October 24th - 26th
2025
Residential & Hospitality Services
Weingarten Center
Registration Now Open!
We look forward to welcoming you to campus for Family Weekend 2025 which will take place October 24th through the 26th, 2025! Though general registration is not required, we highly recommend completing the form in order to receive pre-arrival communication from our office which will begin to be sent out two weeks in advance. The general registration form will be available through Wednesday, October 22nd.
As you begin making plans for the weekend, please make sure to spend some time reviewing the schedule of events below. Please note that some events may require an additional registration or ticket to attend. This schedule will be updated through the week of, so please check back periodically in case there are any changes or cancellations.
Helpful Links for the Weekend
Tentative Schedule of Events and Workshops:
Click the drop down next to each event to see an overview of sessions and more information about each event! Check back often as this page is frequently updated in the event of any cancellations or changes.
Thursday, October 23rd, 2025
Institute of Contemporary Art (ICA) is Penn’s home for daring contemporary art from around the world. Visit ICA during Family Weekend 2025 and immerse yourself in ICA’s Summer/Fall 2025 exhibitions: Mavis Pusey: Mobile Images and Entryways: Xenobia Bailey. Admission is free! Read more about the current exhibitions HERE
Location: Institute of Contemporary Art, 118 S. 36th Street
Time: 12:00noon – 6:00pm
Contact: hello@ica.upenn.edu
Friday, October 24th, 2025
Family Weekend attendees will receive complimentary access to Pottruck Health & Fitness Center as well as Fox Fitness Center. All guests will have to sign a waiver and anyone under the age of 18, will need a signed waiver from a parent/guardian as well as be accompanied by them at all times. Waivers will be on site and need to be signed each time of entry.
Location: Pottruck Health & Fitness Center, 3701 Walnut Street
Time: 6:00am – 10:00pm
Contact: dria-pennrec@dria.upenn.edu
Visit Penn Student Agencies pop up tables on Locust and William’s Cafe in Houston! We’ll be selling Penn Mom & Dad t-shirts as well as other merchandise.
Location: Houston Hall, 3417 Spruce Street, William’s Cafe
Time: 9:00am – 5:00pm
Contact: marketing@pennstudentagencies.com
Stop by the Houston Hall Lobby to ask any questions about the weekend, pick-up a Proud Penn Parent pin, and enjoy complimentary light refreshments and purchase merchandise thanks to Penn Student Agencies.
Location: Houston Hall, 3417 Spruce Street
Time: 10:00am – 6:00pm
Browse and shop for crafts and gifts from local artists and vendors. Located on Locust Walk between 36th and 37th streets.
Time: 10:00am – 5:00pm
The Weingarten Center and Wellness at Penn will co-present strategies and resources for managing academic stress, incorporating self-care into students’ busy schedules, and studying more efficiently and effectively to allow for more balanced and sustainable habits and routines. We invite students and their families to attend this interactive session in the beautiful Multipurpose Room in Gutmann College House.
Location: Gutmann College House, 211 S 40th Street, Multipurpose Room
Time: 10:00am – 11:30am
Contact: marmill@upenn.edu
Please note, this event is open to all and can be attended in person or virtually.
Join us for Eat. Sleep. Penn. to hear from the Directors of Dining and Housing, learn how we support students where they live and eat, and take the opportunity to ask questions.
Location: Houston Hall, 3417 Spruce St, Ben Franklin Room
Time: 11:00am – 12:00noon
Contact: living@upenn.edu
Institute of Contemporary Art (ICA) is Penn’s home for daring contemporary art from around the world. Visit ICA during Family Weekend 2025 and immerse yourself in ICA’s Summer/Fall 2025 exhibitions: Mavis Pusey: Mobile Images and Entryways: Xenobia Bailey. Admission is free! Read more about the current exhibitions HERE
Location: Institute of Contemporary Art, 118 S. 36th Street
Time: 12:00noon – 6:00pm
Contact: hello@ica.upenn.edu
Learn how Penn students enhance their career potential, earn academic credit, and deepen their understanding of the world on short- and long-term programs abroad. Penn Abroad will be joined by past program participants to share information and answer questions regarding semester and academic year programs, the Global Research & Internship Program, and Penn Global Seminars. Presentations will be at 1:00pm and again at 2:00pm.
