Friday, October 2, 2026

Family Weekend Open Mic & Talent Show 

Rowan After Hours (RAH) | Student Center Pit | 9:00 pm - 1:00 am | FREE

"Get ready for a night of unforgettable talent and nonstop fun! Join RAH for our Family Weekend Open Mic Night and Talent Show, where students and their families take the stage to sing, dance, perform comedy, play instruments, and everything in between. Whether you're performing or cheering from the crowd, it's a night of creativity, suproses, and campus spirit you won't want to miss!" 

Saturday, October 3rd, 2026 

Family Weekend Block Party !! 

SEFC | Parking Lot O-1 (By Richard Wacker Stadium) | 10:00 am - 1:00 pm | FREE

Join us at our annual Family Weekend Block Party! Enjoy a variety of food trucks, yard games, and free giveways from our participating Rowan departments, clubs, and offices. Bring your family and friends for a fun-filled day! 

Free Flue Vaccines 

Rowan Wellness Center | Parking Lot O-1 (By Richard Wacker Stadium) | 10:00 am - 1:00 pm | FREE

Need a flu shot? The Rowan Wellness Center is giving them out during this year's Family Weekend Block Party. While registration is not available yet, please remember to register each person in your group who will be receiving a vaccine. Vaccines will be available for those aged 18 years and older. Please remember to bring your insurance card. Registration will be posted when available. 

Fill the Van! 

Co-sponsored by SGA and The Shop | Parking Lot O-1 (By Richard Wacker Stadium) | 10:00 am - 11:00 pm 

The Shop is Rowan University's first-ever on-campus food pantry and resource center available to students in need. With a particular focus in addressing issues of food insecurity, The Shop offers a range of free and confidential support services that can connect students with appropriate campus and community resources. During this Family Weekend Block Party, we encourage you to consider donating items such as nonperishable food, school supplies, toiletries, hygiene products, bakery items, fresh produce, and other frozen and perishable foods. Additionally, coats, hats, and gloves for winter will be accepted. To see what items The Shop needs, click here. 

Rowan University vs. Vermont State Castleton 

Rowan Football | Richard Wacker Stadium | 1:00 pm  

After the Family Weekend Block Party is done, feel free to walk over to Wacker Stadium to watch our football team play! 

*** Please note, tickets cannot be purchased in person on the day of the event at the ticket stand. All tickets must be purchased online ahead of the game starting. Click here to learn more about buying tickets from Rowan Athletics. Tickets for the October 3rd game may not be available to purchase until closer to the date.***

Glassboro Art Walk & Night Market 

Glassboro | Glassboro Town Square | 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Join local artisans in Downtown Glassboro and see them demonstrate the skills necessary for their crafts! Enjoy nice music, art vendors, demonstrations, food trucks, and interactive art. 

Find free parking by going to this parking map. 

Click here for more information on the event! 

Family Weekend $1,000 Bingo 

RAH | Student Center Pit | 9:00 pm - 1:00 am | FREE

"Did someone say bingo?! Join RAH for your chance to win great Prof-themed prizes! Family members are welcome to attend as a part of Family Weekend. For an extra bingo board, bring a non-perishable item to donate to The SHOP."