Family Weekend

There is no better time to celebrate family and friends than during DePauw University's annual Family Weekend.

We invite DePauw families, friends, and alumni to join us on-campus on September 19-21, 2025 to spend special time with your student!

A working schedule of events is posted below. All events are listed in Eastern Daylight Time (EDT).

Ready to come home to DePauw? Print off your campus map, and discover where to eat, play, and stay in Putnam County.

Registration is not required to attend, but it does help us plan on how many guests to anticipate.

Family Weekend 2025

Event	Description
Self-Guided Hiking at the DePauw Nature Park DePauw Nature Park Dawn to dusk	Surround yourself with the beauty of one of DePauw’s most beloved treasures - the DePauw Nature Park. Take in breathtaking views as you hike along trails that will take you up to the heights of the quarry, down along the creekside, or through the lush woodlands. View the Trail Guide for all hiking locations. The Nature Park is open from sunrise to sunset, but hours may vary based on availability of staffing to open and close the gate. Transportation is not provided to or from the Nature Park.
Breakfast available for purchase Hoover Hall, Main Dining 7:00 am - 10:00 am	You don't need to leave campus to enjoy delicious food. Stop by Hoover Hall for a healthy, sustainable meal created for you by our friends at Bon Appétit!
Self-Guided Exploration of Roy O. West Library and the Tenzer Technology Center Roy O. West Library and Tenzer Technology Center As listed on website	Experience one of the most-anticipated activities of Old Gold Weekend – viewing the recently renovated Roy O West Library and Tenzer Technology Center! Take a self-guided tour to see the unique blend of history and innovation fused into this beautiful space. You can pick up your tour map at the front desk.
Eli's Bookstore and Starbucks Hours Eli's Bookstore As listed on website	"Stop by Eli's bookstore for all your DePauw swag needs! The bookstore features apparel, home décor, and unique gift items Need your coffee fix in the morning? Starbucks is conveniently located inside Eli’s Bookstore! "
Self-Guided Exploration of Peeler Art Center Peeler Art Center 10:00 am - 4:00 pm	Experience incredible talent on display at the Peeler Art Center! Works will be on display to view throughout the weekend.
Lunch available for purchase Hoover Hall, Main Dining 11:00 am - 2:00 pm	You don't need to leave campus to enjoy delicious food. Stop by Hoover Hall for a healthy, sustainable meal created for you by our friends at Bon Appétit!
Dinner available for purchase Hoover Hall, Main Dining 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm	You don't need to leave campus to enjoy delicious food. Stop by Hoover Hall for a healthy, sustainable meal created for you by our friends at Bon Appétit!
Men's Soccer vs Centre Reavis Stadium 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Event	Description
Self-Guided Hiking at the DePauw Nature Park DePauw Nature Park Dawn to dusk	Surround yourself with the beauty of one of DePauw’s most beloved treasures - the DePauw Nature Park. Take in breathtaking views as you hike along trails that will take you up to the heights of the quarry, down along the creekside, or through the lush woodlands. View the Trail Guide for all hiking locations. The Nature Park is open from sunrise to sunset, but hours may vary based on availability of staffing to open and close the gate. Transportation is not provided to or from the Nature Park.
Breakfast available for purchase Hoover Hall, Main Dining 7:00 am - 10:00 am	You don't need to leave campus to enjoy delicious food. Stop by Hoover Hall for a healthy, sustainable meal created for you by our friends at Bon Appétit!
Self-Guided Exploration of Roy O. West Library and the Tenzer Technology Center Roy O. West Library and Tenzer Technology Center As listed on website	Experience one of the most-anticipated activities of Old Gold Weekend – viewing the recently renovated Roy O West Library and Tenzer Technology Center! Take a self-guided tour to see the unique blend of history and innovation fused into this beautiful space. You can pick up your tour map at the front desk.
Eli's Bookstore and Starbucks Hours Eli's Bookstore As listed on website	"Stop by Eli's bookstore for all your DePauw swag needs! The bookstore features apparel, home décor, and unique gift items Need your coffee fix in the morning? Starbucks is conveniently located inside Eli’s Bookstore! "
Tiger Family Breakfast Hoover Hall Main Dining Room 9:15 am - 10:30 am	Join us for a warm and inviting morning at the Tiger Family Breakfast. Hosted by President Lori S. White in Hoover Hall's Main Dining Room, this special event is made possible by the support of DePauw's Alumni Board and GOLD Alumni Board.
Tiger Tailgate Hoover Hall Main Dining Room 11:00 am - 1:00 pm	Gather in the Blackstock Stadium main parking lot for a festive and fun Tiger Tailgate before the afternoon's athletics competitions.
Self-Guided Exploration of Peeler Art Center Peeler Art Center 10:00 am - 4:00 pm	Experience incredible talent on display at the Peeler Art Center! Works will be on display to view throughout the weekend.
Lunch available for purchase Hoover Hall, Main Dining 11:00 am - 2:00 pm	You don't need to leave campus to enjoy delicious food. Stop by Hoover Hall for a healthy, sustainable meal created for you by our friends at Bon Appétit!
Volleyball vs Hanover Neal Fieldhouse, Lilly Center 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm	No tickets required.
Football vs Kenyon Blackstock Stadium 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm	Blackstock Lot opens at 8 a.m. for tailgating. Please review our tailgating policies. No tickets required.
Dinner available for purchase Hoover Hall, Main Dining 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm	You don't need to leave campus to enjoy delicious food. Stop by Hoover Hall for a healthy, sustainable meal created for you by our friends at Bon Appétit!

Event	Description
Self-Guided Hiking at the DePauw Nature Park DePauw Nature Park Dawn to dusk	Surround yourself with the beauty of one of DePauw’s most beloved treasures - the DePauw Nature Park. Take in breathtaking views as you hike along trails that will take you up to the heights of the quarry, down along the creekside, or through the lush woodlands. View the Trail Guide for all hiking locations. The Nature Park is open from sunrise to sunset, but hours may vary based on availability of staffing to open and close the gate. Transportation is not provided to or from the Nature Park.
Breakfast available for purchase Hoover Hall, Main Dining 7:00 am - 10:00 am	You don't need to leave campus to enjoy delicious food. Stop by Hoover Hall for a healthy, sustainable meal created for you by our friends at Bon Appétit!
Self-Guided Exploration of Roy O. West Library and the Tenzer Technology Center Roy O. West Library and Tenzer Technology Center As listed on website	Experience one of the most-anticipated activities of Old Gold Weekend – viewing the recently renovated Roy O West Library and Tenzer Technology Center! Take a self-guided tour to see the unique blend of history and innovation fused into this beautiful space. You can pick up your tour map at the front desk.
Eli's Bookstore and Starbucks Hours Eli's Bookstore As listed on website	"Stop by Eli's bookstore for all your DePauw swag needs! The bookstore features apparel, home décor, and unique gift items Need your coffee fix in the morning? Starbucks is conveniently located inside Eli’s Bookstore! "
Self-Guided Exploration of Peeler Art Center Peeler Art Center 10:00 am - 4:00 pm	Experience incredible talent on display at the Peeler Art Center! Works will be on display to view throughout the weekend.