Family Weekend 2026: September 18–20

Join us for Old Dominion University's Family Weekend, taking place Friday, September 18th – Sunday, September 20th, and enjoy an unforgettable weekend full of campus events, community connection, and Monarch spirit! 🦁

This special weekend offers a variety of activities designed for the whole family, from friendly competition at The Price is Right: ODU Edition, to taking a walk in the past at the Historic Freemason District Tour, to food, games, and fun at the Family Weekend Tailgate. Whether you're local or traveling in, it's the perfect opportunity to explore ODU through your student's eyes. We hope you'll take part in the excitement and experience all that ODU and Norfolk have to offer!

If you’d like to learn more about purchasing tickets for the Family Weekend Tailgate or ODU vs ECU football game click here.

🌟🏙️ Choose your adventure by signing up for the activities that interest your families.

Which Events Are You Joining Us For?

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Join us for a fun walk through campus to celebrate the spirited traditions that make ODU feel like home. You’ll visit iconic spots around campus and find out how Monarchs show their pride all year long.

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Join us for a fun walk through campus to celebrate the spirited traditions that make ODU feel like home. You’ll visit iconic spots around campus and find out how Monarchs show their pride all year long.

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Celebrate Family Weekend at Cozy on Campus: Monarch Fall Fair! Step into the season with festive fall treats, hands-on crafts, and cozy campus vibes.

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Come share in the warmth and hospitality of ODU’s intercultural community. Enjoy small bites inspired by many cultures, connect with student leaders and staff.

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Safety Awareness Game Day is a fun, interactive experience for the whole family! Stop by to test your skills at safety-themed games, participate in hands-on demonstrations, and learn valuable tips from ODU Police, Health Promotion, and Emergency Management. Be sure to meet K-9 Grover, one of ODU PD's four-legged officers, for a special meet-and-greet and photo opportunity!

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Celebrate Family Weekend at Cozy on Campus: Monarch Fall Fair! Step into the season with festive fall treats, hands-on crafts, and cozy campus vibes.

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Join the Norfolk Tour Company on the Historic Freemason Distric Tour. This neighborhood was the first to be rebuilt after the American revolution left he city completely destroyed in 1776.

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Take a journey through the stars during Family Weekend with a visit to the campus Planetarium! This immersive experience will transport you across the galaxy as you explore constellations, planets, and cosmic wonders in our state-of-the-art dome theater.

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Take a journey through the stars during Family Weekend with a visit to the campus Planetarium! This immersive experience will transport you across the galaxy as you explore constellations, planets, and cosmic wonders in our state-of-the-art dome theater.

If you have any questions, please email set@odu.edu