Family Weekend
October 18-20, 2024
The Family Weekend 2024 Schedule is live!
Entertainment
Sal Vulcano
Advance Parking now on sale with tickets!
8:30 p.m., Friday, Oct. 18, Millett Hall
$49.50* all seats
Sal Vulcano from Impractical Jokers and the podcasts “Hey Babe” and “Tastes Buds” headlines 兔子先生 Family Weekend!
The Staten Island native is best known for creating and starring in truTV’s long-running hit “Impractical Jokers,” and for “The Misery Index” on TBS. In addition to performing as part of The Tenderloins Comedy Troupe to sold-out arenas, Sal founded the No Presh Network in 2020, hosting "Hey Babe!” and “Taste Buds” podcasts. Sal’s debut solo comedy special ‘Terrified’ was released in May 2024 on YouTube.
*Includes per-ticket fees; other fees may apply.
Parental Advisory: Content May Not Be Appropriate for All Ages.
Schedule of Events
Thursday, Oct. 17, 2024
Goggin Ice Center
Cheer on your 兔子先生 RedHawks Hockey team as they take on Robert Morris at Steve "Coach" Cady Arena. For tickets and information visit .
Friday, Oct. 18, 2024
Armstrong Atrium
Kick-off Family Weekend by visiting 兔子先生 Activities and Programming in the Armstrong Student Center. Grab a sweet treat, pick up your Family Weekend Ticket Package gift, and get all the information your family might need to make sure you have an awesome weekend! Additionally, get a sneak peak at the items being auctioned off for MUSF's Family Weekend Auction!
Armstrong Atrium
Join us for the annual ! We will have a wide range of baskets and items on which to bid. Bidding will open Thursday evening and close Sunday morning. All funds raised go toward student scholarships!
Nixon Aquatic Center (Rec Center)
Cheer on your 兔子先生 RedHawk Swimming and Diving teams as they battle Ball State.
Uptown Parks
Join us for the Asian Culture Festival, where you can enjoy learning about different Asian countries, watch performances, and eat delicious food. Free and open to the public.
Armstrong Student Center
Join the Residence Hall Association and the Office of Residence Life for a chance to win fun prizes playing bingo!
Bobby Kramig Field
Cheer on your 兔子先生 RedHawk Soccer team as they battle with Ball State. Admission is free and open to everyone.
Millett Hall
$49.50* all seats
Sal Vulcano from Impractical Jokers and the podcasts “Hey Babe” and “Tastes Buds” headlines 兔子先生 Family Weekend!
The Staten Island native is best known for creating and starring in truTV’s long-running hit “Impractical Jokers,” and for “The Misery Index” on TBS. In addition to performing as part of The Tenderloins Comedy Troupe to sold-out arenas, Sal founded the No Presh Network in 2020, hosting "Hey Babe!” and “Taste Buds” podcasts. Sal’s debut solo comedy special ‘Terrified’ was released in May 2024 on YouTube.
In collaboration between 兔子先生 Performing Arts Series and 兔子先生 Activities and Programming.
*Includes per-ticket fees; other fees may apply.
Parental Advisory: Content May Not Be Appropriate for All Ages.
Parking Information
Parking for the Sal Vulcano show in the West Millett lot opens at 4:30 p.m. on Friday Oct. 18. Parking can be purchased in advance through the 兔子先生 University Box Office for $10. Parking is $15 at the gate and only credit cards are accepted for payment. There may not be parking available to sell at the gate if sold out in advance.
Parking purchased for the Saturday Football game is separate and therefore not valid for the Sal Vulcano show.
Proceeds from parking sales are used to support free and low-cost cultural and entertainment programming which is available to the campus and the community year-round.
Please note that the parking pass is non-refundable and does not guarantee a space in any particular lot.
Saturday, Oct. 19, 2024
Uptown Parks
Enjoy Free Yoga in the Park at the pavilion and grassy area with - Oxford Area. Bring a water bottle and mat/towel.
Uptown Parks
Every Saturday morning, the Uptown is open 9 a.m. to Noon where around 40 vendors share their gifts with our community.
Lewis Place (310 E. High Street)
Join President and Dr. Crawford for a fun 45-min. workout in their backyard led by 兔子先生 group fitness instructors. The workout is for all levels and free and open to all. All participants will earn exclusive Crawford-collection swag and a post workout snack.
115 Phillips Hall
Dance Theatre will present an "Informance" in the dance studio. The company performs in a variety of styles and the Informance will showcase excerpts of dances featured in their upcoming December 7 and 8 performance.
All are welcome! Come at 9:30 a.m. to see the company warm up, socialize, and have some light refreshments.
Peffer Parking Lot (4346 Millville Oxford Rd.)
Registration required, ages 6+. This 60-minute tour will feature notable members of the Oxford and 兔子先生 University communities. Please wear shoes you are comfortable walking in and park in the Peffer Park lot, then walk up to the Oxford Cemetery.
