Family Weekend

Family Weekend is an annual spring tradition! It’s a time to connect with your student, experience our beautiful campus, learn about resources, and support services as well as have fun at DU and in the Denver area.   

Join us April 25-27, 2025 for this year’s DU Family Weekend 2025! 

Registration packages will be launched on Tuesday, January 28th 2025 at 12pm MT via this webpage.

 

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Registration

Registration for Family Weekend 2025 is now open. Join us for a weekend filled with activities and events designed for the whole family. We can't wait to see you there!

Register Here 

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Schedule

Check out the detailed schedule for our 2025 Family Weekend. We've packed the weekend with authentic DU experiences perfect for the whole family! 

View the Schedule

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Lodging

Explore accommodations in Denver through our exclusive partnerships. Find the perfect place to stay and learn about other Denver experiences to check out during your visit!

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Registration & Packages

There is still time to register for Family Weekend 2025 using the link below! Registration closes April 10th. 

Family Weekend events are fully funded though the revenue of packages sold. We host over 50 events throughout the weekend. There are 5 packages to choose from White (Friday events, Crimson (Friday + Saturday Events), and Gold (Friday + Saturday + Sunday Events). If you're only interested in joining for a day, explore our Friday and Saturday only packages on the registration page. On campus parking is provided only to families who purchase packages. Explore more about the events and meals included in each package on the CrimsonConnect Event. 

Register Here 

 

Get Tickets for Local Events

Cheer on DU Women's Lacrosse

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Come and support our women's lacrosse team as they take on their rivals! It's going to be an exciting match you won't want to miss. 

Get Lacrosse Tickets

Captivating Opera Performances

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Join us for the spring opera performance from the Lamont School of Music. Experience a night of beautiful music and captivating performances.

Get Opera Tickets

Schedule

  • Friday, April 25th

    Welcome to Family Weekend

    Family Weekend 2025 is quickly approaching! Package holders receive an email on Thursday, March 27th titled "DU Family Weekend is 1-Month Away" with more information on how to access the complete schedule and how to register for tours, session, and more. The full schedule is available to package holders through the app and event hub; directions on how to access the full schedule are listed in the email. 


    9:00am-5:00pm Check In

    • Welcome to Family Weekend! Student and staff volunteers will get you checked in for the weekend. No printed tickets needed, just provide your name and we will do the rest! Pick up your schedule, package materials to get set up for the weekend. DU Family Merch will be available for sale.  
       

    9:00am-11:00am Beans Family Weekend Coffee Hour (Public Event - No Package Required!) 

    • Kickoff Family Weekend with a coffee and snack from our student-run coffee shop! Located inside the Joy Burns Center, just across from the bridge. 

     

    Various Tours: Carillon (Bell Tower), Innovation Lab, Campus and more! 

    • Tours will start at 11:00am and run through the afternoon. More information and how to register for a specific tour can be found in the Family Weekend App. 
    • Most tours will require you to register for specific times. These are available to package holders only and more information on how to register for individual tours can be found in your Know Before you Go Emails. 

    1:00pm - 5:00pm Educational Sessions

    • Education sessions are available for package holders. For descriptions, locations, and times, please see the Family Weekend Hub. Friday Sessions: 
      • Family Engagement Beyond the Weekend 
      • Beyond Academics: Supporting Your Student's Well-being
      • Supporting Students in their Career Journey 
      • Study Abroad 
         

    1:00pm-3:00pm Suite Open Houses and Resources

    • Student organizations and campus partners showcasing student activities and support services to students and families in their on-campus offices. 
       

    1:00pm-3:00pm Academic College Open Houses + Faulty Flash Talks 

    • Open houses held in academic buildings to introduce families to the academic community to which their student belongs. Find your student's college event and talks listed in the Family Weekend App. 
       

    5:00pm-7:00pm: Family Weekend Kickoff Event

    • Come celebrate the start of Family Weekend with music, activities, food and fun! 
       

    7:30pm: Lamont School of Music Spring Opera Performance (tickets sold separately) 

  • Saturday, April 26th

    Saturday Events and Activities

    Family Weekend 2025 is actively being planned! Some events are free and most events require a purchased Family Weekend package to attend. More information will be released in January 2025 about packages and the events are included. 


    9:00am-3:00pm Check In

    • Welcome to Family Weekend! Student and staff volunteers will get you checked in for the weekend. No printed tickets needed, just provide your name and we will do the rest! Pick up your schedule, package materials to get set up for the weekend. DU Family Merch will be available for sale.  
        

