Family Weekend Activities

Family Weekend

Family Weekend 2024 dates are September 20th - 22nd. We are updating events as we get them planned so be sure to check back as we update more!

Want to navigate campus like a pro?

Visit Family Weekend in for more information.

Please email katie.helms@mso.umt.edu if you have any questions.

From strolling the riverfront, to exploring art galleries, to shopping small and dining locally, Downtown Missoula offers something for everyone. For more information about the local businesses and local experiences in Downtown Missoula visit . Present the "Very Important Griz" (VIG) Emblem on your nametag to select businesses for special discounts. Call or stop by Downtown Missoula Partnership or get more details about participating businesses here.
Visit a unique UM Campus Dining location for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and everything in between. For a list of all UM Campus Dining locations, visit the "locations" page on our website. We’re looking forward to welcoming you!

The Lodge Residential Dining Center, is a brand-new facility featuring all-you-care-to-eat at seven unique food concepts! With your Family Weekend Badge you’ll receive a 10% discount off meal price entry rate. Come enjoy eating hyper-local produce from our own on-campus gardens, KOP beef sourced from 13 miles away, and chef-crafted meals. There’s something for everyone! Located just off the Oval.

The Food Court features Big Sky Burgers, Eson Gib Asian Cuisine, and Calypso Sandwich Shop, with new additions Saucy Chix and

The Market is a great place to pick up a delicious house-made grab-n-go meal, Bearclaw Bakery good, or specialty coffee drink.

On Friday, the UM Police Department has generously waived parking fees for all decal/day pass spots to welcome our Family Weekend guests. Hourly spots will still cost to park in, and please no parking in reserved or ADA. Check out the parking map here.

Make sure you park in decal/permit spots only to avoid ticketing. Hourly and Reserved will be ticketed.

Saturday parking will require you to purchase a pass due to limited spots. Please check out our free shuttle options or walk from your hotels if possible. Check out our travel and accommodations page for more Saturday parking info!

Many purses are too large to enter!

Common prohibited bags include, but are not limited to:- Many purses
- Backpacks of any variety including drawstring/cinch bags
- Briefcases
- Camera bags and camera lens bags/holders
- Coolers and insulated bags
- Fanny packs
- Laptop or tablet bags
- Luggage of any variety