MACON, Ga. — Mercer University’s Office of Campus Life has organized three days of events Oct. 3-5 to celebrate Family Weekend 2025.
Every year, Mercer plans a weekend for families of students to visit the beautiful campus and experience a day in the life of their student(s). Family Weekend 2025 brings together students, parents, siblings and other relatives for a weekend filled with excitement and bonding as well as opportunities for families to meet Mercer’s administration and faculty while enjoying arts, athletic and social events.
“Family Weekend is an important tradition at Mercer, and the Office of Campus Life and Student Involvement is excited to host more than 450 families for a robust weekend of activities,” said Meredith Keating White, executive director of campus life and student involvement. “There is something for all Mercer families, whether it be arts, education or athletics-focused. All Mercer families are welcome.”
Registration is recommended and can be completed online by Oct. 2 or on-site Friday, Oct. 3, 4:30-7 p.m., at the Campus Life Office and Saturday, Oct. 4, 8 a.m.-11:15 p.m., at the Connell Student Center. The $25 registration includes Friday night events, breakfast on Saturday, one welcome bag per family, tailgate activities, access to educational sessions and events, a restaurant discount card and the opportunity to purchase Family Weekend t-shirts for only $7 each.
Events planned for Family Weekend 2025 include:
Friday, Oct. 3:
Cubstock 7-8:30 p.m.
Toney Auditorium
Join the Mercer community as it shows off its talent at Cubstock, the student talent show.
Saturday, Oct. 4:
Family Weekend Concert
11-11:50 a.m.
McCorkle Music Building
This program in the Fickling Recital Hall will feature many of the talented students of the Townsend School of Music. The concert, hosted by the Mercer Singers, will include a kaleidoscope of solo, duet and quartet performances by vocal and instrumental musicians.
Football Tailgate
12-3 p.m.
Black Field
There will be free tailgate treats for families while supplies last. Live music from the Ford Concert Series, inflatables, Mercer giveaways and tailgate games for the family will also be featured. Join the Mercer cheerleaders and Toby the Bear at the tailgate after the Bear Walk at 1:30 p.m.
Mercer Football vs. Samford
4 p.m.
Mercer is challenging a fierce SOCON rival, Samford, in this Family Weekend game. Tickets can be purchased separately for the football game at Mercer Ticket Sales.
Sunday, Oct. 5
Tower Tours
10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Godsey Administration Building
Families are invited to participate in a Mercer tradition. Participants must be able to climb stairs and ladders to participate. Spaces are limited; tours are in 20-minute increments. Pre-registration is required.
Women’s Soccer vs. VMI
1 p.m.
Betts Stadium
Mercer women’s soccer is going up against conference rival Virginia Military Institute. Admission is free for the whole family!
Explore
Families are encouraged to explore Mercer Village and Macon all day using a Very Important Family (V.I.F) card offering exclusive discounts at restaurants in Mercer Village and the surrounding neighborhood.
A complete schedule of events and frequently asked questions is available online, or you can email campuslife@mercer.edu or call (478) 301-2692 with questions.
