Family Weekend

When is Family Weekend?

Family Weekend 2025 will be held Friday through Sunday, Oct. 24-26. Registration will open in August and remain open through Sunday, Oct. 5. Registration will include the signature events calendar and discounts to Sun Devil Athletics programs including the maroon monsoon ASU home football game vs. Houston at Mountain America Stadium. 

What is Family Weekend?

Family Weekend is a time-honored tradition held during the fall semester on the ASU campus. Current students invite their families to join them on campus for a weekend of events to celebrate Sun Devil spirit, pride and tradition. Family members of all ages can enjoy activities hosted by academic colleges, campus departments, ASU Family and Sun Devil Athletics.

Who can attend?

Any ASU affiliated families — students, staff, faculty, alumni and their family members and guests of all ages are welcome to attend.

What is the cost of attending Family Weekend?

Family Weekend 2025 registration will be open through Oct. 5, 2025.  Registration costs cover all non-ticketed events, materials and the pre-game meal at the signature ASU Family Block Party on Saturday, Oct. 25. 

2025 registration fees:
$48 for guests and $27 for students. 
There is no charge for children under 5.
For families who register after Oct. 5, a $10 per ticket late fee will apply. 

Registration cancellations will be accepted until Oct. 5. All refunds will deduct a 5% service charge to cover credit card transaction fees. 

For families for whom this will pose a financial hardship, please email [email protected]. Certain events such as the Gold Rush 5K Race and other ticketed events have their own fees attached. All pricing will be available with registration.

Where should we stay for Family Weekend?

Families can choose from a variety of accommodations to best suit their needs. Discounted hotel options are available through Sept.23, or until rooms fill, and listed on the bottom of the ASU Family Weekend website. For additional information on traveling to ASU, go to https://visit.asu.edu/travel.

What time should families arrive in town on Friday?

Check-in will begin at each campus the morning of Friday, Oct. 24, 2025, with events typically beginning mid-morning/early afternoon. We encourage participating families to plan to arrive by midday Friday to maximize their weekend. Check out the 2025 schedule here. 

Who can I contact for more information about Family Weekend or with registration questions?

You can contact the ASU Family office at [email protected].

Where can I get help if I have questions during Family Weekend?

Each campus has information centers with access to Family Weekend event information as well as general campus and university resources. These locations are indicated with a star on the printed Family Weekend Guide distributed at check-in:

• Downtown Phoenix - Student Center @ the Post Office
• Polytechnic - Student Union
• Tempe - Memorial Union
• West Valley - University Center

There will also be an “I Can Help” Booth located at the ASU Family Block Party during Saturday’s pre-game activities.

The ASU App is also a great resource for campus information and interactive maps right at your fingertips. We recommend downloading the app and using it to help navigate campus and events.

Where can I find a map of campus?

Maps and driving directions to each of the campuses is available at asu.edu/map/interactive/ and we also recommend downloading the ASU App for an interactive map and wayfinding steps for easy navigation on and between all campuses.

When and where will check-in be held?

• Downtown Phoenix Campus: Friday, Oct. 24, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. University Center
• Polytechnic Campus: Friday, Oct. 24, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Student Union
• Tempe Campus: Friday, Oct. 24, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Sun Devil Marketplace @ Paul C. Helmick Center Saturday, Oct. 25, 8:30 a.m. - 2 hours before kickoff, Memorial Union, 1st floor Scouler Lounge 
• West Valley Campus: Friday, Oct. 24, 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., University Center (UCB), La Sala

Why should I go to check-in?

Please join us at check-in to get your Sun Devil swag and required badges that give you access to ASU Family Weekend events throughout the weekend.

Can my student check-in for us if we all cannot attend check-in?

Yes, your student or any one member of your group may check in for everyone. 

How long does check-in last?

Check-in takes less than 10 minutes to complete and you may arrive at any point in the check-in time window to begin the process.

Not everyone in our group could make it. How do I request a refund for their fee? 

We encourage you to invite one of your student’s friends whose family is unable to attend to utilize your remaining ticket(s). Should you need additional assistance, email [email protected] and include your name, contact phone, email address and confirmation number for the individuals along with the special circumstances impacting your request. All refund requests must be received by Oct. 5. All cancellations are subject to a 5% credit card processing fee. 

Is registration required for all events?

Registration is required for select events taking place on Friday evening through Sunday to ensure accurate counts for food, seating and supplies. You may refer to the full events list on the Family Weekend Schedule to see which events require registration.

Fitness Center Access

Family Weekend participants can access all Sun Devil Fitness Center locations throughout the weekend with their badge. Families can utilize equipment or join classes. 

What is Gold Rush?

The Gold Rush 5K is built to inspire all Sun Devils to run, walk, stroll, and laugh their way to an unabashed sense of triumph! The course is 3.2 (ish) miles. Grab your whole family and spend some time together navigating the ASU Tempe Campus in this fun 5k. Participation in Gold Rush requires an additional $10 fee per participant. After the registration deadline there is an additional $5 fee per Gold Rush registration. 

What time is the ASU Family Block Party?

The event begins three-and-a-half hours prior to kickoff of the Houston vs. ASU football game. 

Can I go to class with my student?

Most faculty members will allow guests to visit their classrooms during Family Weekend. Have your student check with their professor prior to your visit.

