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RSSFamily Weekend at The University of Montana is an annual event that brings together students, their families and friends for two days of unique UM experiences. This year, Family Weekend will take place Oct. 12-13. Football tickets to the Griz vs. Southern Utah game will be sold on a first-come, first-serve basis beginning in early September.
University Relations is planning an array of special events, including tours of campus and the Missoula area, movie night in the University Center Theater, a football game viewing party on the big screen, among others. An updated schedule will be posted here as the event nears. Last year's Family Weekend schedule appears below.
This year, the Holiday Inn Missoula Downtown is offering UM families a discounted group rate for their stay in Missoula. Reservations can be made online or by calling 1-800-399-0408.
Questions? Call University Relations at 406-243-5478 or email familyweekend@umontana.edu.
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8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Registration Pick up your Family Weekend information packet and pre-purchased football game tickets and find out what's on tap for the weekend. Grand Foyer, University Center, Third Floor.
Noon-Midnight: Free Games ― Free billiards, table tennis and Xbox with Family Weekend name badge. UC Game Room, Second Floor, University Center.
3 p.m.: Tour ― Nature walk led by UM Wildlife Biology Program graduate and doctoral students on the scenic Kim Williams Trail along the Clark Fork River bordering campus. Meet in the Grand Foyer, University Center, Third Floor. Free.
3:30 p.m.: Tour ― UM historic walking tour led by UM Advocates. You'll find out more about the state's 118-year-old flagship institution of higher learning and get a glimpse into its future. Meet in the Grand Foyer, University Center, Third Floor. Free.
4-6 p.m.: Deans’ Panel followed by College Sessions ― A panel of UM deans will provide an insider’s view into academic life on campus. Get all of your questions answered and gain insights during a facilitated Q-and-A. After the panel, the deans will invite you back to their respective buildings for an intimate “College Session” experience. From lectures on timely and interesting topics to behind-the-scenes tours, you’ll get a hands-on flavor of academic life at UM. University Center Theater. Free.
Dinner on your own.
5-8 p.m: Open reception at MSO Hub - Start your evening in the center of downtown Missoula. MSO Hub is hosting a reception for all UM Family Weekend participants. Enjoy complimentary beverages and snacks, and shop Griz merchandise and local souvenirs.
7 p.m.: Movie ― "Zookeeper." Watch the trailer here. Show your Family Weekend name badge and get a soda and small popcorn for $2 at the concession stand. University Center Theater. Free.
7 p.m.: Volleyball ― Cheer on the UM women as they take on Sacramento State in the West Auxiliary Gymnasium. Free.
*7:30-9 p.m.: Stargazing Under the Big Sky ― Sip hot chocolate and enjoy other refreshments while you discover why Montana is called "Big Sky Country" with UM astronomers as your guides. If it's a clear night, it's optimum for stargazing, but wear warm clothes because it will be cold. (Event will be canceled in the case of inclement or cloudy weather.) UM Oval. Free.
7:30 p.m.: Play ― “The Elephant Man.” Cost is $20 for the public, $16 for students and seniors and $10 for children 12 and under. A UM School of Theatre and Dance production. For tickets, visit the Theatre and Dance Box Office in the PAR/TV Center or call 406-243-4581. Montana Theatre, PAR/TV Center.
9:30 p.m.: Movie ― “Transformers 3: Dark Side of the Moon.” Watch the trailer here. Show your Family Weekend name badge and get a soda and small popcorn for $2 at the concession stand. University Center Theater. Free.
9 a.m. - noon: Registration ― Family weekend information packets and pre-purchased football game package tickets can be picked up at the Family Weekend pregame tailgate. Head toward the footbridge and look for the Family Weekend banner. Check in at the Family Weekend registration table.
10 a.m.: Pregame Tailgate ― Reservations required. Look for the Family Weekend banner in tailgate spot No. 15-16 (map in packet). Menu: burgers, grilled chicken breasts or brats and sauerkraut with chips, potato salad and your choice of beverage. Includes entertainment and Griz giveaways!
Noon-midnight: Free Games ― Free billiards, table tennis and Xbox with Family Weekend name badge. UC Game Room, second floor, University Center.
1 p.m.: Football Game ― Montana Grizzlies vs. Portland State Vikings. Washington-Grizzly Stadium. Tickets required.
1 p.m.: Football TV Party ― Watch the Montana-Portland State game on a big screen and enjoy a free nacho bar and great door prizes. Adams Center East Auxiliary Gymnasium Free.
Dinner on your own.
6 p.m.: Red Dress Casino Night ― Join the UM chapter of Alpha Phi at a fundraiser for the Alpha Phi Foundation, which supports women’s cardiac care research. The event features casino games and prizes, appetizers, music and a silent auction. Please wear a red dress or red accents to raise awareness of heart disease. Tickets are available during Family Weekend registration, at the door or by emailing chi.vpmarketing.alphaphi@gmail.com. The Mezzanine at Montana Harley Davidson, 5106 E. Harrier Blvd.
7 p.m.: Movie – "Zookeeper." Watch the trailer here. Show your Family Weekend name badge and get a soda and small popcorn for $2 at the concession stand. University Center Theater. Free.
*7:30-9 p.m.: Stargazing Under the Big Sky ― Sip hot chocolate and enjoy other refreshments on the roof of the Skaggs Building while you discover why Montana is called "Big Sky Country" with UM astronomers. If it’s a clear night, it's optimum for stargazing, but wear warm clothes because it will be cold. (Event will be canceled in the case of inclement/cloudy weather.) Skaggs Building. Free.
7:30 p.m.: Play ― “The Elephant Man.” Cost is $20 for the public, $16 for students and seniors and $10 for children 12 and under. A UM School of Theatre and Dance production. For tickets, visit the Theatre and Dance Box Office in the PAR/TV Center or call 406-243-4581. Montana Theatre, PAR/TV Center.
9:30 p.m.: Movie ― “Transformers 3: Dark Side of the Moon.” Watch the trailer here. Show your Family Weekend name badge and get a soda and small popcorn for $2 at the concession stand. University Center Theater. Free.
Do I need to purchase a package ticket for my student?
Yes, if you want your student to sit with you at the football game and have a meal ticket for the pregame tailgate. Student tickets only allow seating in the student section, and your student’s meal plan does not cover the tailgate.
Can my student attend the game if I don’t purchase a package ticket for him/her?
Yes. Student tickets to UM football games are free, and 4,000 will be available for the Family Weekend game against Portland State. Student tickets for Family Weekend will be available at 7:45 a.m. Monday, Oct. 10, at The Source in the University Center. Tickets usually go fast, so your student will want to get in line early.
Can my student attend the pregame tailgate if I don’t purchase a package ticket for him/her?
Yes. You may purchase individual tickets to the pregame tailgate for $21 each when tickets become available on GrizTix starting at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 31.
If Family Weekend packages are sold out, can I still attend the football game?
Yes. When securing a student ticket for the Family Weekend game, your student may also buy one guest pass for $10. Guest passes are available only at The Source, and 400 will be available for Family Weekend.