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 will open Tuesday, January 28th at 12pm MT. Early bird prices will be available for the first month, then packages will increase in price. The link to register will be listed here on January 28th! 

Register Here 

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Schedule

See a general outline of the Friday- Sunday schedule. More details about 2025 events will be added in the winter quarter. 

Learn More about the Schedule Here

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Lodging

Explore the lodging partnerships DU has with varying accommodations in Denver! 

Learn more about lodging

Registration & Packages

Registration for Family Weekend 2025 will open Tuesday, January 28th at 12pm MT. Early bird pricing closes February 25th, so buy early for a discounted rate. The link to package options and registration will be live, here, on January 28th! 

 

Family Weekend events are fully funded though the revenue of packages sold. We host over 70 events throughout the weekend. There are 3 packages to choose from White (Friday events, Crimson (Friday + Saturday Events), and Gold (Friday + Saturday + Sunday Events). 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 

 

Lacrosse & Opera Tickets

This weekend hosts a women's lacrosse game and the spring opera performance from the Lamont School of Music. Tickets are sold separately and families recieve a discount when they use the links below to purchase tickets! 

Lacrosse Tickets 

Opera Tickets 

Schedule

  • Friday, April 25th Events

    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-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.  
       

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

    • Tours will start at 11:30am and run through the afternoon. More information to come about specific tour topics and times. 
    • 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 will be shared one month before the event. 

    1:00pm - 5:00pm Educational Sessions

    • Various campus partners leading 50-minute informational sessions. More information on the sessions and exact times of sessions to come a month before the event. 
       

    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 

    • Details TBA: Open houses held in academic buildings to introduce families to the academic community to which their student belongs. 
       
       

    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 Events

    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: Yoga Class 

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

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

    • Faculty lectures about research/academic happenings around campus. 
    • *Please note, this time subject to change. We are still working with faculty to solidify times and want to provide a general window as families begin to plan for the weekend. 
       

    10:00am-12:00pm Educational Sessions 

    • We will offer a couple educational sessions twice on Friday and Saturday. The session topics are the same, but tend to be highly attended and want to offer multiple times to families. 
    • Session titles and times will be published once confirmed. 

    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) 
     

    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! 
       

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

  • Sunday, April 27th Events

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

    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) 

Parking, Lodging, and Transportation

Parking Information

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

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 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.

Visit Denver

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. 

Visit Denver Website

The Visit Denver website will provide you with information on things to do, events, places to stay, food and drink options, and the various neighborhoods to explore during your stay. Additional resources, guides, and information about the DU Neighborhood are also provided below.

Other Considerations:

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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.