Family Weekend

While specific schedules vary each year, families can expect a fun and welcoming atmosphere filled with opportunities to connect, explore, and celebrate life at SUNY Oneonta.

During Family Weekend in the fall, you might enjoy things like campus performances, family-friendly games, open houses, and seasonal activities that highlight Red Dragon spirit.

In the spring, Family Spring Fling brings a fresh energy to campus with possibilities like live music, outdoor recreation, interactive workshops, and a chance to experience the beauty of campus in bloom.

Both weekends offer a great mix of entertainment, connection, and campus pride, perfect for making lasting memories with your student! 

Family Weekend and Spring Fling are special opportunities for families to reconnect with their students, experience campus life firsthand, and feel part of the Red Dragon community. These weekends offer a relaxed and festive atmosphere where you can explore campus, meet faculty and staff, and enjoy a wide variety of activities designed for all ages.

Yes, registration is required for both Family Weekend and Spring Fling to help us plan for space, food, and event capacities. Family Weekend 2025 registration opens on August 25. Spring Fling registration details will be announced closer to the spring semester.

Registering ahead of time ensures your family receives important event updates, access to featured activities, and a smooth check-in experience.

Forgot to register or bringing more guests than expected? No worries! We offer on-site registration during our designated check-in times, so you and your family can still participate and enjoy the weekend.

There is no general fee to attend Family Weekend or Spring Fling, most events are free and open to registered families!

However, some activities may require a ticket or small fee, such as special meals, performances, or other listed events. All optional costs will be clearly listed during registration so you can plan ahead.

Our goal is to keep these weekends welcoming, affordable, and fun for all families!

All campus parking lots will be open to families during Family Weekend and Spring Fling, no parking pass is required. Feel free to park in any available lot when you arrive. We’ll have signage and staff on hand to assist with directions if needed.

To make getting around easy and comfortable, we’ll have golf carts stationed at Hunt Union throughout the weekends. If you need a ride, simply ask one of our friendly volunteers or designated staff members, they’ll be happy to shuttle you to different locations on campus.

Families can enjoy dining at several campus locations, including Wilsbach Dining Hall, Mills Dining Hall, Starbucks, and our other campus cafes when they are open. Keep an eye on the event schedule for special meal events and dining promotions during the weekends!