Family Weekend
October 24-26, 2025
The Family Weekend 2025 app, powered by Guidebook, is now available! In your app store, download the Miami University Events app. Within the app, download the Family Weekend 2025 guide. In the app, you'll have access to schedules, visit and parking details, and more information about the weekend as a whole.
Schedule of Events
We're thrilled to welcome families to campus for Family Weekend 2025. You'll find plenty of opportunities to explore campus and spend time with your Miami student!
Download the Miami University Events app
The most detailed and up-to date Family Weekend schedule details can be found in the Miami University Events app. Within the app, download the Family Weekend 2025 guide to view schedules, visit and parking details, and more information about the weekend as a whole.
Recreation Center Open
- 6 a.m.-11 p.m.
- Rec Center
- Purchase your $6 daily recreation center pass at the pro shop (main entrance) with a photo ID.
Family Weekend Silent Auction
- Noon-3 p.m.
- Armstrong Student Center (across from Emporium)
- Join us for an exhilarating silent auction during Family Weekend, where you can bid on amazing items and experiences all while supporting student scholarships. Bid on the silent auction any time throughout the weekend through the digital platform; items will be on display at various locations and times throughout Family Weekend.
Download the Miami University Events app
The most detailed and up-to date Family Weekend schedule details can be found in the Miami University Events app. Within the app, download the Family Weekend 2025 guide to view schedules, visit and parking details, and more information about the weekend as a whole.
Recreation Center Open
- 6 a.m.-10 p.m.
- Rec Center
- Purchase your $6 daily recreation center pass at the pro shop (main entrance) with a photo ID.
Hefner Museum of Natural History Tours (drop-in)
- 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
- Richard and Carole Cocks Art Museum (RCCAM)
- Take your selfie with the Kodiak Bear, see animals from around the world, and learn about their connection to you and Ohio. Throughout the day, the Hefner Museum will host tours and museum director Steve Sullivan will be available to answer your questions about nature.
Department of Art Faculty and Alumni Exhibition
- 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
- Richard and Carole Cocks Art Museum (RCCAM)
- Featuring new work created since 2021, this quadrennial exhibition showcases work by current and emeriti faculty along with selected alumni. The self-guided exhibition celebrates and promotes the excellence of the Department of Art at Miami University over the years, and offers a unique opportunity to explore recent trends in art.
Friday Noon Skate
- 12:10-1:10 p.m.
- Goggin Ice Center
- Join us for a Friday noon skate! Admission is $5. Free skate rental is available.
Classic Movie Fridays: Halloween Edition!
- 12:30-3 p.m.
- The Western Center - Peabody Hall, Room 022
- Join the Western Center for Social Impact and Innovation for Classic Movie Fridays! This week's event features a double feature of The Mummy and Dracula!
Family Weekend Welcome Center
- 1-4 p.m.
- Armstrong Student Center - Atrium
- Ready to kick off your Family Weekend strong? Visit the Family Weekend Welcome Center to get information about your schedule for the weekend, get a family photo printed, explore the Miami University Student Foundation (MUSF) silent auction, and grab a sweet treat. While visiting the Welcome Center, pick up information about campus opportunities for students.
Family Weekend Silent Auction
- 1-4 p.m.
- Armstrong Student Center - Atrium
- Join us for an exhilarating silent auction during Family Weekend, where you can bid on amazing items and experiences all while supporting student scholarships. Bid on the silent auction any time throughout the weekend through the digital platform; items will be on display at various locations and times throughout Family Weekend.
Asian Cultural Fest
- 4-7 p.m.
- Uptown Parks
- Join the Asian American Association for our biggest event of the fall semester! Explore a variety of art from around Asian along with free food and performances. This is the perfect event for friends and family. All are welcome!
Family Weekend Shabbat Dinner at Hillel
- 5-7 p.m.
- Hillel at Miami University
- Join Hillel at Miami as we enjoy Shabbat together with our extended family! We invite parents, grandparents, siblings, and other family members to join us for a Shabbat dinner. Services are optional but offered. We can't wait to welcome you into our Hillel House! Email devras@MUHillel.org to RSVP.
Family Weekend Silent Auction
- 5-7 p.m.
