You’re invited to experience the joy of Ave Maria University during Parents & Family Weekend! From our Fall Festival to Family Mass and campus activities, the weekend will be filled with opportunities to encounter the vibrant Catholic community that makes AMU unique. We look forward to welcoming you to campus for this special weekend celebration!
1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Check-in at the Prince Entrance (parents and families may also check-in at the Fall Fest)
6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Fall Festival | Kick off Parents & Family Weekend at our Fall Festival, featuring food trucks, pretzels, live music, axe-throwing, hay rides, pumpkin carving, kids’ activities, and more!
9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Family Mass | Ave Maria Parish
10:45 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Morning Reception | Parents are invited to enjoy refreshments and fellowship with President Mark Middendorf & University leadership!
12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Mother Teresa Museum & Campus Tours
2:00 p.m.
Volleyball Game | Tom Golisano Field House
4:00 p.m.
Games & Snacks | Student Union Lawn
5:00 p.m.
Vigil Mass | Ave Maria Parish
6:00 p.m.
Dinner | On Your Own
7:00 p.m.
Soccer Game | Gyrene Field
8:00 a.m.
Mass | Ave Maria Parish
10:00 a.m.
Mass | Ave Maria Parish
12:30 p.m.
Mass (Extraordinary Form) | Ave Maria Parish
Family Brunch | Dining Hall






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