Location: Perry World House, 3803 Locust Walk
Time: 1:00pm – 2:00pm
Contact: goabroad@upenn.edu
This pop-up exhibit showcases rare and archival materials that reflect how people have understood their health, well-being, and medical knowledge through the medium of bookmaking. Join us to view one-of-a-kind books and art at the exhibit, get book recommendations for your to-read list, explore books for young readers, access information from Penn Wellness, and make-your-own zine! Thank you to the Trustees Council of Penn Women for sponsoring this event, and to our partners at Penn Wellness, the Penn Women’s Center, and GSWS/FQT.
Location: Van Pelt-Dietrich Library Center, 3420 Walnut Street, 6th Floor
Time: 1:00pm – 4:00pm
Contact: kislak@upenn.edu, 215-898-7088
Please note, registration for this event is not required. However, if you would like to do so, you may below.
Hosted by the Muslim Students Association at Penn
Location: The ARCH, 3601 Locust Walk, Rm 208
Time: 1:00pm and 2:00pm
Contact: board@pennmsa.com
Learn how Penn students enhance their career potential, earn academic credit, and deepen their understanding of the world on short- and long-term programs abroad. Penn Abroad will be joined by past program participants to share information and answer questions regarding semester and academic year programs, the Global Research & Internship Program, and Penn Global Seminars. Presentations will be at 1:00pm and again at 2:00pm.
Location: Perry World House, 3803 Locust Walk
Time: 2:00pm – 3:00pm
Contact: goabroad@upenn.edu
Stop by to meet the career and pre-graduate/professional school advisors from Career Services. A presentation beginning at 2:15 will help you learn about the services the office provides, the “First Destinations” for our most recent graduating class, and how you can connect with Penn students if you have internship or post-graduate opportunities available with your employer. There will be plenty of time afterwards to chat with the individual advisors and get your questions answered.
Location: Career Services, 3935 Walnut Street, 2nd Floor
Time: 2:00pm – 3:00pm
Contact: careerservices@vpul.upenn.edu
Vice Dean Catherine Lamberton, PhD welcomes Michael Platt, PhD, Director, the Wharton Neuroscience Initiative; James S. Riepe University Professor, Professor of Marketing, The Wharton School; Professor of Psychology, Professor of Neuroscience, University of Pennsylvania, to discuss his book The Leader’s Brain and how his latest findings on the neural bases of cognitive behavior fit into the Wharton student’s experience. Afterwards, select Wharton students will share their perspective on the connection between neuroscience and business. Copies of Dr. Platt’s book The Leader’s Brain will be provided while supplies last.
Location: Jon M. Huntsman Hall, 3730 Walnut Street, Room G06
Time: 2:30pm – 3:20pm
Contact: undergradinfo@wharton.upenn.edu
This event is open to all Penn families.
This family weekend event will include an update from the President and an engaging panel discussion with current students about the undergraduate experience at Penn.
Location: Irvine Auditorium, 3401 Spruce Street, Main Hall
Time: 4:00pm – 5:00pm
Contact: darproudparents@dev.upenn.edu or 215-746-4646
Registration is required and registration confirmation and ID will need to be presented for entry. No bags will be permitted Inside Irvine Auditorium. Please click on the link below for additional information and registration.
Register HERE for the Inside View
This event is open to all Penn Families
Pre-Dinner Kiddush Reception 5:30pm-6:30pm
Shabbat Dinner 7pm
Location: Chabad House at Penn, 4032 Spruce Street
Contact: 215-746-6115
There is no charge to participate, but please RSVP
Please join us at Penn Hillel for Shabbat Services and dinner. To reserve a space at dinner please call 215-898-7391 or email lcarrington@pennhillel.org
Location: Penn Hillel 215 S 39th Street
Time: 5:50pm for Services 7:00pm for dinner – 9:00pm
Contact: 215-898-7391 or lcarrington@pennhillel.org
Please note, this even is intended for Jewish families and anyone else interested and requires additional registration.
Hosted by the Hindu & Jain Association at Penn
Location: Houston Hall, 3417 Spruce Street, Hall of Flags
Time: 8:00pm
Contact: pennhja@gmail.com
Saturday, October 25th, 2025
Family Weekend attendees will receive complimentary access to Pottruck Health & Fitness Center as well as Fox Fitness Center. All guests will have to sign a waiver and anyone under the age of 18, will need a signed waiver from a parent/guardian as well as be accompanied by them at all times. Waivers will be on site and need to be signed each time of entry.