- Armstrong Student Center - Fritz Pavilion
- Join us for an exhilarating silent auction during Family Weekend, where you can bid on amazing items and experiences all while supporting student scholarships. Bid on the silent auction any time throughout the weekend through the digital platform; items will be on display at various locations and times throughout Family Weekend.
Chamber Singers, Choraliers, and Taylor High School Choir Concert
- 7 p.m.
- Hall Auditorium
Shabbat Dinner at Chabad House
- 7-8:30 p.m.
- Chabad at Miami University
- Can you handle an elegant five-course dinner that excites the spirit, satisfies the soul, and stuffs The Living Daylights out of your stomach? Think about it... tonight's Shabbat; let's call it a date. At Chabad, it's love at first bite. Email chabad@MiamiOH.edu to RSVP.
Seth Meyers
- 8:30 p.m.
- Millett Hall
- Join us for the Family Weekend headline entertainment! Liven up your Family Weekend with Emmy Award-winning writer, New York Times bestselling author and host of NBC’s “Late Night with Seth Meyers”! Tickets are on sale and available through the Miami University Box Office. Want to park close to the event? Purchase your event parking pass
Download the Miami University Events app
The most detailed and up-to date Family Weekend schedule details can be found in the Miami University Events app. Within the app, download the Family Weekend 2025 guide to view schedules, visit and parking details, and more information about the weekend as a whole.
Recreation Center Open
- 8 a.m.-10 p.m.
- Rec Center
- Purchase your $6 daily recreation center pass at the pro shop (main entrance) with a photo ID.
Yoga in the Park
- 9-10 a.m.
- Uptown Parks
- Free Yoga in the Park! All ages are welcome! A limited number of yoga mats are available or you can always bring a towel.
Family Weekend Farmers Market
- 9 a.m.-noon
- Uptown Parks
- More than just produce, this Farmers' Market has baked goods, little sprout kids activities, and artisan wares. Every Saturday morning, May through November, Oxford Farmers Market Uptown hosts around 40 vendors, who share their gifts with our community. Make sure to stop by the Miami Activities and Programming table Uptown for a free giveaway!
The Myth of Ariadne from the Labyrinth to the Walls of Pompeii
- 10-11:30 a.m.
- Richard and Carole Cocks Art Museum (RCCAM)
- The Archaeological Institute of America- Dayton Society, Miami University Department of History, and the Richard and Carole Cocks Art Museum (RCCAM) at Miami University present the Archaeological Institute of America's Peter H. von Blanckenhagen Memorial Lecture by Dr. Lillian Joyce, Associate Professor of Art History at The University of Alabama in Huntsville.
Gameday Parking Opens
- 10:30 a.m.
- Gameday parking lots
- Cheer on your Miami RedHawk Football team as they battle with Lindenwood! For tickets and details visit MiamiRedHawks.com/tickets.
Myaamia Center Open House
- 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
- Bonham House
- Drop in to learn about the relationship between the Miami Tribe of Oklahoma and Miami University and the work of the Myaamia Center.
William Holmes McGuffey House and Museum Open
- 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
- William Holmes McGuffey House and Museum
- Visit the McGuffey House and Museum for docent-led tours! As a National Historic Landmark, we aim to collect, preserve, interpret, and exhibit materials relating to the life of William Holmes McGuffey, the McGuffey Eclectic Reader series, the history of Miami University, and 19th-century domestic life and architecture of southwest Ohio.
Open House at the Richard and Carole Cocks Art Museum
- Noon-5 p.m.
- Richard and Carole Cocks Art Museum (RCCAM)
- Featuring new work created since 2021, this quadrennial exhibition showcases work by current and emeriti faculty along with selected alumni. The exhibition celebrates and promotes the excellence of the Department of Art at Miami University over the years, and offers a unique opportunity to explore recent trends in art.
Art and Wellness at Miami University
- 2-4 p.m.
- Richard and Carole Cocks Art Museum (RCCAM)
- Join Art and Wellness at Miami University (AWMU) in getting creative and improving your personal wellness. This is a therapeutic art experience free to all Miami University students and their family members.
Family Weekend Skate
- 3:15-5:05 p.m.
- Goggin Ice Center
- Grab your family and hit the ice at Goggin Ice Center. Free admission with $3.50 skate rental. Non-skating family members can join the family from the sidelines for no charge... dress warmly.
Miami Football vs. Western Michigan
- 3:30 p.m.
