Family Weekend

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.

Open Swim in the Lancaster Aquatic Center

Sep 25, 2022, 12:00 – 2:00 PM

Opened in 1989 and located adjacent to the Johnson Center‚ the Lancaster Aquatic Center offers indoor swimming to the UK community and eligible BCTC students. Families are invited to swim with their students (valid UK student ID required; guests must be at least 6 years old, and guest must complete our waiver). The aquatic center is a lap facility (18 lanes available), water is 80 degrees, 1 mtr diving board, 6’-15’ pool depth.

Open Swim in the Lancaster Aquatic Center

Sep 23, 2022, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Blue & White Swim/Dive Meet

Sep 23, 2022, 3:00 – 5:00 PM

Cheer on UK's Men and Women's Swim/Dive teams in their Blue/White meet in the Lancaster Aquatic Center at 3 p.m ET. Admission is free to all.

MacAdam Student Observatory

Sep 20, 2024, 8:30 – 10:30 PM

Take a tour of the $1 million MacAdam Student Observatory. Families will have a chance to gaze at stars and planets through the observatory’s robotic 20” telescope (weather permitting). Images of galaxies, star clusters, and nebulae (taken from the center of a city of 200,000+), along with information about our outreach programs can be found at www.pa.uky.edu/observatory. Free for all students and guests. Family Weekend registration NOT required.

Cats Got Game!

Sep 24, 2022, 2:00 – 5:00 PM

Cats Got Game in The Cornerstone! Enjoy a fun afternoon of family games, prizes, and UK’s very own Esports lounge! Food and drinks will be available for purchase from many of the local vendors from the Cornerstone Exchange. Whether you plan to attend the UK football game, volleyball match, or just spend your time getting to know the local Lexington scene, this is a great way to spend the afternoon with your Wildcat! Family Weekend registration is NOT required to participate.

UK Volleyball vs. LSU

Sep 25, 2022, 12:00 – 2:00 PM

Cheer on the volleyball team as they take on LSU! As a special treat for Family Weekend guests, any UK student wishing to bring their family to the game can get four guests in for free in addition to the regular free student admission (with a valid UK student ID). Additional tickets are $8 for adults and $5 for youth and seniors. Tickets are general admission and may be purchased by calling the Wildcat Ticket Office at 1-800-928-2287 or at the ticket office prior to, or on the day of, the game. Visit www.ukathletics.com for more i

UK Volleyball vs. LSU

Sep 24, 2022, 4:00 – 6:00 PM

A Taste of the Kentucky Doughnut Trail

Sep 25, 2022, 9:30 – 11:30 AM

In 2012, The New York Times article “Twists and Turns along the Kentucky Doughnut Trail” brought well-deserved publicity to many of the region’s fine doughnut purveyors and introduced the country to one of Kentucky’s sweetest secrets. Now we are bringing those sweet treats to you! Drop in to sample doughnuts and baked goods from some of our favorite local bakeries; then vote for your favorite! Limited gluten-free options available. Family Weekend registration and wristbands required. No on-site ticket sales.

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.

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