    10:00am-11:00am: DU Training 

    • Hosted by the Coors Fitness Center. A new addition to the fitness group classes, come try the new strength-base group training sessions to see if your student is interested in buying a 10-pack to the class! 
       

    10:00am-12:00pm Faculty Flash Talks

    • Faculty lectures available to package holders: 
      • Does Compassion at Work Matter? Preparing Future Leaders for the Future of Work 
      • Educating Character in College Students Living with Anxiety 
         

    10:00am-12:00pm Educational Sessions 

    • Saturday education sessions: 
      • Supporting Students in their Career Journey 
      • Well-being 101: Introducing DU Well Coaching 
         

    11:00am-3:00pm DU Market on Campus Green 

    • A come and go afternoon on Campus Green or inside Community Commons with various activities and fun for the whole family! 
       

    12pm:  Women's Lacrosse Game (tickets sold separately) 
     

    1:00pm-3:00pm: Pickleball Family Face-Off 

    • A new event planned by a Family Ambassador, come play doubles as a seasoned or novice pickleball player! Reserve a court in the Family Weekend app. 
       

    4:00pm-6:00pm: Family Happy Hour (no package required - open to anyone) 

    • A favorite event from last year! Join us on the Fourth Floor of Community Commons Building to meet other DU families and students! 
       

    Discover Denver - spend the evening in the city exploring local restaurants. Pick-up your booklet with promotions and recommendations at check-in! 
     

    7:30pm: Lamont School of Music Spring Opera Performance (tickets sold separately) 

  • Sunday, April 27th

    Sunday Events and Activities

    Family Weekend 2025 is actively being planned!  Some events are free and most events require a purchased Family Weekend package to attend. More information will be released in January 2025 about packages and the events are included.  

    9:00am-10:00am: Yoga Class 

    • Hosted our Coors Fitness Center. A Vinyasa flow yoga class offered to all Family Weekend package holders. Mats are provided, bringing your own is encouraged. All levels are welcome! 

    9:00am-11:00am: Carillon Tours (Bell Tower) 

    • Climb the 95 steps to the best view on campus and see the historic bells up close. 
    • Reserve your tour in the Family Weekend app 

    9:30am-11:30am: Chancellor's Gold Brunch

    • End Family Weekend with brunch and a visit with DU's Chancellor. Grab & Go and seated options will be provided. 
       

    2:30pm: Lamont School of Music Spring Opera Performance (tickets sold separately) 

Planning Your Stay in Denver

Parking, Lodging, and Transportation

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Get information to plan your stay, with all the details on where to park, nearby hotels, and public transportation near the University of Denver campus.

  • Parking

    Parking Information

    Parking is included with the purchase of Family Weekend Packages. More information will be shared in April 2025. 

  • Lodging

    Visitors Guide Information

    The University of Denver is located just six miles from downtown and is about 16 minutes from the City Center via I-25 or light rail. DU’s 130-acre campus is firmly embedded in established neighborhoods and surrounded by variety of well-known dining and entertainment options. 

    To help make your visit experience more enjoyable, please check out our DU Visitor's Guide Website which includes helpful resources, tools, and links with associated DU discount rates and codes.

    Find a Hotel

    We have many hotel partners in the area from whom you can request a DU rate upon reservation, which typically results in savings.

  • Transportation

    Transportation Services

    Make your way to DU campus using one of a variety of transportation options, from chartered buses to public transit. We highly encourage the use of public transportation via RTD given the RTD light rail station next to our campus, University of Denver station, which serves as a stop on the E, F and H lines that connect all across Denver. Getting downtown by rail is quick and easy, and you can even use it to get to and from the airport on the new A line, which leaves from downtown Denver's Union Station.

    Once you arrive, you can walk across Buchtel Boulevard and walk south across the campus to University Hall, which is located just off S University Boulevard and E Warren Avenue. 

    More information can be found on the RTD Website

    Ride Shares can also make navigating the city easier. Stay tuned for some promo codes prior to Family Weekend.

Explore Denver Beyond Campus

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The DU neighborhood and Denver as a whole offer extensive opportunities for recreation, cultural engagement, dining, and more. Explore neighborhood guides, learn about the many excellent restaurants around DU, and prepare to enjoy your time in Denver. 

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Family Weekend

We hope to see you at Family Weekend April 25-27, 2025!

Registration opens in January 2025. 

Contact New Student & Family Programs with questions.