Friday, Oct. 6, 2023
6 a.m. - 8 p.m., Family Workout
Leach Recreation Center
118 Varsity Way
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Family members are welcome to workout with their student at the Leach Recreation Center which features cardio and strength training equipment, indoor pool & spa, basketball & racquetball courts, and an indoor track. Family members simply need to be with their student to enter the facility. Ages 18+ before 5 p.m., all ages after 5 p.m.
10 a.m. - 8 p.m., Paint-A-Pot
Student Union, Lower Level
75 N. Woodward Ave.
Askew Student Life Center
942 Learning Way
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The Student Union Art Center's Paint-A-Pot program is a popular pastime that anyone can enjoy. Choose from a variety of pre-made ceramic pieces starting at just $1. Paint your piece, return it to be fired and come back to pick it up. No pre-registration needed, stop in to one of our two locations and create something great today!
Paint-A-Pot pricing includes glaze, clear coat firing, unlimited paint time, and relaxing space for a fun experience for all ages and artistic abilities. Ask the staff for tips and tricks if you need a little extra inspiration, they’re always willing to help.
Noon - 9 p.m., Check in
Student Union, Mezzanine
75 N. Woodward Ave.
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Family Weekend registration.
Noon - 9 p.m., 5K Fun Run Check in
Student Union, 1st Floor
75 N. Woodward Ave.
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The Family Weekend 5K Fun Run is the best way to take in the beautiful sights and scenery of the Florida State University campus. Perfect for walkers and runners of all ages, skill levels, and abilities, each 5K participant will receive a cooling towel.
Before the tailgating begins, come start your day with fresh air and great exercise!
After the tabulation and verification of race results, plaques will be presented to the first, second, and third finishers in each Age Group.
Day of registration is welcomed but will not be able to win in the timed competition. Thank you for your participation and GOOD LUCK!
Noon - Midnight, Cosmic Bowling
Student Union, Lower Level
75 N. Woodward Ave.
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Free bowling for Family Weekend Experience ticket holders in the Student Union Bowling & Billiards.
1 - 3 p.m., Honors, Scholars, & Fellows Open House
Honors, Scholars, & Fellows building (HSF)
127 Honors Way
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The Honors, Scholars, and Fellows (HSF) House is having an Open House and you are invited! This event will take place throughout the building and is the perfect chance to learn about the programs and opportunities available to students at HSF. This event is free and does not require registration.
1 - 4 p.m., Food Truck Friday
The Rez: FSU’s Lakefront Park
3226 Flastacowo Road
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Enjoy an afternoon by the lake at the Rez: FSU’s Lakefront Park just 5 miles from the main campus near the Tallahassee Airport. Relax in the sun or the shade, play sand volleyball, or just stroll the park grounds. Plus, it’s Food Truck Friday with burgers and barbeque from Lovett Grill, free for all guests while the food lasts.
2 - 5 p.m., On Campus Families Welcome Reception
Azalea and Magnolia Courtyard
824 W. Jefferson St.
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Join University Housing in the courtyard between Azalea and Magnolia halls to kick off your family weekend fun! We will have free food, stickers, and photo opportunities. Come celebrate with us!
2 - 5 p.m., Living-Learning Communities Family Welcome
Azalea and Magnolia Courtyard
824 W. Jefferson St.
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Stop by the Living-Learning Communities (LLC) welcome table to learn more about LLCs and grab some fun prizes! Whether you lived in an LLC, have a family member who lives in an LLC, or just want to learn more, we’d love to see you!
2 - 6 p.m., Market Friday
Student Union, Legacy Walk
75 N. Woodward Ave.
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Browse vendor's wares on Legacy Walk.
2:30 - 4 p.m., College of Business Open House
Rovetta Business Annex (RBA) Breezeway
821 Academic Way
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Members of the Student Leadership Council will be welcoming visiting families of business students to the college. Stop by to learn more about the college and tour Rovetta. Guided walking tours will be offered in 15-minute increments starting at 2:30 p.m. For more information email engage@business.fsu.edu
3 - 6 p.m., Welcome Reception for Out-of-State Families
Student Union, Club Downunder
75 N. Woodward Ave., Lower Level
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A reception for families joining us from beyond Florida, celebrating the energy out-of-state students bring to our FSU community. Mingle with our out-of-state student ambassadors and other families. This event is free of charge and sponsored by the Division of Undergraduate Studies and the Noles Everywhere Ambassadors.
TBD, Postcards to Home
Student Union
75 N. Woodward Ave.
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For those students whose family couldn't come to Family Weekend please stop by to have your photo taken and write a message home on a Family Weekend postcard. We'll add postage and mail for you!
5 - 9 p.m., Family Reunion Dinner
Student Union, Ballrooms
75 N. Woodward Ave.
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5 - 9 p.m., Family Weekend Experience
Student Union Green
75 N. Woodward Ave.
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Join us for outdoor tailgate games, a beer garden, face painting, hat painting, and more, all on the union green.
6 p.m., Flying High Circus Show
Jack Haskin Circus Complex
269 Chieftan Way
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Join us under the big top for the one and only FSU "Flying High" Circus! The Family Weekend edition of the FSU Circus will be a 30-minute production featuring current FSU students performing dazzling displays of aerial acrobatics and flawless feats of daring.
6 p.m., Family Friendly Comedy Show with Lucas O’Neil
Moore Auditorium
127 Honors Way
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Lucas O’Neil is a writer and stand-up comedian based in Brooklyn, New York. His Featuring set debuted with Comedy Central in 2021. Previously, he was a staff writer for Bleacher Report’s Animated NBA Show, THE PORTAL.. Lucas has performed at some of the most prestigious comedy festivals in the country - Moontower, Laughing Skull, Limestone and Bridgetown Comedy Festivals - while opening for national headliners, such as Nick Thune, Phil Hanley and Kevin Nealon. Most recently, Lucas was the opening act for Trey Kennedy’s 68-city “Are Your For Real Tour” in 2021-22.
Doors open at 5 p.m.
7:30 p.m., Paddington II Movie Showing
Student Life Cinema, Askew Student Life Center
942 Learning Way
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Movie Showing
8 p.m., Family Friendly Comedy Show with Lucas O’Neil
Moore Auditorium
127 Honors Way
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Lucas O’Neil is a writer and stand-up comedian based in Brooklyn, New York. His Featuring set debuted with Comedy Central in 2021. Previously, he was a staff writer for Bleacher Report’s Animated NBA Show, THE PORTAL.. Lucas has performed at some of the most prestigious comedy festivals in the country - Moontower, Laughing Skull, Limestone and Bridgetown Comedy Festivals - while opening for national headliners, such as Nick Thune, Phil Hanley and Kevin Nealon. Most recently, Lucas was the opening act for Trey Kennedy’s 68-city “Are Your For Real Tour” in 2021-22.
Doors open at 7:20 p.m.
9 p.m., Flying High Circus Show
Jack Haskin Circus Complex
269 Chieftan Way
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Join us under the big top for the one and only FSU "Flying High" Circus! The Family Weekend edition of the FSU Circus will be a 30-minute production featuring current FSU students performing dazzling displays of aerial acrobatics and flawless feats of daring.
Midnight, Cocaine Bear Movie Showing
Student Life Cinema, Askew Student Life Center
942 Learning Way
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Movie Showing