Family Weekend 2026

Family Weekend is October 2 & 3, 2026, We’re excited to welcome families back to College of the Ozarks for Family Weekend, a special tradition that brings our campus community together.

Family Weekend is a chance to reconnect, experience campus life alongside your student, and enjoy time together. From campus activities and performances to exploring familiar places and making new memories, we hope you’ll take full advantage of the weekend and all it has to offer.

Family Weekend registration is open!

HOW TO REGISTER: 

• Family – register your whole family and include your student(s).
• Student – register as a current CofO student attending without family.

Current CofO students registering without their family will still need a wristband and may purchase a t-shirt. 

Registration is open from August 18 – October 2, 2026

Family Registration: $30
Register by September 7 and get 2 FREE T-shirts!

Student Registration: FREE
T-shirts are available to purchase.

Need more shirts? Additional shirts can be purchased with registration.

T-shirt order deadline: September 7 

>>>>Check out the new tees on our Instagram: @cofo.familyweekend<<<<

Wristbands are required for entry to all Family Weekend events, see detailed schedule below.

REGISTER NOW

Registration is required. You’re welcome to choose the events that work best for you and enjoy the Family Weekend atmosphere. And don’t be surprised if your student has a few plans of their own for you!

Please Note: Unfortunately, due to pre-ordering, no refunds will be issued. Children 2 and under, registration/wristband is not required.
 

What's Included

• 4 wristbands (or 1 per person who has been registered)
• 2 t-shirts
• 1 Kettle Korn ticket (redeem for a family-sized bag)
• CofO student-made product discount code 
• Family Weekend newspaper (includes schedule, map, rules for game & weekend detail)

registration pick up & lodging info

Registration Bag Pick-Up
Students need to pick up family or individual registration bags in the Tilmon Conference Room, Watson Building at the following times:

• Wednesday, September 30-Friday October 2 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
• Saturday, October 3 – 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM **pick up at the Info Tent in Davis Plaza:

Important: Wristbands are required for Family Weekend events. Your registration bags include all the information you need for an amazing weekend!

Plan Ahead – Lodging Fills Up Fast!

We highly recommend booking your accommodations as soon as possible. With College of the Ozarks just minutes from Branson, area hotels, rentals, and campsites tend to fill quickly—especially during busy fall weekends.

Need ideas? Explore options on Explore Branson and Visit MO to find everything from hotels and Airbnb rentals to campgrounds and cabins.

All Family Weekend events take place on Friday, October 2, and Saturday, October 3.
Check out the full schedule below and make your plans early to ensure a smooth and memorable visit!