2025 Family Weekend Schedule 

Friday, September 26, 2025

10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Registration and Check-In, McKinnon Hall, Moseley Student Center
Check in and grab your student’s schedule for Saturday morning’s Academic Connections, tickets for pre-registered events, Family Weekend t-shirts, pocket guides, and other useful information. Don’t forget to grab a “proud” Elon sticker!

12:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Driving Range Open Hours, Harden Clubhouse, South Campus
Enjoy the use of our driving range throughout the day. Range balls in small, medium, and large buckets can be purchased from the golf ball dispenser located on the front porch of Harden Clubhouse.

12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Elon Experiences+ Office Hours
Learn more about the Elon Experiences and other offices and hear about the exciting opportunities available to your students. Participating offices include:
Student Professional Development Center (First Floor of Moseley Center)
Kernodle Center for Civic Life (Moseley Center 232)
Undergraduate Research (Powell 108H)
Center for Leadership (Moseley Center 230)
Office of Student Involvement (Moseley Center 205)
Center for Race, Ethnicity, & Diversity Education (CREDE) (Moseley Center 221)
Student Government (Moseley Center 213)
Gender & LGBTQIA Center (Moseley Center 209)

12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Study Away Fair, Jordan Gym
Discover the world of possibilities for your student! Families and students can learn about global opportunities, connect with program representatives, and start planning their adventure abroad.

12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Muslim Life at Elon Lunch, Numen Lumen Pavilion 201 
Students and families are invited to join Muslim Life at Elon for a catered lunch. Connect with other Muslim families, Imam Shane Atkinson, Muslim faculty and staff, and student leaders from Elon Muslim Society.

1:00 p.m. – 1:45 p.m.
Phoenix Family Book Club, Global Commons 103
Engage in the campus conversation on this year’s Elon Common Reading book: First Gen, by Alejandra Campoverdi. Participants are encouraged to read the book prior to this event.

1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Family Weekend Jummah Prayer Service, Numen Lumen Pavilion 210
Jummah Prayers for students and families hosted by Muslim Life at Elon.

1:45 p.m. – 2:45 p.m.
Elon Campus Bike Tour (Pre-Registration Required)
Rain Location (if necessary): Event would be canceled
Join the Elon Outdoors staff for a bike ride tour of our beautiful campus. Space is extremely limited so advance registration is required. Bikes and helmets are provided. Meet at the ELOA Office (Room 106) in the Koury Athletic Center.

3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Fall Convocation with Katie Ledecky, Schar Center (Pre-Registration Required)
With 14 Olympic medals and 21 World Championship titles, Katie Ledecky has shattered records and set new standards of excellence in swimming. Ledecky’s journey began at the 2012 London Olympics, where at just 15 years old she became the youngest U.S. Olympian and won her first gold medal, signaling the start of a historic career.

Open and honest with her audience, she draws from experiences pushing past adversity on her journey to becoming an Olympic champion. She shares best practices for building strong support systems that spark high performance, improve communication, elevate morale, and energize teams and individuals as they work toward achieving their goals.

Tickets are $15 per person and are general admission. Students may use their Phoenix Card to request one complimentary ticket for themselves from the Center for the Arts Box Office or through the Elon Tickets website.

5:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m.
Loy Farm & EcoVillage Open House
Rain Location (if necessary): Event would be canceled
Loy Farm features a solar farm and the Elon Environmental Center, which includes the responsible design studio, forest classroom, and agricultural farm. Stop by to learn about the sustainability initiatives taking place at Loy Farm and try some hot peppers grown right on site! While entry into the EcoVillage houses is not permitted, guests are welcome to walk around the neighborhood. A student will also be available to answer questions about EcoVillage Living Learning Community, and there is signage near each house that highlights key sustainability features. Located at 2635 W. Front St. in Burlington, the farm is a short walk, bike ride or drive from main campus along the greenway path.

5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Downtown Burlington Bike Tour (Pre-Registration Required)
Rain Location (if necessary): Event would be canceled
Join the Elon Outdoors staff for a bike ride down the Greenway to downtown Burlington. The total mileage for the ride is approximately 9 miles. Space is extremely limited so advance registration is required. Bikes and helmets are provided. Meet at the ELOA Office (Room 106) in the Koury Athletic Center.

5:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Phoenix 4th Friday, Downtown Burlington
UPDATE: THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELED
Gather with the local community as we celebrate Elon University’s long-standing partnership with Alamance County. Local food trucks, games, and activities will be available, and come enjoy the live entertainment. Learn more on the Phoenix 4th Friday website. 

