Family Weekend 2026 Schedule

Registration will be at McGriff Alumni House, georgia avenue
This is your first stop when you arrive on campus! Pick up your name tag—your ticket to all Family Weekend events—and connect with other parents. You'll find water, restrooms, charging stations, and friendly staff on hand to answer any questions.

Registration Hours:
Thursday, Oct. 1, from 2-5 p.m.
Friday, Oct. 2, from 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Saturday, Oct. 3, from 8 a.m.- Noon 

Friday, October 2

8 a.m.–12 p.m. Have you ever wanted to sit in on a Sewanee class?
Parents are invited to join their student in select Friday morning classes, Oct. 2 only. Here is the list of available classes.

Fulford Hall

10 a.m.–4 p.m. Art Exhibit - Kristine Potter's Dark Waters.
University Art Gallery

1 p.m. Tour of Sewanee's Historic Black Cemetery 
Meet at Stirling's Coffee House

Fulford Hall

2–2:30 p.m. Anthropology Archeology Lab
Basement of Woods Lab
Faculty will be available to meet and greet families during this time.

2–3 p.m. Voice Studio: Guest Artist Masterclass
St. Luke's Chapel
Join the Sewanee Voice Studios as internationally recognized guest soprano Mary Hubbell works with Sewanee students in an open workshop.

2–3 p.m. STEM Open House
Spencer Hall Atrium
Join the science department and learn about different faculty research labs, student organizations and clubs, the herbarium and greenhouse, pre-health support and tutoring.

2–3:30 p.m. Faculty Open Office Hours
Here is a list of academic departments and individual faculty who are hosting open houses or office hours during this time.

2:30 p.m. Yoga Classes Conducted in Chinese
Language Resource Center (Gailor 225)
End your stressful week and start your weekend refreshed! You will effortlessly absorb the language as you follow along to a yoga video conducted in Chinese.  Mats will be provided. 

3–4 p.m. Office of Civic Engagement Meet & Greet
The Hatchett House, 43 Texas Ave.
Join the OCE for snacks and conversation about how Sewanee students engage with and serve communities. Learn about outreach trips, community engagement programs, dialogue facilitation, and service internships.

3–4:45 p.m. Legacy Reception
McGriff Alumni House
If your student is the child, grandchild, or sibling of a Sewanee alum, please stop by for appetizers and drinks. 

3:30 p.m. Yoga Classes Conducted in French
Language Resource Center (Gailor 225)
Gauche -droite -inspirez -expirez - that's all the French you need to enjoy yoga! End your stressful week and start your weekend refreshed! You will effortlessly absorb the language as you follow along to a yoga video conducted in French.  Mats will be provided. 

5 p.m. Vice-Chancellor's Welcome Address
All Saints' Chapel
Sewanee Family Weekend will officially kick off with a welcome address from Sewanee's 18th Vice-Chancellor, Dr. Robert W. Pearigen. In his remarks, he will share updates on the University's newest initiatives and reflect on the opportunities ahead for Sewanee and our students. As part of this gathering, we will recognize students recently inducted into the Order of the Gown. All students and families are encouraged to attend, and newly inducted students are invited to wear their academic gowns as part of this festive celebration.

5 p.m. Women's Soccer vs Rhodes College
Puett Field

5:30 p.m. All-Campus Family Supper 
University Quad
Join us for food, drinks, and live music. This is a signature Family Weekend event, and we encourage all students and families to attend. Don't miss this chance to connect with other families, celebrate, and kick off the weekend together!

5:30–7:30 p.m. Equestrian Team Banquet
Howell Equestrian Center
For family and friends of the equestrian teams.

7:30 p.m. Men's Soccer vs Rhodes College
Puett Field

Saturday, October 3

8 a.m. Family Weekend Fun Run 5k 
Starts at McGriff Alumni House

8–10 a.m. Sewanee Farmers Market
Hawkins Lane near Mountain Goat Trailhead

9–10 a.m. Opening Doors to Global Business
Carnegie 001
Join Myles Elledge, Director of the Babson Center for Global Commerce, for a brief presentation about business studies at Sewanee. Learn more about the business minor curriculum, the Babson Center's executive briefing events, student engagement opportunities, student business clubs, and the Carey Fellows business honors program. 

9–10:30 a.m. Sewanee History & Traditions Walking Tour
Meet in front of All Saints' Chapel
Explore Sewanee's rich history while hearing about beloved traditions, campus legends, and fun facts that bring the Mountain to life. Led by Professor Emeritus of Religion, Dr. Gerald L. Smith, P'15.

9–11 a.m. Sewanee Flying Tigers Open House
Sewanee—Franklin County Airport, 262 Airport Rd.
Come enjoy coffee and pastries, see the airplane, fly the simulator, and chat aviation.  All are welcome!

9 a.m.–4 p.m. Arts & Crafts Fair
Shoup Park near Elliott Hall

9 a.m. Cross Country Meet | Mountain Goat Invitational
Mountain Goat Course (located next to the water tower)

10 a.m.–Noon Greenhouse Brunch
The Chaplain's House, between Phi and Johnson

10 a.m.– Noon Swim & Dive Team Brunch
Fowler Center Patio
For family and friends of the swim and dive teams

10 a.m. (setup)–1 p.m. Pre-game Tailgate
Practice Football Field
Reserved tailgate spots may be set up starting at 10 a.m.; tailgating runs from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.

10 a.m.–4 p.m. Art Exhibit - Kristine Potter's Dark Waters.
University Art Gallery

10:30 a.m.–Noon Babson Center Family Weekend Reception
Main Quad (Rain Location: Gray Terrace behind Biehl Commons)

11 a.m. Field Hockey vs Centre College
Puett Field

11 a.m.–1 p.m. Shakerag Hollow Hike
Meet at Green's View

11 a.m.–1 p.m. New Family Mixer
Javelin Court at the tailgate area

1 p.m. Sewanee Football vs. Southwestern University
McGee Field at Harris Stadium

1–3 p.m. Mahjong
McClurg Balcony
Join Jennifer Engel, P'27, instructor and guest experience lead at Heron House Mahjong in Charlotte, for a fun afternoon of American-style mahjong! This session is a great fit for anyone who knows the basics and wants to play.

5 p.m. Guild of Change Ringers Open House
Breslin Tower (Convocation Hall)
Take a tour of Breslin Tower to see the University Clock and the Bentley Change Ringing Bells in action. 

Sunday, October 4

8 a.m. Holy Eucharist
All Saints' Chapel

9:30 a.m–10:30 a.m. Clergy Family Coffee
Convocation Hall
A casual Sunday morning gathering for clergy parents and their Sewanee PKs to connect over coffee.

11 a.m. University Service (Eucharist with Choir)
All Saints' Chapel

11 a.m. Women's Soccer vs Millsaps College
Puett Field

1:30 p.m. Men's Soccer vs. Millsaps College
Puett Field

5 p.m. Catholic Mass 
Chapel of the Apostles

6:30 p.m. Growing in Grace Worship Service
All Saints' Chapel

Events Around Campus
  • Bookstore Pop-up - Friday, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. at McGriff Alumni House Lawn
  • Information sessions and campus tours for prospective students are available through the Admissions Office.