Location: Pottruck Health & Fitness Center, 3701 Walnut Street
Time: 6:00am – 10:00pm
Contact: dria-pennrec@dria.upenn.edu
Visit Penn Student Agencies pop up tables on Locust and William’s Cafe in Houston! We’ll be selling Penn Mom & Dad t-shirts as well as other merchandise.
Location: Houston Hall, 3417 Spruce Street, William’s Cafe
Time: 9:00am – 5:00pm
Contact: marketing@pennstudentagencies.com
Please join us for Shabbat Services
Location: Penn Hillel, 215 S 39th Street
Time: 9:00am – 10:00am
Contact: 215-898-7391 or lcarrington@pennhillel.org
Browse and shop for crafts and gifts from local artists and vendors. Located on Locust Walk between 36th and 37th streets.
Time: 10:00am – 5:00pm
All are welcome for Kiddush (snacks) following Shabbat services.
Location: Penn Hillel, 215 S 39th Street, Lobby
Time: 11:00am – 12:30
Contact: 215-898-7391 or lcarrington@pennhillel.org
Institute of Contemporary Art (ICA) is Penn’s home for daring contemporary art from around the world. Visit ICA during Family Weekend 2025 and immerse yourself in ICA’s Summer/Fall 2025 exhibitions: Mavis Pusey: Mobile Images and Entryways: Xenobia Bailey. Admission is free! Read more about the current exhibitions HERE
Location: Institute of Contemporary Art, 118 S. 36th Street
Time: 12:00noon – 6:00pm
Contact: hello@ica.upenn.edu
9:30am | Light Breakfast | The College
Join us for pastries and coffee before the programming begins.
Location: Houston Hall, 3417 Spruce Street, Outside of Bodek Lounge
Time: 9:30am – 10:00am
Contact: college@sas.upenn.edu
Please note, this event is intended for College of Arts & Sciences Families and additional registration is required
10:00am | Welcome Remarks and Panel Discussion | The College
Dean of the College, Peter Struck, will welcome families to the College of Arts & Sciences and host a conversation with staff and students about the value and impact of a liberal arts education
Location: Houston Hall, 3417 Spruce Street, Bodek Lounge
Time: 10:00am – 11:00am
Contact: college@sas.upenn.edu
Please note, this event is intended for College of Arts & Sciences Families and additional registration is required
11:00am | You’re Majoring in What?! | The College
A broad foundation in the arts and sciences prepares students best for the wide-ranging career challenges they’ll face after Penn. Come hear successful College alumni discuss the impact of their choice of majors on their diverse career paths in this conversation moderated by Career Services.
Location: Houston Hall, 3417 Spruce St, Bodek Lounge
Time: 11:00am – 11:45am
Contact: college@sas.upenn.edu
Please note, this event is intended for College of Arts & Sciences Families and additional registration is required
12:00pm | Undergraduate Research Posters/Snack/Advisor Chats | The College
Join the Dean and staff of the College of Arts & Sciences for an opportunity to chat with students about their research. Come meet the College Advising Team for group conversations and learn how the College supports your students’ educational goals and helps connect them to campus resources.
Location: Houston Hall, 3417 Spruce Street, Hall of Flags
Time: 12:00pm – 1:00pm
Contact: college@sas.upenn.edu
Please note, this event is intended for College of Arts & Sciences Families and additional registration is required
1:00pm | Communicating with Confidence | The College
The ability to express oneself clearly and effectively is essential to success in any field and is a hallmark of civic engagement. The College provides CWiC undergraduate advisors who conduct one-on-one coaching sessions with students and facilitate workshops. During this session, advisors will provide a sample of a CWiC workshop. CWiC is a Weigle Information Commons Program Partner. See more about CWiC.
Location: Houston Hall, 3417 Spruce Street, Bodek Lounge
Time: 1:00pm – 2:00pm
Contact: college@sas.upenn.edu
Please note, this event is intended for College of Arts & Sciences Families and additional registration is required
9:00am | Penn Engineering Family Weekend Breakfast | Engineering
Enjoy breakfast with fellow families and students.
