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Dads Weekend to feature fun activities, special performances

Ohio University will be filled with family members, fun activities and corny jokes this weekend for the annual Dads Weekend celebration.

Dads Weekend, held Nov. 1-3, provides family members and friends with another opportunity connect with their students before the fall semester ends. This year’s Dads Weekend events include special performances, casino games, day hikes, several special dining options including Pancakes with the President(opens in a new window), and even an opportunity to play miniature golf in Alden Library.(opens in a new window)

A photo of coffee mugs that all say "Dads Weekend - Ohio University"

Friday, Nov. 1 activities

Dads eat free with students who have meal plans(opens in a new window)  – On Friday, Saturday and Sunday, if OHIO students swipe into Nelson Court or The District, dads get to enjoy a meal for free. 

Tantrum Theater presents “Pride and Prejudice” (opens in a new window)-  On Friday and Saturday, performances will begin at 8 p.m. in the Forum Theater in the Radio and Television Building, You can read more about the production in this Ohio Today article.(opens in a new window)

Dad's Weekend Nerd Night (commuter event)(opens in a new window) – Commuter students are invited to bring family members to participate in board games, card games, Mario Kart, UNO, Just Dance, karaoke and more from 3-7 p.m. in Jefferson Hall 160.

Physics Colloquium -  Physics for the People: Charting an APS Roadmap for Civic Science and Public Engagement (opens in a new window)- The Physics and Astronomy Colloquium Series(opens in a new window) presents Jennifer Parsons from the American Physical Society, discussing "Physics for the People: Charting an APS Roadmap for Civic Science and Public Engagement" beginning at 4:10 p.m. in Walter Hall 145.

Dads Weekend Action Station: Stir Fry Bowls(opens in a new window) – From 6-7 p.m. in Latitude 39. For prices and additional details, please see this website.(opens in a new window)

OHIO Volleyball vs Central Michigan(opens in a new window) – 6 p.m. in the Convocation Center.

Black Sheep Improv at Latitude 39(opens in a new window) - Black Sheep Improv, an Ohio University student organization, will present a special Dads Weekend comedy show at Latitude 39 from 7 – 8 p.m.

Fry Street Quartet: American String Teachers Association (ASTA) Invitational(opens in a new window) - The evening will feature a special performance from the Fry Street Quartet. The event begins at 7 p.m. in Glidden Hall 497.

Joe Gatto (OHIO Live)(opens in a new window) (Please note: This event is now sold out)- Gatto will perform in the Templeton-Blackburn Alumni Memorial Auditorium.

Saturday, Nov. 2 activities

Tylor Brooks plays miniature golf in Alden Library while his father, Jeff Brooks, watches during Dads Weekend 2023.

Family Weekends Day Hike(opens in a new window) – On Saturday and Sunday, join Outdoor Pursuits and travel to Hocking Hills to experience some of the best hiking the state has to offer. The activities will begin at 9 a.m. each day. Please see this website for more information.(opens in a new window)

Athens Farmers Market(opens in a new window) – From 9 a.m. until noon at 701 East State Street in Athens.

Alden Open(opens in a new window) - Celebrate Dads Weekend with a round of mini-golf in Alden Library, open from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m.

OHIO Volleyball vs. Central Michigan(opens in a new window) – 4 p.m. in the Convocation Center.

Donuts with Dad(opens in a new window) - Enjoy free coffee and donuts while supplies last, and make the most of this special time with your dad or father figure in West 82 in the Baker University Center from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m.

Dads Weekend: Buffet and Save the Glass Event(opens in a new window) - Enjoy a delicious buffet and receive signature Dads Weekend glassware (while supplies last) at Latitude 39. For prices, hours and additional information, please see this calendar listing.(opens in a new window)

Dads Weekend Mixer at the Multicultural Center(opens in a new window)  - This event will feature a table tennis tournament, games, college football streaming, tailgate style food, pictures and a cash bar, beginning at noon in the Multicultural Center.

NAHM: Men's Lacrosse Exhibition vs Akron(opens in a new window) – From 1 – 3 p.m. in Walter Fieldhouse.

UPC's Dads Weekend Casino Royale(opens in a new window) - Every game is free to play and raffles are available. The event will be held from 2 -5 p.m. in the Baker University Center, with the check-in at the third-floor atrium.

Wings + Whiskey: Hosted by Hillel(opens in a new window) - Join Ohio University's Hillel for its annual Dads Weekend event. For more information or to RSVP, please see this calendar listing.(opens in a new window)

An Evening of History and Mystery: Dinner Theater(opens in a new window) - Doors open at 5 p.m. and the show will start at 6 p.m. at the Southeast Ohio History Center. For ticket information and additional details, please see this website.(opens in a new window)

Sunday, Nov. 3 activities

Mimi Calhoun poses for a photo with her father, Jack Calhoun, in Alden Library during Dads Weekend 2023

Pancakes with the President: A Flying Flapjack Event(opens in a new window) - End Dads Weekend with a fun and delicious breakfast hosted by the Office of the Dean of Students, with Ohio University President Lori Stewart Gonzalez. This event is free and open to all while supplies last, from 10 a.m. until noon at 29 Park Place.

Community Open Studio(opens in a new window) - The Kennedy Museum of Art’s November Community Open Studio will be inspired by Ahren Lee's woven work “Timesheet Nov 4-10, 2018,” currently on display in the Self Adjacent exhibition. For more information or to register to attend, please see this calendar listing.(opens in a new window)

For additional information on Dads Weekend and the upcoming family weekend, including Sibs Weekend on Feb. 7-9, 2025, and Moms Weekend on April 4-6, 2025, please see the Family Weekends website.(opens in a new window)

Published
October 31, 2024
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