- Yager Stadium
- Cheer on your Miami RedHawk Football team as they battle with Western Michigan! For tickets and details visit MiamiRedHawks.com.
Family Weekend Food Truck Fest
- 5-7 p.m.
- Academic Quad
Family Weekend Silent Auction
- 5-7 p.m.
- Slant Walk
- Join us for an exhilarating silent auction during Family Weekend, where you can bid on amazing items and experiences all while supporting student scholarships. Bid on the silent auction any time throughout the weekend through the digital platform; items will be on display at various locations and times throughout Family Weekend.
Library Games Night
- 5-10 p.m.
- King Library
- Join us on Saturday night for a special library games night during Family Weekend! Bring your friends and family or join a table when you get here — we have games for players of all interests and skill levels. We can’t wait to see you there! Questions? Email LibraryGameNights@MiamiOH.edu.
Family Weekend Silent Auction
- 7-9 p.m.
- Armstrong Student Center
- Join us for an exhilarating silent auction during Family Weekend, where you can bid on amazing items and experiences all while supporting student scholarships. Bid on the silent auction any time throughout the weekend through the digital platform; items will be on display at various locations and times throughout Family Weekend.
Make Your Own Miami Merch Night
- 7-9 p.m.
- Armstrong Student Center - Fritz Pavilion and Atrium
Zombie Skate
- 9:30-11 p.m.
- Goggin Ice Center
- Join us for a zombie themed moonlight skate. You must be 18+ to participate. Admission is free with a Miami ID and $9.25 for those without a Miami ID. Skate rental is available for $3.50.
Download the Miami University Events app
The most detailed and up-to date Family Weekend schedule details can be found in the Miami University Events app. Within the app, download the Family Weekend 2025 guide to view schedules, visit and parking details, and more information about the weekend as a whole.
Recreation Center Open
- 10 a.m.-10 p.m.
- Rec Center
- Purchase your $6 daily recreation center pass at the pro shop (main entrance) with a photo ID.
Halloween Skate
- 3:15-5:05 p.m.
- Goggin Ice Center
- Grab your friends and family and head to the Goggin Ice Center for the Halloween skate! Admission is $8. Free skate rental is available.
Family Weekend Football Game
Miami Football vs. Western Michigan
Saturday, October 25, 3:30 p.m. at Yager Stadium
Friends and Family Ticket Package
- 4 football game tickets
- 4 white Miami bucket hats
- Starting at $112 for the ticket package ($28/ticket; Sections 1, 2, 6, 7 or GA)
- Bench back seat upgrade: $132 for the ticket package ($33/ticket; Sections 3, 4, 5)
Ticket package minimum is four tickets; may purchase additional tickets at the per ticket package price.
For additional questions/assistance, call the Miami Athletic Ticket Office at 513-529-4295 (open M-F from 10 a.m.-5 p.m.).
Seth Myers
Seth Meyers is an Emmy Award-winning writer, New York Times bestselling author and host of NBC’s “Late Night with Seth Meyers” since 2014.
Meyers began his TV career with “Saturday Night Live” in 2001 where he was a cast member for 13 seasons. He served as head writer for nine seasons and “Weekend Update” anchor for eight. He has released two critically acclaimed stand-up specials to date, “Lobby Baby” (Netflix) and “Seth Meyers: Dad Man Walking” (HBO/Max.) In all, Meyers has garnered 33 Emmy nominations for his work in television.
In addition to his onscreen success, Meyers is a New York Times bestselling author, having published his first picture book, “I’m Not Scared, You’re Scared,” in 2022. He currently co-hosts two podcasts, “Family Trips with the Meyers Brothers,” alongside his brother Josh Meyers, and “The Lonely Island and Seth Meyers Podcast,” with Andy Samberg, Akiva Schaffer and Jorma Taccone.
Meyers performs stand-up to sold out crowds across the country and co-headlines a monthly residency with John Oliver at the Beacon Theatre in New York.
Seth Myers
8:30 p.m., Friday, Oct. 24, Millett Hall
Host of NBC’s “Late Night with Seth Meyers”
Presented by Miami Activities and Programming and Performing Arts Series.
Ticket Pricing
Floor seating: $70
First tier (Sections 7-19): $65
Upper tier (Sections 106-127): $55
Parental Advisory: Content may not be appropriate for all ages.
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.