5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Dancing in the Landscape, Lambert Academic Village
Rain Location (if necessary): Koury Business Center, Room 101
Sponsored by the Department of Performing Arts, Dancing in the Landscape is a site-specific dance performance featuring original and experimental choreography by faculty, guest artists and students. Please join us for this production that explores and highlights beautiful places on Elon’s campus.

5:30 p.m. – 6:15 p.m.
Elon Wind Ensemble Concert, “The Natural World,” McCrary Theater
Through powerful and evocative works, “The Natural World” explores the beauty of wild places, wild things, and the urgent need to protect them. Featuring compositions by Rossana Galante, Viet Cuong, Stephen Lias, and Gala Flagello, this concert highlights the resilience and fragility of nature through music. This inspiring performance encourages reflection on our planet’s future.

6:00 p.m.
Sklut Hillel Center Shabbat Celebration, Sklut Hillel Center (Pre-Registration through Hillel Required)
Join at the Sklut Hillel Center as we welcome Shabbat together. We’ll gather under the new Hillel Pavilion in the backyard of the Sklut Hillel Center for remarks, Shabbat blessings, light refreshments, and the chance to schmooze and mingle. This celebration is open to all – bring your friends and family.

6:00 p.m.
Men’s Soccer Game, Rudd Field
PLEASE NOTE THE ADJUSTED GAME TIME
Be loud and help the Phoenix knock off the Campbell Camels!

7:30 p.m.
The Music Department Faculty Concert, Whitley Auditorium
Faculty artists invite Elon families and friends to a mixed program for voice, piano, percussion, wind, brass, and strings. This program has become a much-anticipated Family Weekend event since it began in 1999.

8:00 p.m.
SUBCinema, Turner Theatre, Schar Hall
Come and enjoy a screening of Monsters University in Turner Theatre! Popcorn, candy, and soda is available for family and friends.

8:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
Family Game Night, Moseley Student Center
Join us for some fun with Family Game Night! There will be chances to win at games like Bingo, as well as casino games like Blackjack, Roulette, Craps, Poker and more! Leave your money at home – you’ll be given chips to play with at the door and have a chance to win great prizes!

Saturday, September 27, 2025

7:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
Pickleball Open Hours, South Gym
Whether you’re a seasoned veteran or just want to try out the sport that everyone’s talking about, come play pickleball indoors, no matter the weather! Equipment is provided or you can bring your own paddle.

8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Check-in and Registration, McKinnon Hall, Moseley Student Center
Join us to check-in if you couldn’t make it on Friday. Pick up your t-shirt, campus maps, and pocket guides!

8:30 a.m. – 9:15 a.m.
Coffee with the President
UPDATE: Moved to Rain Location- Alumni Gym Concourse
Join Dr. Connie L. Book, university president, and other Elon families for coffee and a continental breakfast to kick start your Saturday.

9:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Driving Range Open Hours, Harden Clubhouse, South Campus
UPDATE: CANCELED DUE TO ANTICIPATED WEATHER
Enjoy the use of our driving range throughout the day. Range balls in small, medium, and large buckets can be purchased from the golf ball dispenser located on the front porch of Harden Clubhouse.

9:15 a.m. – 9:45 a.m.
University Update, Alumni Gym
Dr. Connie L. Book, university president, will welcome families and provide a university update.

10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Academic Connections 
Enjoy informal conversations with your student’s professors and learn more about classes at Elon. Professors will be available to discuss learning goals and objectives, major assignments, and general information about courses. Meeting locations are printed on your student’s guide that is available at check-in.

10:15 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
History of Elon, Great Hall, Global Commons
Based loosely on the book Transforming a College, this session will feature the recently retired Barry Bradberry ‘75, who served as Associate Dean of Admissions and Special Assistant to the President, and will recount Elon’s journey through the years and the stories that have shaped our institution and defined our traditions. Though this session is designed for grandparents, any Elon family member may attend! At the conclusion, golf cart transportation to the Elon Campus Story Tour will be provided.

10:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Oak Originals
UPDATE: Moved to Rain Location- Moseley Center 1st Floor
Come shop from some of Elon’s best student entrepreneurs. Oak Originals is an initiative that focuses on creative ventures with a community of students who have products and services to sell. It offers the opportunity for students to bring their ideas to market through pop-up stores like this one.

11:00 a.m. – 11:45 a.m.
For Grandparents: Elon Campus Story Tour, Elon Express bus stop at Inman Admissions Welcome Center (Pre-Registration Required)
Join us for a special campus bus tour just for grandparents. Get an insider’s view of the university and enjoy the beauty of the campus, which is a designated botanical garden and a member of the American Association of Botanical Gardens and Arboreta. Buses will depart from and return to the Elon Express bus stop at Inman Admissions Welcome Center and will make an additional stop at Schar Center for those who wish to join the Phoenix Fan Fest.

