Family Weekends
Family Weekends at OSU are a great time to visit your student on campus and spend some quality time together. We host two designated Family Weekends per year, with one in the fall semester and one in the spring semester. In the past, these were also called Dad’s Day or Mom’s Day which led to some confusion. We're all in the same Cowboy Family, so let’s make this easy. Family Weekends are for anyone you call family whether they're in the family group text or not.
Spring Family Weekend
April 17-19, 2026
Currently scheduled activities are listed below. Activities are being added regularly. Check back and update your registration as more opportunities become available.
Spring Family Weekend Activities
Friday, Apr. 17
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OSU Museum of Art Extended Hours
Time: 11 A.M. - 6 P.M.
Location: 720 S. Husband
Bring the family to view works borrowed from the Guild Hall Museum in East Hampton, New York, including works by Andy Warhol, Jackson Pollock and many more. The artists involved in this exhibition greatly contributed to the artist developments of the late 19th and early 20th century. -
Serve Stillwater with the Student Volunteer Center & Payne County Youth Services
Time: 12 - 3 P.M.
Location: 2804 W. 2nd Ave.
Spend some quality family time serving Payne County Youth Services with the OSU Student Volunteer Center. Volunteers will help with yard work, painting, general organization, and other helpful tasks. Limited to 20 volunteers and pre-registration through the Family Weekend registration link is required.
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Spears Best of Biz Awards Ceremony
Time: 4 P.M.
Location: ConocoPhillips OSU Alumni Center
Join the Spears School of Business in celebrating its top students and organizations of the academic year. -
Family Night at the OSU Challenge Course
Time: 5 - 7 P.M.
Location: 1625 N. Western Rd.
Bring your student on a challenge course adventure for a discounted rate of $30/person (regular rate $40-$50/person). OSU's Challenge Course provides a series of physical and mental challenges including games, obstacles, and problem solving activities designed to help participants stretch their comfort zone and develop individual confidence in a supportive atmosphere.
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Cowboy Baseball vs. University of Kansas
Time: 6 P.M.
Location: O'Brate Stadium
Link for Family Weekend discount tickets is available for families who register for Spring Family Weekend through the registration link provided above. -
Cowgirl Softball vs. University of Arizona
Time: 6 P.M.
Location: Cowgirl Stadium
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Miss & Mr. American Indian OSU Pageant
Time: 6 P.M.
Location: Student Union Theater
The Native American Student Association (NASA) invites the Cowboy Family to join them as they crown the new Miss and Mister American Indian OSU for 2026-2027 and honor current royals for their hard work and dedication to representing NASA. -
Stillwater Community Activities
Time: Various times
Location: Throughout the Stillwater area
From concerts to community theater, there's lots going on during Spring Family Weekend. Check out Visit Stillwater for specific activities, times and locations.
Saturday, Apr. 18
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Remember the 10 Run
Time: 8 A.M.
Location: Gallagher-Iba Arena
Sign up to volunteer or to participate in the fun run, 5K or 10K, in memory of the 10 men from the Cowboy Basketball family who tragically lost their lives in a plane crash on Jan. 27, 2001. Proceeds benefit the Remember the Ten Scholarship Program for students in OSU's counseling and mental health graduate programs, who helped the Cowboy family heal in the days, weeks and months following the tragedy. Enter the race or sign up to volunteer HERE.
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OSU Museum of Art with Guild Hall Exhibit
Time: 11 A.M. - 4 P.M.
Location: 3300 W. 6th Ave.
Bring the family to view works borrowed from the Guild Hall Museum in East Hampton, New York, including works by Andy Warhol, Jackson Pollock and many more. The artists involved in this exhibition greatly contributed to the artist developments of the late 19th and early 20th century.
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Made in Oklahoma... STATE Event
Time: 11 A.M. - 3 P.M.
Location: Student Union, 4th Floor
Make a memory, make a difference and celebrate the unique products of the State of Oklahoma at Made in Oklahoma... STATE! During this inaugural Spring Family Weekend event, OSU Family Engagement will host vendors from the Made In Oklahoma program, have volunteer stations where family members can make a difference through various projects for different causes, and will host a dedicated "family photo" area for capturing a reminder of who helped you make your amazing Family Weekend memories.
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OSU Remembrance Ceremony
Time: 4 - 5 P.M.
Location: OSU Remembrance Garden
The annual Remembrance Ceremony is a time to gather, remember, and reflect on the lives of fellow members of the Oklahoma State family who have passed away throughout the last year. -
Outdoor Adventure Paddle Pay
Time: 1 - 5 P.M.
Location: Lake Carl Blackwell
Join OSU's Outdoor Adventure for a relaxing day on the water filled with fun, fresh air and great company. Whether you’re new to paddling or an experienced kayaker, it’s the perfect chance to unwind, explore the lake and enjoy the beauty of Oklahoma outdoors. All experience levels are welcome! $10 charge for students and Colvin Center members, and $15 charge for non-members. -
Cowgirl Softball vs. University of Arizona
Time: 2 P.M.
Location: Cowgirl Stadium
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Cowboy Baseball vs. University of Kansas
Time: 6 P.M.
Location: O'Brate Stadium
Link for Family Weekend discount tickets is available for families who register for Spring Family Weekend through the registration link provided above. -
Cowgirl Soccer vs. Pittsburg State
Time: TBA
Location: Neal Patterson Stadium
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Spring Sing
Time: 6:30 P.M.
Location: Gallagher-Iba Arena
Enjoy an evening of live entertainment benefitting Coaches vs. Cancer at Spring Sing, an annual singing competition performed by the fraternity and sorority community. Learn more and purchase tickets HERE. -
Stillwater Community Activities
Time: Various times
Location: Throughout the Stillwater area
From concerts to community theater, there's lots going on during Spring Family Weekend. Check out Visit Stillwater for specific activities, times and locations.
Sunday, Apr. 19
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Cowgirl Softball vs. University of Arizona
Time: 11 A.M.
Location: Cowgirl Stadium
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Cowboy Baseball vs. University of Kansas
Time: 1 P.M.
Location: O'Brate Stadium
Link for Family Weekend discount tickets is available for families who register for Spring Family Weekend through the registration link provided above. -
Stillwater Community Activities
Time: Various times
Location: Throughout the Stillwater area
From concerts to community theater, there's lots going on during Spring Family Weekend. Check out Visit Stillwater for specific activities, times and locations.
Fall Family Weekend
Dates for Fall 2026 Family Weekend will be announced in April. We look forward to having you on campus to celebrate the Cowboy Family!