We are so excited for our Laker parents and family supporters to join us for Family & Friends Weekend this year for Fall 2025!
Now that students have settled in, this is a great way to enjoy quality time and get to know the local Oswego area and SUNY Oswego campus better!
Throughout the weekend we have a variety of activities planned, including art exhibitions, music performances, athletic and social events, and opportunities to explore the local Oswego area.
Click below to see our schedule of events for each day of Family and Friends Weekend!
Friday, October 17th
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM - Pottery Sale (MCC Concourse)
We've got some amazing local artists bringing their creations to SUNY Oswego! Stop by and pick up a unique item for yourself or your student's dorm!
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM - Letters From Home (Gathering Nook in MCC)
Everyone loves receiving happy mail! We'll have Oswego Postcards ready to be filled out and sent to students, friends, or family. Come write a letter to someone you care about, and we'll take care of postage and getting it sent!
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM - Student Organization Talent Showcase (MCC 132)
Come see some of the amazing work happening in Student Organization groups like Octavia and DMA!
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM - Silent Sky (Waterman Theatre)
Our Theatre Department will be putting on an amazing production of Silent Sky, telling the story of real-life astronomer Henrietta Leavitt. Enjoy a stellar performance as you learn about the woman who mapped the stars without being allowed to use a telescope.
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM - Splash-In Movie (Lee Hall Pool)
Lee Hall Pool is being turned into a movie theatre! Come enjoy some time in the water while diving into a fun film!
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM - Trivia Night (MCC 133)
If you're more the competitive type, Trivia Night could be the place for you! Test your knowledge against other students with their friends and family, and your team could win a prize!
Saturday, October 18th
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM - Pumpkin Run
Come walk or run this 5k with us! And put those steps toward a great cause with an optional $5 donation to the charity Blessings in a Backpack!
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM - Pollinator Party (Rice Creek Field Station)
This festival celebrate the first year of SUNY Oswego's designation as a Bee Campus USA with fun, creative, and educational activities related to pollinators, native plants, and ways each of us can "bee" a better neighbor to the pollinators in our area. We'll also have live music and other nature-based activities. Shuttle Services to Rice Creek will be provided.
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM - Fall Fest (Hewitt Quad)
Join us in the center of campus for some fall fun! You can paint pumpkins with the SOFE Department; pet some furry friends from CNY Paws; or write postcards to send to your student, friends, or loved ones with Letters From Home, topped off with live music!
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM - Laker Luck (Gem Car)
Throughout the day, our Gem Car will be picking people up to test their knowledge of Oswego! Get the answers right to win a prize!
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM - Jeff the Magic Man (MCC 132)
After Fall Fest, come join us for a magic show in the Auditorium! It's a great time to unwind and enjoy the power of illusions!
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM - Hockey Game (MCC Arena)
If you spend any time at SUNY Oswego, you'll know one of our favorite past times is hockey! Join us for a hockey game this afternoon and jump into a SUNY Oswego favorite!
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM - Open Mic Night (Lake Effect Cafe)
Grab your favorite fall drink and show of your talent at Lake Effect's Open Mic Night!
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM - Hockey Game (MCC Arena)
We're headed back to the ice for another game of hockey! Whether your a hockey fan, or have never even seen a game before, you'll still have tons of fun with other students, friends, and families!
8:00 PM - 10:00 PM - Family Game Night (MCC Food Court)
If hockey isn't your thing, but you still want to get into the competitive spirit, join us for Family Game Night! We'll have a selections of boards games to choose from; make some new friends and fight for victory at Family Game Night!
10:00 PM - 12:00 AM - Family Open Skate (MCC Arena)
We'll wrap up the night with an opportunity for everyone to get on the ice and enjoy some skating! There is a cost to enter, and to rent skates, so please plan to bring $5 with you if you wish to participate.
Sunday, October 19th
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM - Craft Fair (Swetman Gym)
Local artists and craftsmen will be bringing their creations to the SUNY Oswego campus! Come ready to find the perfect addition to your home or dorm room!
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM - Letters From Home (the Gathering Nook in MCC)
Everyone loves receiving happy mail! We'll have Oswego Postcards ready to be filled out and sent to students, friends, or family. Come write a letter to someone you care about, and we'll take care of postage and getting it sent!
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM - Silent Sky (Waterman Theatre)
Our Theatre Department will be putting on an amazing production of Silent Sky, telling the story of real-life astronomer Henrietta Leavitt. Enjoy a stellar performance as you learn about the woman who mapped the stars without being allowed to use a telescope!