Family Weekend Kickoff
Friday, October 3, 2025 | 5 - 7 p.m.
Laker family and friends, join us for an unforgettable evening filled with fun activities for the whole family!
This event is complimentary for Lakers and their families. All refreshments and activities are free of charge.
RSVP to ensure you don’t miss out on this fun-filled event!
Location:
Lubbers Stadium Lawn
Valley Campus (Allendale)
Date:
Friday, October 3, 2025
Time:
5 - 7 P.M.
Kickoff Schedule
5 p.m. - Family Weekend Kickoff Party begins!
5:30 p.m. - Remarks and Programming featuring President Philomena Mantella
7 p.m. - Event ends
Family Weekend Kickoff Party is an open house event where you can explore, connect, and enjoy everything we have to offer, with the flexibility to come and go at your convenience between 5-7 p.m.
Featuring...
Dinner and Desserts
Refreshing Drinks*
Fun lawn games and activities for all ages
Laker Resource Fair - meet with GV staff and department representatives!
GVSU Giveaways
* guests 21+ receive two complimentary drink tickets
Laker Resource Fair
Come explore the GV resource fair, featuring representatives from a number of university departments ready to answer questions and share information about campus resources.
A list of participating departments will be shared soon!
This is a fantastic opportunity for students, parents, supporters, friends, and family members to come together and celebrate the Laker spirit!
Questions? Reach out to Morgan Knapp at [email protected] .
Go Lakers!
View the 2025 Family Weekend Full Schedule of Events!
Laker Family Weekend is coordinated by the Division of Student Affairs of Grand Valley State University.