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What to Know and Where to Go
Family Weekend Check-In
When you arrive on campus, make your way to our central check-in station to get your Family Weekend badge, a program map, a ticket for Saturday's Blue and Gold Game and an exclusive Family Weekend giveaway (while supplies last)!
Starting with our Family Weekend Kick-Off Reception, checking in is required in order to attend any Family Weekend events. Checking in is not required to attend Friday's daytime programs.
Not arriving till Saturday? Your student can check-in for your party on Friday and pick up all event materials and your giveaway!
Friday Check-In
The Epstein Family Amphitheater
1 - 8 p.m.
Saturday Check-In
Sun God Lawn
8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Wondering where to go for sessions?
We've got you covered. Locations for Friday's Family Weekend sessions can be found on our online schedule. Locations for Saturday's sessions will be provided with your program map when you check in.
Support the Triton Food Pantry When You Check In!
Each year, the Triton Food Pantry provides fresh produce, canned goods and other groceries and supplies for more that 5,000 students.
At check-in on Saturday, we will be collecting non-perishable food items and personal hygiene products to support the Triton Food Pantry. Bring your items to check in at Sun God Lawn on Saturday!
We're in particular need of:
At check-in on Saturday, we will be collecting non-perishable food items and personal hygiene products to support the Triton Food Pantry. Bring your items to check in at Sun God Lawn on Saturday!
We're in particular need of:
Non-Perishable Food Items
- Tomato Sauce/Pasta Sauce
- Shelf-stable Milk (non-dairy and dairy)
- Shelf-stable Stock (chicken, vegetable, etc.)
- Dried Beans/Legumes
- Canned Tuna/Spam
- Rice/Dried Pasta
- Canned vegetables
- Ready to eat meals
Personal Hygiene Products
- Toilet tissue
- Laundry pods
- Dish Soap
- Pocket Tissue
- Bar Soap
- Hand Sanitizer
- Sunscreen
- Deodorant
- Infant Formula
Security and Approved Items
We're expecting record numbers for this year's Family Weekend, and we're hosting events at some the largest venues UC San Diego has to offer. Please review the following security policies regarding approved items, security and bag checks:
Epstein Family Amphitheater
All bags are subject to search by security officers. Please visit and review the Amphitheater's Visit FAQs for more details on allowed and prohibited items at the amphitheater.LionTree Arena
All persons and items entering LionTree Arena are subject to search. Please visit and review the LionTree Arena's venue policy for more details on allowed and prohibited items.