Are football tickets included in Family Weekend registration?

No; football tickets need to be purchased separately directly through Sun Devil Athletics. However, once you pay for the Family Weekend registration, a discount code to use when you purchase football tickets is made available on the confirmation page and in your registration confirmation email. 

Do students need to purchase tickets to the football game?

If the student would like to sit with their family, then they will need to purchase a ticket. However, students may sit in the student section for no charge.

What time is the football game?

Kickoff time is TBD. Be sure to pack your gold ASU gear as this will be a Gold Game! Family Weekend registrants can also purchase a discounted ASU Family commemorative gold t-shirt. 

How do I get my tickets if we haven’t received them yet?

Sun Devil Athletics is a mobile ticketing athletic department. All tickets will be loaded onto your online account manager.

Football game tickets:

• Account Manager:  
  www.sundeviltickets.com 
  • First time users
    • Select Sign In on top right-hand side
    • Enter the email address which was used during purchase and select Forgot Password?
    • Follow prompts from email
  • Tickets will be in the Manage Tickets tab
  • We recommend saving to your phone’s wallet
  • Tickets can also be forwarded individually to other members via the Transfer function
• Mobile App
  • Sun Devil Athletics launched the Sun Devil Athletics Gameday app. Fans are able to link their ticketing account for a smooth digital ticketing experience, sync with stadium sounds and game interactions, stay up-to-date with teams and updates, and so much more.
  • https://qrco.de/GamedayApp
  • Two ways to link your ticketing account to the mobile app
    • Tickets button on the bottom of the home screen
    • Tickets > Manage My Tickets in the menu on the top right of the home screen
  • Questions or Assistance
    • Contact the Sun Devil Ticketing Team team (call/text: 480-727-0000, email:  [email protected]) and they will assist with any ticketing questions or needs.

Will I receive a discount for other athletic events during Family Weekend?

Yes. An additional discount code will be available for all home events during Family Weekend for all Sun Devil Athletics events which require a ticket.

Intercampus Shuttle

All Family Weekend participants can use the Intercampus shuttle system throughout the weekend with their Family Weekend badge. 

Parking

Parking information will be shared with all registered participants closer to Family Weekend. 

Public Transportation

• Light Rail
  https://www.valleymetro.org/maps-schedules/rail

  The Valley Metro Rail is a regional rail system that runs from Mesa to Phoenix. You can hop on at either end — Dunlap and 19th Avenue, or Main Street and Gilbert Road — or at the many stops in between, including ASU's Tempe and Downtown Phoenix campuses. Student fares are available. For travel to the Downtown Phoenix Campus utilize stop 15: Van Buren/Central Ave. For the Tempe Campus utilize either stop 25: Mill Ave/Third or 26: Veterans Way/College Ave. The light rail will run until 2 a.m.

• FLASH
  www.tempe.gov/government/transportation-and-sustainability/transportation/bus-light-rail-paratransit-streetcar/flash 
  Tempe’s free local area shuttle service connects ASU and downtown Tempe on weekdays from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. with shuttles available every 15 minutes.

• Tempe Streetcar
  www.valleymetro.org/how-to-ride/streetcar 

  Streetcar travels on Mill and Ash avenues from Rio Salado Parkway and Marina Heights to Dorsey Lane and Apache Boulevard. The cars run from 6 a.m. to midnight Monday through Saturday and  8 a.m. to midnight on Sundays. Streetcars will arrive at stops every 15-20 minutes. 

• Orbit
  https://www.tempe.gov/government/transportation-and-sustainability/transportation/bus-light-rail-paratransit-streetcar/orbit

  Orbit is a Tempe only bus system, there are six Orbit routes that run 7 days a week 15 minutes apart. The routes are within the boundaries of North McKellips and Scottsdale Rd. and  South Elliot and Priest Dr.

Campus Game Day Transit

Polytechnic and West Valley will both offer a Game Day shuttle to the Family Weekend Block Party on Saturday with return to each campus from Mountain America Stadium. Additional details will be shared after game time is announced. 

Downtown families are encouraged to utilize the intercampus shuttle for transit to the Block Party and to return to the Intercampus Shuttle or utilize the light rail for returning to Downtown. 

Who can I contact if we need ADA assistance on campus?

Friday

Should you need support attending a program on Friday, you may call our Student Accessibility and Inclusive Learning Services (SAILS) team to request a DART Cart at the number below. There may be a short wait as these carts will need to prioritize getting students to classes. Carts will be available until 6:45 p.m. at Tempe and until 4:50 p.m. at Downtown, Polytechnic and West Valley. 

• For DART Cart services in Tempe: 480.965.3055

• DART for all other campuses: 480.965.1234

Saturday

For Saturday’s game day festivities, we will be offering cart services before the Family Weekend Block Party and Mountain America Stadium. For families attending the football game, we encourage you to park in the Packard Structure. Pickup from this location to the Family Weekend Block Party will be available beginning at 1 p.m. For traveling to Mountain America Stadium, cart service will be available 3-5 p.m. from the Northside of WIlson hall located at the North end of the Family Weekend Block Party. Drop off will be at the Sun Devil Athletics Cart pick-up point, ensuring you can get up to the stadium entrance and then utilize Sun Devil Athletics accessibility services. Following the game, please utilize the Sun Devil Athletics cart service to return to the Packard structure.