11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Phoenix Fan Fest, (Pre-Registration Required)
UPDATE: Moved to Rain Location- Schar Center Concourse
Get excited for the football game against Hampton at our Fan Fest! Enjoy a full lunch featuring North Carolina BBQ, lawn games, musical entertainment, caricature artists, photo booths, giveaways, and much more!

11:15 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Acorn Talks
Recipients of major teaching awards and other distinguished faculty and staff will teach these mini-classes. A full list of session topics, descriptions and locations are available here.

11:30 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.
Family Weekend Listening Session, Global Commons 103
On September 16, 2025, Elon University announced an intent to merge with Queens University of Charlotte, unifying the strengths and resources of both institutions to better serve students and the community for decades to come. Come hear more from Jim Piatt, Senior Vice President for Advancement and External Affairs, and ask questions about the merger, and provide your input which will help inform ongoing decisions.

12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Dancing in the Landscape
UPDATE: Moved to Rain Location- Koury Business Center, Room 101
A recording of a previous rehearsal will be shown
Sponsored by the Department of Performing Arts, Dancing in the Landscape is a site-specific dance performance featuring original and experimental choreography by faculty, guest artists and students. Please join us for this production that explores and highlights beautiful places on Elon’s campus.

2:00 p.m.
Football Game, Rhodes Stadium (Pre-Registration Required)
Cheer on the Phoenix as they take on a fellow CAA member, the Hampton Pirates. A link to purchase tickets directly from the Elon Athletics ticketing website will be sent in your confirmation email when you register for Family Weekend. Tickets are final sale; no returns or exchanges. Students may use their Phoenix Card for a complimentary ticket in the student section or General Admission areas.

6:30 p.m.
ROCKapella Show #1, Alumni Gym (Pre-Registration Required)
You and your family will be in for a treat as Elon’s acapella groups “rock the house!”

7:00 p.m.
Instant Laughter Improv Comedy Show #1, Yeager Recital Hall, Center for the Arts (Pre-Registration Required)
Elon’s comic improv troupe, Instant Laughter, takes the stage performing scenes and sketches based on audience suggestions.

8:00 p.m. and 10:30 p.m.
SUBCinema, Turner Theatre, Schar Hall
Come and enjoy a screening of Monsters University in Turner Theatre! Popcorn, candy, and soda is available for family and friends.

8:30 p.m.
ROCKapella Show #2, Alumni Gym (Pre-Registration Required)
You and your family will be in for a treat as Elon’s acapella groups “rock the house!”

8:30 p.m.
Instant Laughter Improv Comedy Show #2, Yeager Recital Hall, Center for the Arts (Pre-Registration Required)
Elon’s comic improv troupe, Instant Laughter, takes the stage performing scenes and sketches based on audience suggestions.

Sunday, September 28, 2025

We encourage you to use this day to spend time with your student! Enjoy a leisurely brunch in a dining hall, have your student take you on a campus tour of their favorite spots, use our campus recreation facilities, or simply catch up in your student’s neighborhood!

9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Family Hospitality Suite, Martin Alumni Center
Need to pick up your T-Shirt? Want more information about campus, programs, and events? Need a place to relax with a cup of coffee? Come visit the Office of Parent Engagement staff at our Hospitality Suite for anything you may need before you depart campus.

9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Pickleball Open Hours, South Gym
Whether you’re a seasoned veteran or just want to try out the sport that everyone’s talking about, come play pickleball indoors, no matter the weather! Equipment is provided or you can bring your own paddle.

10:00 a.m.
Family Weekend Protestant Worship and Brunch, Holt Chapel, South Campus
Protestant worship for students and families, followed by a light brunch.

10:00 a.m.
Catholic Mass, Alumni Gym
Elon Catholic Campus Ministry invites students and families to Mass.

11:00 a.m.
Catholic Campus Ministry Brunch, Koury West Lawn outside of Alumni Gym (Pre-Registration Required)
All students and families are invited to join Catholic Campus Ministry (CCM) for a catered brunch. Connect with other Catholic families along with Father Peter Tremblay, CCM staff, and student leaders.

11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Hillel Bagel Brunch, McKinnon Hall (Pre-Registration through Hillel Required)
Join us for bagels, shmear, remarks, and time to schmooze with fellow families. Be a part of this annual tradition and enjoy a fun, delicious way to close out Family Weekend.