxford

No matter how you spend it, Family Weekend is about reconnecting, showing your family a glimpse of your Miami life, and enjoying the energy that fills campus. 

Welcome, families! Love and Honor.