Location: Levine Lobby, Levine Hall, 3330 Walnut Street (Please enter on the 34th Street side of the building)
Time: 9:00am – 10:00am
Contact: academic-services@seas.upenn.edu or 215-898-7246
Please note, this event is intended for current SEAS families.
10:00am | A Talk with the Deans | Engineering
Join Dean Vijay Kumar and Associate Dean for Undergraduate Education Robert Ghrist for a conversation about the latest updates from Penn Engineering.
Location: Wu & Chen Auditorium, Levine Hall, 3330 Walnut Street (Please enter on the 34th Street side of the building)
Time: 10:00am – 11:00am
Contact: academic-services@seas.upenn.edu or 215-898-7246
Please note, this event is intended for current SEAS families.
Watch the Livestream of this event HERE
11:00am | Student Panel | Engineering
Career Services will moderate a panel of engineering students who have experienced a wide range of internships.
Location: Wu & Chen Auditorium, Levine Hall, 3330 Walnut Street (Please enter on the 34th Street side of the building)
Time: 11:00am – 12:00noon
Contact: academic-services@seas.upenn.edu or 215-898-7246
Please note, this event is intended for current SEAS families.
9:00am | Registration & Light Breakfast | School of Nursing
Kick off the day with check-in and a light breakfast.
Location: Claire M. Fagin Hall, 418 Curie Blvd, Lobby
Time: 9:00am – 10:00am
Contact: advisor@nursing.upenn.edu
Please note, this event is intended for School of Nursing Families. Additional Registration Required.
10:00am | Dean’s Welcome | School of Nursing
Welcome remarks from Penn Nursing leadership.
Speakers:
- Antonia M. Villarruel, PhD, RN, FAAN – Margaret Bond Simon Dean of Nursing
- Julie Sochalski, PhD, RN, FAAN – Associate Dean for Academic Programs
- Christina Costanza, PhD – Assistant Dean for Admissions and Academic Affairs
Location: Claire M. Fagin Hall, 418 Curie Blvd, Ann L. Roy Auditorium
Time: 10:00am – 10:30am
Contact: advisor@nursing.upenn.edu
Please note, this event is intended for School of Nursing Families. Additional Registration Required.
10:30am | Faculty Research Spotlight | School of Nursing
Presentation on nursing research and scholarship.
Speaker: Amanda Bettencourt, PhD, APRN, CCRN-K, ACCNS-P – Assistant Professor
Location: Claire M. Fagin Hall, 418 Curie Blvd, Ann L. Roy Auditorium
Time: 10:30am – 10:55am
Contact: advisor@nursing.upenn.edu
Please note, this event is intended for School of Nursing Families. Additional Registration Required.
10:55am | Break | School of Nursing
Take a short break before the next session.
Location: Claire M. Fagin Hall, 418 Curie Blvd
Time: 10:55am – 11:10am
11:10am | Global Engagement in Nursing | School of Nursing
Learn about Penn Nursing’s international initiatives.
Speaker: Beste Erel Windes, Ed.D, MBA – Executive Director of Global Health Initiatives
Location: Claire M. Fagin Hall, 418 Curie Blvd, Ann L. Roy Auditorium
Time: 11:10am – 11:40am
Contact: advisor@nursing.upenn.edu
Please note, this event is intended for School of Nursing Families. Additional Registration Required.
11:40am | Penn Nursing Parent Panel | School of Nursing
Hear from Penn Nursing parents, moderated by Marianne Smith, Associate Director of Admissions. Followed by a celebration of Penn Traditions!
Location: Claire M. Fagin Hall, 418 Curie Blvd, Ann L. Roy Auditorium
Time: 11:40am – 12:10pm
Contact: advisor@nursing.upenn.edu
Please note, this event is intended for School of Nursing Families. Additional Registration Required.
12:10pm – 1:10pm | Penn Nursing Family Weekend Lunch | School of Nursing
Enjoy lunch and connect with the Penn Nursing community.
Location: Claire M. Fagin Hall, 418 Curie Blvd, Carol Elizabeth Ware Lobby & Mezzanine
Time: 12:10pm – 1:10pm
Contact: advisor@nursing.upenn.edu
Please note, this event is intended for School of Nursing Families. Additional Registration Required.
12:10pm – 1:30pm | Student Organization Showcase | School of Nursing
Meet student leaders and explore Penn Nursing organizations.
