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Family Weekend

You’re invited! Every autumn, Indiana State hosts the families of our Sycamores for Family Weekend. It’s an enjoyable time when family members visit Terre Haute to reconnect with their students, explore our campus and community, and participate in fun events.

Join us September 18-20, 2026, for Family Weekend!  

Experience our Sycamore hospitality and see what it truly means to take root and rise together! Family Weekend invites you to connect – with your student, their friends, and our campus community. Join us in fun activities, explore life at Indiana State, and come together to cheer for Sycamore Football on Game Day! 

Family Weekend shows why Indiana State is your student’s home away from home. It’s where Sycamores are supported as they grow and learn. We look forward to welcoming your family to campus this fall!

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Registration Information

Family Weekend is open to all families and friends of Indiana State students, including those they have met on campus. Students will register their invited family members. A registration link will be sent to their Sycamore email addresses. Students should look for the subject line: “Family Weekend 2026.” 

Additional information available soon. Please check back!

Friday, September 18

Start TimeEnd TimeEvent NameLocationResponsible Unit(s)Description
9:00 a.m.5:00 p.m.BookstoreTBDBookstoreVisit the bookstore and shop for Indiana State merchandise.
TBDTBDSycamore Dining OpenSycamore Dining HallSodexoCome swipe in you and your family to enjoy a meal at Sycamore Dining Hall! If you do not have swipe meal plans, you can still pay to eat at the Sycamore Dining Hall.
8:00 a.m.4:30 p.m.Check-In & T-Shirt Shop Pick-UpJohn W. Moore Welcome CenterNew Student ProgramsCheck-in for Family Weekend at the John W. Moore Welcome Center and stop by our Family Weekend T-shirt station to purchase T-shirts and commemorate the time together! A QR code will also be available to purchase discounted tickets for the Sycamore Football game versus Valparaiso.
7:00 p.m.8:30 p.m.Comedian/Magician John CassidyDede IStudent Activities & OrganizationsFREE ADMISSION: Get ready for an unforgettable performance with John Cassidy, a world-renowned comedian, magician, and Guinness World Records® holder. Known for his incredible balloon-sculpting speed and engaging stage presence, Cassidy has appeared on "Late Night with Conan O'Brien," "The Today Show," "Live with Regis and Kelly," and more. A favorite among family, corporate, and collegiate audiences, he combines hilarious comedy, mind-blowing magic, and astonishing balloon artistry into a high-energy show that will have you laughing, cheering, and wondering, “How did he do that?” Don't miss this unique entertainment experience from a performer who has entertained audiences around the globe—including at the White House and aboard Disney Cruise Lines.
TBDTBDStudent Recreation CenterStudent Recreation CenterStudent Recreration CenterVisit the Student Recreation Center to purchase guest passes and enjoy the facilities. 

 

Saturday, September 19 

Start TimeEnd TimeEvent NameLocationResponsible Unit(s)Description
8:00 a.m.4:30 p.m.Check-In & T-Shirt Shop Pick-UpJohn W. Moore Welcome CenterNew Student ProgramsCheck-in for Family Weekend at the John W. Moore Welcome Center and stop by our Family Weekend T-shirt station to purchase T-shirts and commemorate the time together! A QR code will also be available to purchase discounted tickets for the Sycamore Football game versus Valparaiso.
TBDTBDSycamore Dining OpenSycamore Dining HallSodexoCome swipe in you and your family to enjoy a meal at Sycamore Dining Hall! If you do not have swipe meal plans, you can still pay to eat at the Sycamore Dining Hall.
9:00 a.m.11:00 a.m.Honors College Open HousePickerl HallHonors CollegePlease join the Honors College as they host an open house to celebrate Family Weekend! Stop by to say hello, grab some light refreshments, and meet fellow Honors families and faculty! 
10:00 a.m.12:00 p.m.Photo Booth & Craft ActivityTBDHulman Memorial Student UnionTBD
10:00 a.m.12:00 p.m.Student MarketSycamore Banquet CenterCareer CenterPlease visit the Sycamore Banquet Center in the Hulman Memorial Student Union to support our student businesses during our Student Market! They will have merchandise, crafts, and products to purchase and check out. 
11:00 a.m.1:00 p.m.JCPenney Suit-UpTBDCareer CenterTBD
11:00 a.m.1:00 p.m.Firetruck Photo OpJohn W. Moore Welcome CenterTerre Haute Fire DepartmentMeet our Terre Haute Fire Department and check out our awesome equipment and trucks for a wonderful photo op! 
TBDTBDOpen Pool HoursStudent Recreation CenterNew Student ProgramsBring your swimsuits and enjoy open access to our Student Recreation Center pool! Please follow the Student Recreation Center pool guidelines.
11:00 a.m.1:00 p.m.TBDTBDScott College of BusinessTBD
11:00 a.m.5:00 p.m.BookstoreTBDBookstoreVisit the bookstore to purchase Indiana State merchandise. 
1:00 p.m. Sycamore Football vs. Valparaiso GameIndiana State University Memorial StadiumIndiana State University AthleticsYou can purchase discounted tickets in advance or stop by the John W. Moore Welcome Center to scan our QR code. Go Sycamores!
1:00 p.m. The Forest Registration TableIndiana State University Memorial StadiumIndiana State University AthleticsThe Forest will be set up at the student entrance on Family Weekend. The Forest membership is open to all Indiana State students. For $5 to join, the student will receive a Forest T-shirt and a membership card. Membership includes priority seating at Men's Basketball games, multiple freebies throughout the year, and the ability to attend away Men's Basketball games.
7:30 p.m. The Two-Minute Dance FestivalDreiser TheaterDepartment of TheaterFREE ADMISSION: The Two-Minute Dance Festival is a one-night-only performance celebrating the power of brevity, creativity, and movement. Each dancer/dance group presents an original work no longer than two minutes, resulting in a fast-paced evening filled with bold ideas, fresh perspectives, and dynamic choreography. Join us for an engaging showcase where every second counts. 
7:00 p.m. Movie Night & Popcorn (Wonka, 2023)Sycamore Banquet CenterNew Student ProgramsFREE ADMISSION: Come watch a screening of Wonka (2023) and enjoy some popcorn! We will also have lemonade and water. Register ahead of time. Check-in will begin at 7:00 p.m., and we will start the movie around 7:15 p.m.
TBDTBDStudent Recreation CenterStudent Recreation CenterCampus RecreationVisit the Student Recreation Center to purchase guest passes and enjoy other facilities outside of the open pool hours listed in our schedule. 

 

Sunday, September 20 (Coming Soon)

Guests are responsible for coordinating meals, accommodations, and travel. Book your hotel stay at either the Hilton Garden Inn (812-234-8900) or Candlewood Suites (812-234-3400), located in downtown Terre Haute within walking distance of campus. You may receive a discount when you indicate that you are participating in Family Weekend. 

Purchase discounted tickets for the Sycamore Football vs. Valparaiso game!