Family Weekend: October 2-4, 2026

Posted By: iwilson@smumn.edu On: 2026-08-29
Posted On: 2026-08-29

Move-in is over and now it’s time to plan your or your family’s next visit! October 2nd-4th there will be all kinds of different activities for your family to enjoy. From athletic games to caricature artists to performances, there is something for everyone. Please make sure to check out our Family Weekend website for an in detail schedule with how to purchase boat tour tickets or Othello Tickets, more details about events we have to offer, most importantly let us know who is coming! We want to ensure we have enough t-shirts and other supplies for all families to enjoy. Although it is not required to register, you can RSVP to let us know you are coming here. Check out our general schedule below:

 

Friday, Oct. 2nd

5 to 6 pm | Information Booth | Plaza

5 to 7 pm | Dinner | Eatery*

7 pm | Volleyball vs. Carleton College | David R. Thies Arena

7 pm | Lord Chamberlain’s Men Present: Othello | Page Theatre*

Saturday, Oct. 3rd

8 am | Donuts with Advancement | Merle Wilberding Alumni Room

10 to 5 pm | Information Booth | Plaza

10 am | Softball Red and White Game | Saint Mary’s Field

10 am | Boat Tour | Levee Park* **

11 am to 1 pm | Brunch | Eatery

12 pm | Boat Tour | Levee Park* **

1 pm | Women’s Soccer vs. Hamline | Ochrymowycz Field

1 to 5 pm | Plaza Activities | Plaza

2 pm | Boat Tour | Levee Park* **

3 pm | Men’s Soccer vs. Hamline | Ochrymowycz Field

4 pm | Boat Tour | Levee Park* **

5 to 7 pm | Dinner | Eatery*

6 pm | Choir Concert | Figliulo Recital Hall

7 pm | Volleyball vs. Gustavus Adolphus College | David R. Thies Arena

7 to 9 pm | Pool and Open Gym | Jul Gernes Pool & Gostomski Fieldhouse

Sunday, Oct. 4th

10:30 am | Mass | Saint Thomas More Chapel

11 am to 1 pm | Brunch | Eatery*

12 pm | Mass in Spanish | Saint Thomas More Chapel

7 pm | PMA Presents: Oldie Moldies | Plaza

* Additional Cost

** Personal Transportation Required

Frequently Asked Questions

What lodging is available? While we can’t offer overnight stays on campus, there are plenty of hotels, bed and breakfasts, and vacation rentals in the Winona area.

Do I need to check-in when I arrive? There is no official check-in.

What is the cost to eat in the Eatery? Brunch – $12.54, Dinner – $14.84

Are any events required? No events are required. Families are free to do things either on or off campus as they please.

How do I get a free t-shirt? Please bring a non-perishable food item to support our community in exchange for a free t-shirt at the Information Booth.

Contact us!

Office of Student Engagement

studentengagement@smumn.edu | (507)-457-8659