Location: Claire M. Fagin Hall, 418 Curie Blvd, Café
Time: 12:10pm – 1:30pm
Contact: advisor@nursing.upenn.edu
Please note, this event is intended for School of Nursing Families. Additional Registration Required.
9:00am | Vice Dean Welcome & Undergraduate Student Panel | Wharton School
Vice Dean Cait Lamberton will welcome Wharton families to campus on behalf of the Undergraduate Division and lead a discussion with Wharton students on their exploration and experiences.
This program will begin at 9:15. Please enter Huntsman Hall from Walnut Street.
Location: Jon M. Huntsman Hall, 3730 Walnut Street, Room G06
Time: 9:15am – 9:45am
9:45am | Academic Advising Overview | Wharton School
Join Dr. Monica Jacobe, Director of Academic Advising, for an overview of Wharton’s approach to advising, the academic opportunities and richness of a Wharton education, and how families can support their students’ academics
Location: Jon M. Huntsman Hall, 3730 Walnut Street, Room G06
Time: 9:45am – 10:30am
10:30am | Wharton Undergraduate Resource Information Fair | Wharton School
Discover how students can expand their education beyond the classroom by connecting with various programs and resources available. Representatives from Career Services, Lippincott Library, Research & Scholars Programs, and more will be on hand to answer questions.
Light refreshments will be available in the Baker Forum during the Information Fair.
Location: Jon M. Huntsman Hall, 3730 Walnut Street, Baker Forum
Time: 10:30am – 11:30am
Contact: undergradinfo@wharton.upenn.edu
Please note, these events are intended for Wharton Families
Hosted by Penn’s Performing Arts Council (PAC), Family Performing Arts Night (or FamPAN) serves up a sampling of performances from some of Penn’s 60+ student-run performing arts clubs. Join us to watch family and friends take the stage for this favorite annual showcase of music and dance, spoken word and theatre, bands and comedy – all in one! The showcase takes place in Penn’s iconic Irvine Auditorium.
Please note, tickets are required. Tickets will be available pre-sale and at the door.
Location: Irvine Auditorium, 3401 Spruce Street, Main Hall
Time: 7:30pm – 9:00pm
Contact: platthouse@pobox.upenn.edu
Sunday, October 26th, 2025
Family Weekend attendees will receive complimentary access to Pottruck Health & Fitness Center as well as Fox Fitness Center. All guests will have to sign a waiver and anyone under the age of 18, will need a signed waiver from a parent/guardian as well as be accompanied by them at all times. Waivers will be on site and need to be signed each time of entry.
Location: Pottruck Health & Fitness Center, 3701 Walnut Street
Time: 6:00am – 10:00pm
Contact: dria-pennrec@dria.upenn.edu
Visit Penn Student Agencies pop up tables on Locust and William’s Cafe in Houston! We’ll be selling Penn Mom & Dad t-shirts as well as other merchandise.
Location: Houston Hall, 3417 Spruce Street, William’s Cafe
Time: 9:00am – 5:00pm
Contact: marketing@pennstudentagencies.com
Penn Parents and Family Members! You’re invited to our annual Family Weekend Breakfast here at the Newman Center after the 9am Mass in our Church Hall. Our students and campus ministers are excited to share the joy of our community with all of you!
Location: Newman Center, 3728 Chestnut Street
Time: 9:00am – 11:30am
Contact: abishop@saintsaj.org
Browse and shop for crafts and gifts from local artists and vendors. Located on Locust Walk between 36th and 37th streets.
Time: 10:00am – 5:00pm
Join us for a delicious Bagel Brunch. Hear from Penn Hillel Director, Rabbi Gabe Greenberg and student leaders about Jewish life on campus.
Location: Penn Hillel, 215 S 39th Street
Time: 11:00am – 12:30pm
Contact: 215-898-7391
Please note, this event is intended for Jewish families and requires an additional registration.
Institute of Contemporary Art (ICA) is Penn’s home for daring contemporary art from around the world. Visit ICA during Family Weekend 2025 and immerse yourself in ICA’s Summer/Fall 2025 exhibitions: Mavis Pusey: Mobile Images and Entryways: Xenobia Bailey. Admission is free! Read more about the current exhibitions HERE
Location: Institute of Contemporary Art, 118 S. 36th Street
Time: 12:00noon – 6:00pm
Contact: hello@ica.upenn.edu