Welcome to Family & Friends Weekend 2026!
We’re excited to welcome you to campus for a memorable weekend scheduled for September 25–27, 2026. This special event is designed to give you a true taste of the Fredonia experience, with a variety of fun activities and events for everyone to enjoy.
Registration Details: The registration fee is $25 per family/group and includes access to ALL scheduled activities throughout the weekend.
We look forward to sharing this exciting weekend with you and your loved ones!
The following events are included at no cost with each family registration. Meals are available at an additional cost (as listed below) including our Kick-off Party on the Patio signature event.
Friday, September 25th: 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm - Check in at Welcome Tent/Williams Center Patio 7:30 pm - Line Dancing in Williams Center Multipurpose Room 8:00 pm - Fredonia Jazz Showcase in Rosch Recital Hall
Saturday September 26th: 9:30 am - 11:00 am - Breakfast and Trivia in Williams Center Multipurpose Room (Breakfast pizza buffet, while supplies last and trivia/prizes) 11:30 am to 2:00 pm - Festival/Campus BBQ/bands/vendors in Williams Center Patio & Gregory Grove 1:00 pm - Womens’ Soccer vs. John Carroll in University Stadium 2:00 pm - KickBall in Grass Area/Near Williams Center Patio 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm - Special Collections & Archives Bicentennial Open House Reed Library Please stop in for a unique opportunity to view materials from Special Collections & Archives at Daniel A. Reed Library's University Collections up close and learn more about Fredonia's 200 year history of higher education. 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm - Blue Devil Gaming Event in S204ABC Williams Center 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm - Ukulele Jam in Blue Lounge|Williams Center 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm - Drag Show Bingo Y2K in Williams Center Multipurpose Room (Space is limited, first come first served based on capacity.) 8:00 pm - Fredonia Wind Ensemble in King Concert Hall
Meals and Dining Options:
Friday, September 25th: 6 -7:3pm: Kick Off Party on the Patio: ($21 adults, $13 children), Williams Center Patio. Pre-purchased tickets required. Student meal plans not accepted. *Buffet to include: Mixed Green Salad Bar and/or Macaroni and Cheese Bar (Vegan Mac and Cheese available): With your choice of toppings: Grilled chicken strips, steamed broccoli, bacon crumbles, diced tomatoes, cheddar cheese, crispy onions. Hot sauce and assorted dressings. Platters: Fruit & Cheese, Chilled Grilled Vegetables with Balsamic dressing Hot mains: Small Beef on Weck sandwiches, Petite Pizza Pieces (Gluten Free Pizza available), Chicken Fingers with bleu cheese and ranch, Swedish Meatballs, Vegetable Spring Rolls Assorted desserts, including vegan and gluten free options Beverages: Coffee, Tea, Apple Cider, Water
Saturday, September 26th: 10am- 3pm: Brunch: Cranston Marche, University Commons Pay at the door. Students can use their meal plans/FRED cards. 1 meal swipe or feed a friend, $10.50 in points, $10.50 +tax in FREDFunds, $13.50 cash. A variety of brunch items.
11:30am- 2pm: Patio BBQ: Pay at the door cash/card $11.34 + tax each; students can use a Meal Swipe, Points ($10.50), Fred Funds (10.50 + Tax). Join us for a Patio Cookout! FSA will be preparing your choice of hot dogs, hamburger, cheeseburger, turkey burger, Beyond Burger, or green salad. The meal includes chips, cookie, and bottled water/soda. Enjoy live music and giveaways!
4pm - 6:30pm: Dinner: Cranston Marche, University Commons Pay at the door. 1 meal swipe or feed a friend, $12.00 in points, $12.00 +tax in FREDFunds, $16.00 cash.
Sunday, September 27th: 10am- 3pm: Brunch: Cranston Marche, University Commons Pay at the door. Students can use their meal plans/FRED cards. 1 meal swipe or feed a friend, $10.50 in points, $10.50 +tax in FREDFunds, $13.50 cash. A variety of brunch items.
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