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Family Weekend

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Family Weekend

October 4-6, 2024

Family Weekend 2024

Family Weekend is when we welcome UWL Families to campus and show off all the amazing things we have going on. We want you to feel comfortable and familiar with the institution your student attends, and Family Weekend is an excellent way to get to know UWL. We're looking forward to seeing you for Family Weekend 2024: October 4-6th!

We are excited to see you on-campus! Whether you come for one day or the whole weekend, we look forward to having you visit. View the activities scheduled, keep an eye out for when tickets go on sale! 

Check out our New Students and Families webpage for other important information!

The most up to date Family Weekend schedule can be found below. Please note, however, that the schedule is still being finalized and subject to change.

Ticketing Information

For ticketed events, click the above link! You will have the option to pick up your tickets at the Information Center desk in the Student Union (first floor), print them at home, or sent to you digitally. 

Please note: You do not have to purchase your student a ticket to any sporting events as with their Eagle ID, they get free access to games. For other ticketed events, though, your student will need a ticket. Discounted tickets for volleyball, football, and soccer are only available through the pre-sale event. Tickets may be purchased on the day of the event at regular pricing. 

Have questions or need assistance? Please contact our ticket office at 608.785.8877. 

Parking Information

During Family Weekend, you may park in campus lots after 2 pm on Friday, October 4 until 2 pm on Sunday, October 6 during the day without a permit. This includes both Residential and Commuter lots, marked with an R and C, respectively. Space in our Residential Lots is very limited, please only park there for a limited time (ie: taking items up to your students' room) and then move your vehicle to a Commuter Lot. Overnight parking is not permitted in either type of lot without a permit. You are welcome to purchase a weekend pass for overnight parking ($5/night if you need one) by contacting Parking Services. 

Food Options
  • An hour and a half before the football game, concessions will be available. 
  • Whitney Dining Center will be open all weekend, you may purchase a meal at Whitney at the cash register where your student swipes in. 
  • For dining options off-campus, we encourage you to visit the Explore La Crosse page and to make reservations!  
Special Accommodations

If you need any special accommodations during Family Weekend, please contact Colleen Schulz at nsfp@uwlax.edu. 

Schedule

Time Event Location Cost

1-5 p.m.

The Experiential and The Artificial: Codey Gallas and Ryan Send 

Sponsored by: UWL Art Department 

UWL Art Gallery, Lowe Center for the Arts 

Free 

3-4:15 p.m.

International Education and Engagement Open House

Swing by IEE to learn about all the travel abroad opportunities available to students! Hear from staff and students about their experiences and see where you could explore! 

Sponsored by: IEE

1140 Centennial Hall

Free

3-4:15 p.m.

Self-Guided Campus Tour

We encourage you to participate in our self-guided tour of campus. You can visit campus offices including: the Student Life Office, Career Services, International Education and Engagement, Financial Aid, and more!

Sponsored by: Admissions

2320 Student Union, Admissions Office (Second Floor)

Free

6-7 p.m.

AND

7-8 p.m.

BINGO

Join us for a fun night of BINGO – fun for the whole family! Snacks for everyone and prizes available for winners!

Sponsored by: New Student and Family Programs and CAB

Student Union, Bluffs (Second Floor)

There are two sessions of Bingo, if you'd like to attend both, you will need a ticket for both.

Ticketed event. UWL students will also need a ticket.

Tickets are now available!

7 p.m. 

Volleyball vs UW – Stevens Point 

Sponsored by: Athletics 

Michell Hall Gymnasium 

Ticketed event for guests, FREE Admission for UWL Students with their Eagle ID.

Tickets are now available!  

8-10 p.m. 

Live Band Karaoke  

Live out your rock star dreams and belt out your favorite tunes, back by a LIVE band!  

Sponsored by: CAB 

Entertainment Cafe, Student Union (Lower Level) 

Free 

Time Event Location Cost
Ongoing

Self-Guided Hike

Explore the beautiful La Crosse area, resources are listed on the Rec Sports Outdoor Activities Resources List!

Coulee Region

Free

9 a.m. Parent Advisory Board Meeting Student Union 2310, Senate Chamber (Second Floor)  

9 a.m. 

Field Bean Bag Tournament 

Join Rec Sports for a free bag toss tournament on Drake Field! Student Registration is required - limited spots available. Teams will be placed into a single-elimination bracket. Games will start at 9am and will continue until we crown champions!! Prizes given out to the winning team! See you on Drake Field. 

Sponsored by: REC Sports

Drake Field 

Free 

1 p.m.

Football vs University of Wisconsin-Platteville 

Sponsored by: Athletics

Roger Harring Stadium

Ticketed event for guests. UWL students get in for free with their Eagle ID.

Tickets are now available!

1-5 p.m. 

The Experiential and The Artificial: Codey Gallas and Ryan Send 

Sponsored by: UWL Art Department 

UWL Art Gallery, Lowe Center for the Arts 

Free 

2-5 p.m.

Volunteer with UWL: Blanket Making

Leadership and Involvement Center for an afternoon on blanket making! We are putting together fleece blankets for Coulee Region RSVP to distribute to the La Crosse Community. All supplies will be provided. For more information on volunteer opportunities, check out uwlax.edu/ugetconnected.

Sponsored by: LIC

Student Union, Entertainment Cafe (Lower Level)

Free

3:30 p.m.

Free Movie Saturday 

Join us for a free movie in the Student Union: Back to the Future!

Sponsored by: CAB 

Student Union, Movie Theatre 

Free 

5 p.m.

Soccer vs University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh

Sponsored by: Athletics

VMSC Grass Field (Formerly UWL Tennis Courts)

Ticketed event for guests. UWL students get in for free with their Eagle ID.

Tickets are now available! 

6 p.m.

Music and Drama Showcase

Second Year Experience invites you to an evening of music and theatre featuring Vocal Ties acapella group and The Drama Club in celebration of Family Weekend!

Sponsored by: Second Year Experience

Student Union Theatre (Lower Level)

Free

7 p.m.

Eric Dittelman: Mind Reader

Dittelman’s combination of mind reading with stand-up and improv comedy has been the perfect recipe for his success performing on television and live on stage. Having traveled all across the country and around the world, Dittelman reveals your thoughts, influences your decisions, and makes you laugh while leaving your jaws dropped in amazement.

Sponsored by: CAB

Student Union, The Bluffs (Second Floor)

Ticketed event for students and guests. UWL students will also need a ticket.

Tickets are now available!

Time Event Location Cost

9:30-10:45 a.m. 

La Crosse Northside Hear, Here Mid-Century Memories Trolley Tour:  

Ask any Northsider who grew up during the 1950s, 1960s, or 1970s what the city was like, and they just might talk about familiar icons, like The Sweet Shop. They might mention going to school at "Old" Logan, or working at the Autolite or Rubber Mills. They also might mention the groovy tunes at the famed Avalon Ballroom, or the infamous flood of 1965. Join Hear, Here for a bus tour of the Northside and hear about all of these places, and more.    

Sponsored by: UWL’s Hear, Here.

1200 Block of Caledonia St, La Crosse.  

Free, but limited capacity.  

 

Register early on the La Crosse Public Library event calendar to secure a space.  

1-5 p.m. 

The Experiential and The Artificial: Codey Gallas and Ryan Send 

Sponsored by: UWL Art Department 

UWL Art Gallery, Lowe Center for the Arts 

Free 

3:25 p.m.

Green Bay Packers vs. LA Rams

Sponsored by: New Student and Family Programs and University Centers

Student Union, Entertainment Cafe (Lower Level)

Free