September 26, 2026
Every fall, Heidelberg University welcomes the families of our current students! On this celebratory day, you'll participate in a variety of fun activities, so we hope you make plans to attend this exciting day on campus! Registration closes Friday, September 18th at 11:00pm.
Click here to Register for Families Day
Basic Registration Fees
$35 per person
$20 for children 12 and under
Children 2 and under – free!
*You do not need to register your Berg student*
What's Included with Families Registration
- All Family programming
- An exclusive Families Day gift
- A fun Berg giveaway for the big game
- Saturday lunch and dinner
- Entrance to the football and soccer games
Schedule
Check-In
8:00 am – 9:00 am | Campus Center Front Lawn
11:30 am - 12:00 pm | Saurwein Patio and Lawn
Check in, grab your registration packet, and get ready for a great day at Heidelberg!
Bookstore Open
9:00 am - 5:00 pm | Campus Center
Check out the newest ‘Berg Gear!
Classes Without Quizzes
8:30 am - 9:30 am | Frost Lecture Hall
Enjoy mini-lectures from Heidelberg’s esteemed faculty and get a taste of what your students are experiencing!
- Dr. Justin Pruneski, Professor of Biology
- Dr. Matthew Kennedy, Assistant Professor of Music Composition and Theory
- Dr. Salil Khetani, Associate Professor of Marketing
- Dr. Otto Shaw, Assistant Professor, Mathematics Education
- Dr. Nichole Griffin, Assistant Professor of Education
Berg Porch Fest
9:00 am - 11:45 am | “Porches” Around Campus
A lively, walkable music festival featuring live performances at various outdoor locations. Inspired by the growing popularity of porch music festivals nationwide, Berg Porch Fest will showcase local talent across multiple "porch" stages, encouraging guests to stroll from set to set and enjoy a wide range of musical styles in a relaxed, outdoor setting.
- 9:00 am-9:45 am (University Hall) - Greg Ramsdell
- 9:30 am-10:15 am (University Commons) - Rob Malone
- 10:00 am-10:45am (Saurwein Patio) - Tinfoil
- 10:30 am-11:15 am (Front of Campus Center) - Eli Rousculp
- 11:00 am-11:45 am (University Commons) - Martin Koop
*Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets and explore the scenic Heidelberg grounds while enjoying the diverse lineup.
Tailgate Lunch
12:00 pm | Saurwein Patio and Lawn
Lunch is tailgate-style, with Parkhurst manning the grill! Enjoy the atmosphere, a great meal and great conversation with members of the Heidelberg community. ‘Berg gear is encouraged!
- Welcome - President Rob Huntington
- Closing Remarks - Dean Chris Abrams
Football Game vs. Muskingum University
1:30 pm | Hoernemann Stadium
Show your Berg Pride by supporting the Student Princes as they take on the Muskingum Muskies! Your registration packet will include a ticket to the game.
Dinner
5:00 pm | Hoernemann Refectory
Dinner is college-style, with tickets for Hoernemann Refectory! You’ll get to have the same experience your student does in our award-winning dining hall.
Women’s Soccer Match vs. Albion College
7:00 pm | Hoernemann Stadium
Show your Berg Pride by supporting the Student Princes as they take on the Albion Brits! Your registration packet will include a ticket to the game.