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Frequently Asked Questions
Wondering where to park or how to change your registration? We've got you covered.
Family Weekend is the hottest ticket in town!
We're thrilled to see how excited you are to join us on campus in October! For the first time ever, we have reached our registration capacity for the weekend. This means, unfortunately, we aren't able to offer onsite registration or add additional attendees to already registered parties.
However, guests are always welcome at UC San Diego, and there's still plenty to do on and around campus. We know your student would love to have you here.
Registration Questions
Is there a cost to attend Family Weekend?
Nope! Family Weekend is free for all guests. Your registration also includes free tickets to the Women's Volleyball Blue and Gold Game on Saturday evening.
Does my student need to register?
Yes! The easiest way to ensure your student is registered is to add them as a guest to your registration, just like you would for any other family member.
How can I see what I registered for?
You should have received a confirmation email from parents@ucsd.edu when you registered. That email includes a confirmation number and a link to modify your registration. Click on the modify registration link and enter your email and confirmation number when prompted. You'll be able to review and update your registration.
I didn't receive a confirmation email. Where can I find my confirmation number?
If you didn't receive a confirmation email, please check your spam or junk filter. If, after that, you still don't have a confirmation email, that means that, unfortunately, you didn't register (or finish registering) for Family Weekend. While we aren't able to accommodate additional registrations for Family Weekend, there's still plenty to do on and around campus while you're here! And, you can purchase your own tickets to the Blue and Gold Women's Volleyball Game vs. UC Irvine, which means you can still be part of the Family Weekend festivities. And remember, student tickets are always free!
Is there a waitlist for Family Weekend?
There is a very limited waitlist for Family Weekend, which is currently full. At the moment, we do not expect that we'll be able to invite people from our waitlist to join Family Weekend. Unfortunately, we aren't able to add anyone to the waitlist right now.
Can I transfer my registration to someone else?
Sure! If someone else in your family or party will be taking your place (or someone else's), please reach out to us at parents@ucsd.edu and we'll be happy to update your party's registration accordingly. Please note, however, that we will only be able to make these changes through close of business (4:30 p.m. PT) on Thursday, October 17.
What if I need to change or cancel my registration?
No problem. Once you register, you'll get a confirmation email from parents@ucsd.edu. If you need to modify or cancel your registration for any reason, you'll find links in that confirmation email that will allow you to do so.
Getting There and Checking In
Do you have any hotel recommendations?
We do! UC San Diego has partnered with Bartell Hotel to offer families reduced hotel rates at some of the finest properties in San Diego. Check out our Visiting San Diego page for more info.
Where do I park for Family Weekend? Is parking free?
Parking on campus always requires a paid permit. Parking permits can be purchased at pay stations in parking structures or online via the ParkMobile app.For specifics about where to park for Family Weekend, check out our Parking and Transportation page.
Where and when do I check in for Family Weekend?
On Friday, you can check in at the Epstein Family Amphitheater any time between 1 and 8 p.m.On Saturday, check in at Sun God Lawn between 8:30 a.m. and 4 p.m.
You only need to check in once, and one person in your party can check in for everyone. That means that you can send your student to check in for your party on Friday and ensure you get your exclusive Family Weekend tote while supplies last!
Find all the check-in info you need (including information about our Triton Food Pantry drive!) on our What to Know and Where to Go page.
Are there accessibility accommodations available?
Yes! If you or anyone in your party needs help getting around campus, call our mobility shuttle at 858-239-6845 and we'll arrange to pick you up.
Attending Events and Sessions
Do I have to be registered for a session to attend it?
We do need to prioritize those folks who are registered for individual sessions. That said, if there's a session you're particularly interested in that you weren't able to register for, you're welcome to check it out and, if there's space once the session starts, grab a seat. We just ask that you not take a seat until (and unless) there is space once the session starts.
Do I need to wear my name badge to be able to attend Family Weekend events?
Yep! Your name badge is how we'll know that you're a registered participant in Family Weekend. With a sold-out weekend, staff will be making sure that we're prioritizing registered guests for all sessions and events, so keep that name badge on all weekend!
Is food provided during the weekend?
There will be food at some of our event!Friday's Family Weekend Kick-Off Reception will have some light bites and non-alcoholic beverages available. During our movie night, there will be popcorn, movie snacks and beverages (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) available for purchase, courtesy of alumni-owned Snake Oil Cocktail. We do strongly encourage guests to eat a late lunch or early dinner before the reception and movie, as we are not able to serve a full meal.
On Saturday morning, there will be continental breakfast available at our Student Research Showcase.
Eateries on campus will be open throughout the weekend. Check out a list of places to eat on campus, complete with hours and locations.