Past Events

Lewis Honors College Family Advisory Council Open House

Sep 24, 2022, 12:00 – 2:00 PM

Honors students and their families are invited to our Lewis Honors College open house. Meet other Lewis families, current Honors student ambassadors, Dean Brady, Associate Dean James, Assistant Dean Foster, and other Lewis faculty and staff. Light refreshments provided!

Tent Party: Bluegrass Biscuit Bash

Sep 24, 2022, 9:30 – 11:30 AM

Start your game day off right at our outdoor Tent Party: Bluegrass Biscuit Bash! Enjoy a delicious biscuit breakfast bar, music, inflatables, kettle corn, games, giveaways, and more! There will be something for Wildcat fans of all ages! This is the only place to get the official Family Weekend 2022 t-shirt! Gluten-free options will be available. Family Weekend registration and wristbands required. No on-site ticket sales.

Alumni Gym Open to Families

Sep 24, 2022, 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM

The historic Alumni Gym, located adjacent to the Gatton Student Center on Avenue of Champions, is a state-of-the-art fitness center designed to provide choices and opportunities for healthy living. The appealing‚ open environment encourages participation and development of a healthy lifestyle. It is a great place to gather‚ make new friends‚ and take a positive step towards lifelong health and fitness habits. Families are invited to work out with their students (valid UK student ID required; guests must be at least 14 years old and show a photo ID).

Johnson Student Recreation Center Open to Families

Sep 24, 2022, 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Families are welcome to tour UK’s state-of-the-art recreation facility, which features a climbing wall, multi-purpose gymnasium, four-lane elevated jogging track, aerobics studios, racquetball courts, and more. Families are invited to work out with their students (valid UK student ID required; guests must be at least 14 years old and show a photo ID).

Movie on Main: Lightyear

Sep 23, 2022, 9:00 – 11:00 PM

Experience a night under the stars at the Family Weekend outdoor movie, Lightyear, co-sponsored by Student Organizations and Activities and the Parent and Family Association. Kona Ice provided. Limited chairs and picnic blankets will be provided for ground seating. If you would prefer to bring your own chairs, you are welcome to set them up behind the blankets. Free for all students and guests. Family Weekend registration NOT required to attend.

ThinkFast Trivia

Sep 23, 2022, 8:00 – 9:00 PM

Join in with your family and friends for this interactive trivia competition to win cash prizes and UK swag! Limited seating and number of teams available; first-come, first-served. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. Family Weekend registration and wristbands required. Register for Family Weekend at go.uky.edu/FWRegistration.

Circus Club Demonstration

Sep 23, 2022, 7:30 – 8:30 PM

Drop in to Buell Armory in Barker Hall, next door to the Gatton Student Center, to check out the talented members of UK’s Circus Club as they demonstrate their skills in tumbling and aerial silks. Free for all students and guests. Family Weekend registration NOT required to participate.

Big Blue Pantry Food Drive

Sep 23, 2022, 6:00 – 7:30 PM

Help support students in need – donate to the Big Blue Pantry! The Big Blue Pantry serves UK students experiencing food insecurity by distributing non-perishable food items. Bring a canned good, a jar of peanut butter, or a monetary donation for the Big Blue Pantry to the Family Weekend Welcome Reception. For more information about the Big Blue Pantry, visit www.uky.edu/concern/big-blue-pantry.

Welcome Reception

Sep 23, 2022, 6:00 – 7:30 PM

All UK families of undergraduate students are invited to start Family Weekend off right at the Family Weekend Welcome Reception! Enjoy refreshments, music, and giveaways. Take a family photo in one of our photo booths, and learn more about resources available to your students. The Cornerstone Parking Garage on S. Limestone St. and most E lots will be open during this event. Family Weekend registration and wristbands required. Register for Family Weekend at go.uky.edu/FWRegistration.

Tour Alumni Gym

Sep 23, 2022, 5:30 – 7:00 PM

Take a tour of Campus Recreation's historic Alumni Gym, a state-of-the-art fitness center designed to provide choices and opportunities for healthy living. The appealing‚ open environment encourages participation and development of a healthy lifestyle. It is a great place to gather‚ make new friends‚ and take a positive step towards lifelong health and fitness habits.

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