Save the date!
Family Weekend is coming back in 2026 and we want you to be a part of it. The family-focused weekend will be October 30 - November 1, 2026. Enjoy three days full of activities for the whole family and share your Bronco spirit. More details will be coming soon so make sure your add Family Weekend to your calendar today.
Schedule of events
Family Weekend 2026 is currently being planned. Times and locations are subject to change.
Friday, Oct. 30
Discover Kalamazoo Self-Guided Tours
Anytime
Throughout Kalamazoo County
Explore some of what Kalamazoo County has to offer! Two suggested tours available:
Family Tour (for families with younger children and visitors under 18)
Adult Family Tour (for families visiting with college-age or adult children)
Welcome Check-In and Swag Pickup
5 - 8 p.m.
Student Center
*Included with registration
Family Bash and Silent Auction
5 - 8 p.m.
Student Center
*Included with registration
Student Center Photobooth
5 – 8 p.m.
Student Center Lobby
*Included with registration
Live Music – DJ & Social Lounge
5 – 8 p.m.
Gathering Stairs
*Included with registration
Opening Speech: President Speaks
6 p.m.
Student Center
*Included with registration
Stuff-a-Plush
8 p.m.
TBD
*Included with registration
Food Trucks
8 - 10 p.m.
W Plaza
Additional cost required
VR Reality & Flight Simulator – open to families
5 – 7 p.m.
University Library
Decorate a Hat with Alumni Association
5 - 8 p.m.
Student Center
Additional cost required
WMU History Exhibit
5 - 7 p.m.
Waldo Library
*Included with registration
Game On! - game room open to families
5 - 8 p.m.
Student Center Game Room
*Included with registration
Open Recreation
5 - 8 p.m.
Student Recreation Center
Halloween Escape Rooms and Glow Night
8 - 10 p.m.
Sangren Mall
Presented by CAB
*Included with registration
Saturday, Oct. 31
Family Fun Zone Pregame
9 – 11:30 a.m.
Lot 3 (Oliver Rd and Oliver Ln)
Free to attend - includes kid and family-friendly activities. Kids also encouraged to wear costumes to game (must comply with Waldo Stadium's prohibited items list).
*Included with registration
Historical Walking Tour
9:30 - 10:30 a.m.
The Oaklands (1815 W Michigan Ave, Kalamazoo, MI 49006)
*Included with registration
WMU Football Game (Family Section)
Noon - 3 p.m.
Waldo Stadium
Additional cost required
GSA Silent Disco
3 - 5 p.m.
Student Center Ballroom
*Included with registration
Trivia in Hou Jia with prizes
5 - 7 p.m.
Hou Jia
*Included with registration
Sunday, Nov. 1
Family Brunch
11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Valley Dining Center
$13 per person. 12 and under is $10
Pop the Balloon with STYLE
noon – 2 p.m.
Student Center
*Included with registration
Open Rec: Family Basketball or Pickleball
noon - 2 p.m.
Student Recreation Center
*Included with registration
Lawson Family Skate
1 - 3 p.m.
Lawson Arena
*Included with registration
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Hotel Recommendations
Looking for a place to stay? The hotels below offer a WMU Friends and Family Discount! Click the links to book through your desired hotel.