Family Weekend 2024- Welcome to the Nest

Our campus partners will be under the tent on Freshman Quad. Wander through our Family Resource Fair to visit with and learn about the many offices and resources available to your students on campus.

A miniature 9 hole putt putt golf course will be set up on Freshman Quad for families and students to enjoy at their leisure on Friday afternoon. Putters, golf balls and score cards will be provided.

Families can pick up an area map and list of commercial residential properties near campus for a self-guided walking tour at their own pace. Select commercial residential properties will be open 12 - 5pm and between 10am – 4pm on Saturday.

Maps are available at the Family Welcome Tent on Freshman Quad or from the Off-Campus Housing Office in McCoy Hall.

Stop by during this time to check in for Family Weekend and let us know you have arrived. Staff will be available to answer any questions you have about the schedule and programming. Families only need to check in one time.

Free parking is available in the South Garage and San Martin Garage

This information session will give first-year families an overview of the on-campus housing selection process for sophomore year and the off-campus housing process for junior year. Following the session, families will be provided an area map and list of commercial residential properties near campus for a self-guided walking tour at their own pace. Select commercial residential properties will be open until 5pm and between 10am – 4pm on Saturday.

This information session is for First-year families only.

The Imagine Center serves as the home of seven departments: Life Design Lab, Hopkins Office of Undergraduate Research, Global Education Office, University Experiential Learning, Hopkins Connect, Hire Hopkins, and PHutures.
Stop by to get a glimpse into the wonderful services being offered to our students and alumni from this location. More details on the Imagine Center can be found here: provost.jhu.edu/imagine-center-for-integrative-learning-and-life-design/

Tours will be given on the half hour with the last tour starting at 3:30pm.

• 1:00pm Tour
• 1:30pm Tour
• 2:00PM Tour
• 2:30pm Tour
• 3:00pm Tour
• 3:30pm Tour

Join Chef Pedro Duarte and Catering Director Virginia Lane with 1876 Distinction, JHU’s on-campus caterer, as they demonstrate how to make a tasty avocado snack. Face off against fellow attendees in a challenge to see who can make a better reconstructed avocado based on taste, assembly, and garnish.

Tickets are $10 and all proceeds will go to the JHU food pantry, which assists JHU students with food insecurities.

Come join us and cheer on our Women's Volleyball team to victory as they take on Eastern. Go Hop!

Join us on September 27 at 7 PM in Shriver Hall for an unforgettable night of Mystical Wonders, featuring two incredible acts that will leave you amazed and captivated! First, prepare to be dazzled by Kid Ace, a dynamic magician known for his cutting-edge illusions and charismatic performance style. From mind-bending tricks to jaw-dropping sleight of hand, Kid Ace brings a modern twist to the classic art of magic.

Then, experience the extraordinary talents of The Evasons, a world-renowned psychic mentalist duo. Watch in awe as they demonstrate their mind-reading abilities, predicting your thoughts and performing feats of telepathy that will leave you questioning what’s possible.

Don’t miss this unique blend of magic and mentalism—an event that promises to challenge your perceptions and keep you on the edge of your seat!

A medley of student written and student produced works

• General Admission Ticket
• JHU Student Ticket - with ID

Stop by during this time to check in for Family Weekend and let us know you have arrived. Staff will be available to answer any questions you have about the schedule and programming. Families only need to check in one time.

Free parking is available in the South Garage and San Martin Garage

Join us for a family friendly session in the Rec Center. Meditation can bring a sense of peace, relaxation, positive energy to face the day feeling hopeful, grateful and energized. Space is limited and will be on a first come, first serve basis.

President Daniels and university leadership invites Blue Jay Families to hear more about the current state of the undergraduate student experience. We will host a Q&A if time permits.

Seating is limited and is on a first come first serve basis. Tickets are required and available at the Family Weekend check in table.

No food or beverages are permitted in the auditorium.

Have questions about finding off-campus housing? Our staff will be on hand to answer questions and provide an area map and list of commercial residential properties near campus. No formal presentation will be given. Families will be able to go on a self-guided walking tour at their own pace. Select commercial residential properties will be open between 10am – 4pm on Saturday.

The Off-Campus Housing Office will host formal information sessions to give families an overview of the off campus housing process and area commercial residences. Registration is required and is limited to three tickets per family. (one JHU second year student and two guests). Families may only register for ONE session. Duplicate registrations will be deleted to allow room for all interested families an opportunity to participate.

Following the session, families will be provided an area map and list of commercial residential buildings near campus to visit.

Walking tours are self guided at your own pace. Select commercial residential properties will be open between 10am - 4pm on Saturday.

