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Family Weekend<\/h1>
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Join us for Family Weekend on Sept. 11-13, 2026!<\/p>\n

Family Weekend is a great time to hang out with your family and have fun around town with events at WSU and in Winona.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n \n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n\n\n\n \n

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Event details for 2026 are coming soon. Please check back later for an updated schedule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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2025 Scheduled Events<\/div>\n
From river cruises to a welcome brunch to live entertainment, there’s plenty to keep you busy this weekend.<\/div>\n \n\n

Many events are free, while some require tickets or other entry fees.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Buy Tickets Online<\/span>\n<\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n

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Dinner<\/div>\n

Jack Kane Dining Hall | 4:30-7pm<\/p>\n

Students can use their Dining Dollars for their family members.<\/p>\n

Otherwise, dinner costs $12.14 per person.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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Mississippi River Cruise on the Cal Fremling<\/div>\n

Levee Park | 6pm <\/p>\n

Enjoy a beautiful 60-minute scenic cruise down the Mississippi River aboard WSU’s Cal Fremling.<\/p>\n

Water and snacks will be provided. Main cabin has heating and cooling capabilities.<\/p>\n

Tickets are required.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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Family Weekend Bingo <\/div>\n

Kryzsko Ballroom | 7pm<\/p>\n

Enjoy a classic Winona State night of bingo. We’ll host games until we’ve distributed all prizes.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Mississippi River Cruise on the Cal Fremling <\/div>\n

Levee Park | 9am, 10:30am, 12pm, 4:30pm, 6pm<\/p>\n

Enjoy a beautiful 60-minute scenic cruise down the Mississippi River aboard WSU’s Cal Fremling.<\/p>\n

Water and snacks will be provided. Main cabin has heating and cooling capabilities.<\/p>\n

Tickets are required.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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Welcome & Brunch<\/div>\n

Kryzsko Ballroom | 9:30am<\/p>\n

Each registration for WSU Family Weekend includes brunch, a University welcome, and a photo booth with a branded magnet frame.<\/p>\n

Tickets are required.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Raptor (Birds of Prey) Show<\/div>\n

Kryzsko Ballroom | 11am <\/p>\n

Join the Raptor Center for an informative and exciting raptor presentation. <\/p>\n

Learn more about these impressive birds and get an up close look at what they can do.<\/p>\n

Tickets are required.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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Warrior Gameday Experience<\/div>\n

Johnson St. | 11am-1pm<\/p>\n

You can participate in Warrior Gameday Experience without registering for Family Weekend or buying football tickets.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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David Koechner Comedy Show<\/div>\n

Kryzsko Ballroom | 7pm<\/p>\n

The Warrior Entertainment Network welcomes David Koechner to Winona State. <\/p>\n

He’s known for iconic roles in “Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy,” “The Office,” and “Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby.”<\/p>\n

Tickets are required.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Mississippi River Cruise on the Cal Fremling<\/div>\n

Levee Park | 8:30am, 10am, 11:30am, 1pm, 2:30pm, and 4pm<\/p>\n

Enjoy a beautiful 60-minute scenic cruise down the Mississippi River aboard WSU’s Cal Fremling.<\/p>\n

Water and snacks will be provided. Main cabin has heating and cooling capabilities.<\/p>\n

Tickets are required.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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Brunch<\/div>\n

Jack Kane Dining Hall | 10am-1pm<\/p>\n

Students can use their Dining Dollars for their family members.<\/p>\n

Otherwise, brunch costs $12.14 per person.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div><\/div>\n\n\n

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Stop by the WSU Bookstore to get your WSU gear and show your Warrior Pride.<\/p>\n

The WSU Bookstore is located in the lower level of Kryzsko Commons and will be open on Friday and Saturday of Family Weekend.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n

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Lake Lodge Recreation Center<\/div>\n
You can rent canoes, kayaks, sit-on-top kayaks, stand-up paddle boards, and bikes from the Lake Lodge located on Lake Winona. <\/div>\n \n\n Lake Lodge Recreation Center<\/span>\n<\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n
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Minnesota Marine Art Museum<\/div>\n
The Minnesota Marine Art Museum (MMAM) is home to some of the most unique and significant marine artworks in the Midwest.\r\n<\/div>\n \n\n

From Monet and Picasso to talented local artists, there’s something for everyone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Minnesota Marine Art Museum<\/span>\n<\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n

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Winona Farmer’s Market<\/div>\n
Support local producers of everything from fruits and veggies to baked foods, flowers, and artisan goods at the Winona Farmers Market.<\/div>\n \n\n Winona Farmers Market<\/span>\n<\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n
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More Fun (and an Easy Drive)<\/div>\n
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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. <\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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