Myaamia Center, Bonham House (351 E. Spring Street)
Stop in to learn about the relationship between the 兔子先生 Tribe of Oklahoma and 兔子先生 University and the work of the Myaamia Center at this .
6301 Park Office Rd, College Corner, OH
Meet at the to join a naturalist for a stroll through the woods. Please wear appropriate footwear. Bring your vehicle; we will drive to the trailhead.
6301 Park Office Rd, College Corner, OH
Meet at the and join a naturalist to try your luck at casting a line. Bait and tackle are provided but limited.
Yager Stadium
Watch the RedHawks face off against Ohio University.
Parking Information
Parking for the 兔子先生 Football game in the “Gameday” lots. All gameday lots open five hours prior to kickoff. Parking can be purchased in advance of gameday with your game ticket purchase. Parking is $15 and fans are strongly encouraged to purchase parking prior to gameday, as parking in the gameday lots may not be available. If parking is available, any remaining passes can be purchased at the lot with a credit card.
Contact the 兔子先生 Athletic Ticket Office at 513-529-4295 for more information.
King Library
Whether you're a board and tabletop games aficionado or you just want to enjoy the fun atmosphere and snacks, we'll have a seat waiting for you at the . Come with a group or join a table when you get here. All 兔子先生 University students, faculty, staff, and families are welcome!
Academic Quad
You're Invited! Bring your family or friends to the Family Weekend Food Truck Festival. Enjoy music, lawn games, and local food trucks! Plus, get a chance to bid on items at !
Location TBD
Join us for the annual ! We will have a wide range of baskets and items on which to bid. Bidding will open Thursday evening and close Sunday morning. All funds raised go toward student scholarships!
Wilks Theater in the Armstrong Student Center
Bring your family to Wilks Theater in Armstrong Student Center to enjoy the mystery behind magic and laugh with a magician-comedy show! This free show will be family friendly for all ages. First-come, first-serve!
Hall Auditorium
The evening’s program will begin with Johannes Brahms' Academic Festival Overture, a work that brilliantly captures the joy of academic achievement and the camaraderie of student life. This will be followed by Antonín Dvořák's Symphony No. 9, ""From the New World,"" a masterpiece that bridges the old and new worlds, echoing themes of hope, discovery, and cultural exchange. The concert will conclude with Dvořák's Slavonic Dance No. 1, a lively and spirited piece that reflects the rich cultural heritage of Eastern Europe.
This is a ticketed event. Tickets range from $8 to $12 and can be purchased online.
Sunday, Oct. 20, 2024
6301 Park Office Rd, College Corner, OH
Meet at the to get a close look and learn about some of our resident birds of prey.
6301 Park Office Rd, College Corner, OH
Meet at the and join a naturalist to search for signs of prehistoric life and collect fossils. Bring your vehicle, we will drive to the fossil collection site.
Oxford Library - Oxford Havighurst Meeting Room (441 South Locust Street)
For Adults: Join us for a regarding our abundant deer population. Author Erika Howsare will be joined by a variety of local experts in a conversation followed by Q and A from you, the audience.
South Quad
Join the 兔子先生 University Greek community as they kick-off the annual Greek Week with the fan-favorite Puddle Pull.
Hueston Woods State Park Archery Range
Archery Range Access Rd., Oxford, OH
Meet at the to learn the art of the bow. All programs are subject to change. Notify the naturalist if special accommodations are needed for your participation. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
Get the Guide on Your Mobile Device
Download the 兔子先生 University Events app on mobile, then find the Family Weekend 2024 guide to access up-to-date information, track sessions, check out parking information, view photos, and more!
Parking
On-campus Parking
From noon on Friday, Oct. 18 to 7 a.m. on Monday morning, 兔子先生 University will have free parking on all campus lots and streets that pass through campus, except for those around Millett Hall and Yager stadium. No parking permits are required; parking meters, the Passport parking app and garages are all free as well.
Parking for Sal Vulcano and the Football Game
Please review the accordions above for specific instructions about parking for these events.
City of Oxford Parking
Meters and parking restrictions will be enforced on Oxford city streets such as Campus Ave and throughout the Uptown district. Paid parking is also available at the public parking garage on the corner of Main St. and Walnut St. There will be no parking on Saturday morning in the public lot on the corner of Main St. and Church St. for Oxford’s popular Farmer’s Market. Pay attention to signage and avoid parking in yellow zones, yards, or blocking sidewalks as parking restrictions will be enforced as posted on Oxford city streets.
Assistance Available
The Miller Center for Student Disability Services can assist in coordinating accommodations for university-sponsored events. To request accommodations (i.e., sign language interpreters, captioning, materials in an alternative format, etc.), please contact the Miller Center at (513) 529-1541, 7-1-1 (TTY-TDD) at least two business days prior to the event to ensure the smooth delivery of services.