Family Weekend 2025

Grab a snack and mingle with some Evergreens who assist our students in finding success in their first year at Loyola!

Our Residence Halls are decorated to welcome our families, stop by the RLH tent for come cool giveaways and meet members of the RLH Team.

Come mingle, grab some breakfast, and take some time to chat with the Deans before heading off to the day's activities!

Messina Mentor Patrick Murnane will lead what an actual Messina enrichment session looks like as he presents on Baltimore 101: a 50 minute overview of the culture, cuisine, and neighborhoods of our city.

Students & parents are encouraged to come to one or both family weekend teach-ins hosted by two of our amazing faculty members. This will simulate what student enrichment sessions are like in Messina.

This session will briefly explore medieval culture and society by looking at marital disputes that ended up in court. Taught by Dr. Brandon Parlopiano of the History Department.

Students and families are invited to join the Thrive Center for Student Success during Loyola Family Weekend to meet and engage with the campus community over brunch. Our theme this year is Thriving Together through Community and Belonging. Our cultural and identity-based student organizations will be featured. For more information, please contact the Thrive Center at 410-617-2310 or thrivecenter@loyola.edu. There is a registration capacity for this event, so students/families are encouraged to register as soon as possible.

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Messina Mentor Patrick Murnane will lead what an actual Messina enrichment session looks like as he presents on Baltimore 101: a 50 minute overview of the culture, cuisine, and neighborhoods of our city.

Students & parents are encouraged to come to one or both family weekend teach-ins hosted by two of our amazing faculty members. This will simulate what student enrichment sessions are like in Messina.

This session will briefly explore medieval culture and society by looking at marital disputes that ended up in court. Taught by Dr. Brandon Parlopiano of the History Department.

Cheer on the Greyhounds at our Family Weekend Featured game!

As a special offer from our Athletics team, not only are student tickets free this year, but so are family and friend tickets (up to four)! This is a great opportunity to tailgate, show off that Greyhound pride, and experience the community in Houndtown.
*Stay tuned for more details regarding shuttle services during game time*

Join Residence Life and Housing for FREE family portrait caricatures! There will be face painting, balloon artist and some Rita's Water Ice!

Want a sneak peek at what our acapella and dance groups are currently practicing? Come to this annual hit event and you will be amazed at just how talented our Greyhounds are.
*Seating is first come first served, Groups are subject to change*

A Family Weekend tradition, this distinct event honors the dedication and continued support of a Loyola education by alumni and their families. During the reception, families will celebrate by having the Loyola alumni family member pin the current Loyola student with a special Loyola pin. Registration is required.

*This event is reserved for current students with a relative who attended Loyola or Mount St. Agnes

Join us for family fun, food, and games on the quad! Rain location McGuire Hall.
*If you plan to have dinner with us, please purchase your food tickets below. Tickets will close on Friday, September 19th at 12pm and no refunds will be accepted thereafter.

• Loyola Student Ticket
• Family & Friends Ticket (Ages 4 and Under)
• Family & Friends Ticket (Ages 5 and Over)

Enjoy exclusive access and steeply discounted tickets for a truly unforgettable night at the National Aquarium in Baltimore!
*Ticket sales end on Friday, September 19th at 12pm and no refunds will be accepted after Tuesday, September 23rd.

• Loyola Student Ticket
• Family & Friends Ticket (Ages 5 and Over)
• Family & Friends Ticket (Ages 4 and Under)

Do you know more about Loyola or Baltimore than your student? Join us for our annual Family Weekend trivia night to find out!
*Event is free, all proceeds from the raffle baskets will go directly to Relay for Life.

Join us for a blind date with a book and treats from Nothing Bundt Cakes!!