Family Weekend
Join us for Family Weekend on Sept. 19-21, 2025!
Family Weekend is a great time to hang out with your family and have fun around town with events at WSU and in Winona.
Many events are free, while some require tickets or other entry fees.
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Friday
Jack Kane Dining Hall | 4:30-7pm
Students can use their Dining Dollars for their family members.
Otherwise, dinner costs $12.14 per person.
Levee Park | 6pm
Enjoy a beautiful 60-minute scenic cruise down the Mississippi River aboard WSU’s Cal Fremling.
Water and snacks will be provided. Main cabin has heating and cooling capabilities.
Tickets are required.
Kryzsko Ballroom | 7pm
Enjoy a classic Winona State night of bingo. We’ll host games until we’ve distributed all prizes.
You can also roast a s’more at the Kryzsko Commons Fire Feature Patio.
Saturday
Levee Park | 9am, 10:30am, 12pm, 4:30pm, 6pm
Enjoy a beautiful 60-minute scenic cruise down the Mississippi River aboard WSU’s Cal Fremling.
Water and snacks will be provided. Main cabin has heating and cooling capabilities.
Tickets are required.
Kryzsko Ballroom | 9:30am
Each registration for WSU Family Weekend includes brunch, a University welcome, and a photo booth with a branded magnet frame.
Tickets are required.
Kryzsko Ballroom | 11am
Join the Raptor Center for an informative and exciting raptor presentation.
Learn more about these impressive birds and get an up close look at what they can do.
Tickets are required.
Johnson St. | 11am-1pm
You can participate in Warrior Gameday Experience without registering for Family Weekend or buying football tickets.
Kryzsko Ballroom | 7pm
The Warrior Entertainment Network welcomes David Koechner to Winona State.
He’s known for iconic roles in “Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy,” “The Office,” and “Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby.”
Tickets are required.
Sunday
Levee Park | 8:30am, 10am, 11:30am, 1pm, 2:30pm, and 4pm
Enjoy a beautiful 60-minute scenic cruise down the Mississippi River aboard WSU’s Cal Fremling.
Water and snacks will be provided. Main cabin has heating and cooling capabilities.
Tickets are required.
Jack Kane Dining Hall | 10am-1pm
Students can use their Dining Dollars for their family members.
Otherwise, brunch costs $12.14 per person.
Stop by the WSU Bookstore to get your WSU gear and show your Warrior Pride.
The WSU Bookstore is located in the lower level of Kryzsko Commons and will be open on Friday and Saturday of Family Weekend.
From Monet and Picasso to talented local artists, there’s something for everyone.
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All within 30 minutes of Winona, these spots are totally worth the scenic drive. You can see live eagles up close and personal or have some of the best apples around.
Get all the info you need about lodging, restaurants, driving directions, things to do, and more.
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If you have any questions about events, purchasing tickets, or just about WSU, let us know!