These Saturday sessions are limited to our second year students and their families only.

• 10:00am Information Session
• 10:30am Information Session
• 11:00am Information Session
• 11:30am Information Session
• 12:00pm Information Session
• 12:30pm Information Session
• 1:00pm Information Session
• 1:30pm Information Session

Families can pick up an area map and list of commercial residential properties near campus for a self-guided walking tour at their own pace. Select commercial residential properties will be open between 10am – 4pm on Saturday.

Maps are available at the Family Welcome Tent on Freshman Quad or from the Off-Campus Housing Office in McCoy Hall.

This event is designated for our FLI (First Generation Limited Income) Families only, as an opportunity to meet student success coaches, connect with other FLI families, and learn about programs and services from the Center for Student Success. Light refreshments will be served and there will be a designated play area for younger siblings. No registration is not required, just drop in for this event.

Yin Yoga is a quiet and contemplative practice great for all skill levels. Our instructor will lead this slow paced session to get your body moving. Space is limited and offered on a first come basis

Do you know your Homewood history? Why do many buildings on campus bear a resemblance to the Homewood Museum, and how does the Carroll family fit into the story? Join us for a tour of Homewood Campus, led by reference archivists in the Sheridan Libraries. 

Tour will be canceled in the event of rain.

Please join us for a Blue Jay picnic to enjoy a meal with other Blue Jay Families.

Tickets for lunch are $10 per person. JHU students are free.

Come cheer our Field Hockey team to victory as they take on Ursinus College. Go Hop!

Come join us and cheer on our Women's Volleyball team to victory as they take on Cortland SUNY. Go Hop!

Enjoy the artistry and spirit of Hopkins students in a special performance by our Homewood campus a capella groups. From the newest pop hits to beloved classics, this eclectic celebration of song is a staple of Family Weekend that shouldn't be missed! Tickets are $5 per person. JHU students are free.

• General Admission Ticket
• JHU Student Ticket - with ID

A Family Weekend favorite! Come to hear the best of JHU A Cappella in this annual performance featuring the dynamic and tuneful a cappella groups at JHU.

Tickets are $5, and free for JHU students.

• General Admission Ticket
• JHU Student - Free

Come join us and cheer on our Men's Soccer team to victory as they take on Ursinus College. Go Hop!

Join us for the ultimate Maryland experience at 2024 Crab Fest, Phi Delta Theta's premier fall fundraiser event! Enjoy freshly steamed Maryland blue crab dishes, prepared in collaboration with local vendors, and savor the authentic taste of Baltimore. Join students, alumni, and families in this incredible opportunity to indulge in a Maryland staple while contributing to a great cause.

Our event supports Live Like Lou, empowering ALS patients, families, and researchers in the quest for a cure. Inspired by the legacy of Lou Gehrig, a Phi Delta Theta member and renowned baseball player, who bravely battled ALS, we're committed to making a lasting impact on the ALS community.

In collaboration with the Packard Center for ALS Research at Johns Hopkins, we drive cutting-edge scientific advancements.
For nearly 25 years, the Packard Center, solely funded by philanthropy, has been at the forefront of ALS research, seeking a breakthrough treatment.

Ticket options include a crab plate package, good for a plate of crabs, two sides of choice, and a drink. Also offered is an all-you-can-eat ticket, for unlimited crabs and sides, with a drink. Make sure you buy your tickets before Monday, September 23rd before prices rise!

Don't miss Crab Fest! Relish mouthwatering crab dishes and be a catalyst for meaningful research initiatives. Together, let's make a difference and celebrate the spirit of community and philanthropy. Get your tickets now to be part of this incredible event!

• Crab Plate Package!
• All You Can Eat!
• Family Package! (3 All-You-Can-Eat Tickets)
• Donation!

Come join us and cheer on our Women's Soccer team to victory as they take on Ursinus College. Go Hop!

A medley of student written and student produced works

• General Admission Ticket
• JHU Student Ticket - with ID

Are you ready to tap into your inner Picasso? Finish out Family Weekend together with family paint event. Create the beautiful picture you always wanted with a little guidance and support in a painting class led by professional instructors. Each participant creates their own masterpiece.

A light breakfast will be served.

Tickets are $35 per person.

Do you know your Homewood history? Why do many buildings on campus bear a resemblance to the Homewood Museum, and how does the Carroll family fit into the story? Join us for a tour of Homewood Campus, led by reference archivists in the Sheridan Libraries. 

Tour will be canceled in the event of rain.

A medley of student written and student produced works

• General Admission Ticket
• JHU Student Ticket - with ID