Stonehill College Family Connection
This online platform where you can register to attend Family Weekend 2026 is designed to help family members support their student throughout their time on the Hill.
Family Weekend 2026
Join us Friday, October 16 – Sunday, October 18 for Stonehill's Family Weekend!
Family Weekend is a time for family members of our Stonehill students to enjoy campus and experience what it’s like to be a Skyhawk! Participate in various events, athletic games, and different ways to engage with our campus community.
This website provides the event schedule and resources, as well as ticket information (as needed), to make Family Weekend a great experience! We will continue to update the schedule as events are added for the 2026 Family Weekend. Eventually, we will provide a link for Guidebook to download for up-to-date changes, including descriptions and even walking directions!
Register for Family Weekend 2026 here using your Stonehill College Family Connection login credentials.
Hotel Blocks
Below are the hotels offering a special rate for our Stonehill families. Blocks close in the summer, so book early! Please note that these prices do not include fees and taxes.
50 Reservoir St, Mansfield, MA 02048 (11 miles from campus)
Rate: $259 per night. Block closes on September 4, 2026
2020 Pleasant Street, Bridgewater, MA (8 miles from campus)
Rate: $229 per night. Block closes on September 16, 2026
110 Royall Street, Canton, MA (14 miles from campus)
Rate: $294 per night. Block closes on September 16, 2026.
124 Liberty Street Brockton, MA (2 miles from campus)
Rate: $225-$359 per night. Block closes on September 16, 2026
Sold out on Saturday
Family Weekend 2026 Schedule
Friday, October 16th
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. | Golf Tee Time ** Registration required, limited slots available |
Easton Country Club 265 Purchase Street |
| 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. | Skyhawk Shop Open | May Hall |
| 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. | Disney Leadership Experience Raffle Sales | Roche Commons Information Desk |
| 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. | Family Weekend Info Hub | Roche Commons |
| 3:30 - 5:30 p.m. | Communities of Stonehill Social | Meehan Great Room |
| 5 p.m. | Women's Hockey: Stonehill vs. Post University | Bridgewater Ice Arena |
| 6 p.m. | Volleyball: Stonehill vs. Farleigh Dickinson University | Merkert Gymnasium |
| 8 - 9:30 p.m. | Evening Entertainment: TBD * | TBD |
| TBD | Late Night Entertainment: TBD Brother Mike's on location |
TBD |
**Golf Tee Time registrations are available through the Stonehill Family Connections Family Weekend registration. Tee times are limited, so be sure to reserve your spot early and enjoy a beautiful fall round of golf with family and friends.
*Disney Leadership Experience Raffle will also be available at the Friday evening entertainment.
Saturday, October 17th
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. | Skyhawk Shop Open | May Hall |
| 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. | Family Weekend Info Hub | Roche Commons |
| 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. | Disney Leadership Experience Raffle Sales | Roche Commons Information Desk |
| 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. | Jostens School Ring Sale | Roche Lower Commons |
| 10:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. | Food Trucks (TBD) | Chapel Parking Lot |
| TBD | Football Tailgate ** | Chapel Parking Lot |
| 1 p.m. | Football: Stonehill vs. Duquesne** | W.B. Mason Stadium |
| 3:30 p.m. | Volleyball: Stonehill vs. Farleigh Dickinson University | Merkert Gymnasium |
| 2 p.m. | Women's Hockey: Stonehill vs. Post University | Bridgewater Ice Arena |
| 12 - 4 p.m. | Shovel Collection Tour | Cushing-Martin Hall |
| 5 - 6 p.m. | Haunting at the Hill | Alumni Hall |
| 8 - 10 p.m. | Family Weekend Bingo * Brother Mike's on location |
Sports Complex |
**Tickets are required for the Football Game. Once the ticket link is available, we will add it here. To learn more about the Stonehill Tailgating Policy, please visit the Stonehill Athletics Gameday Information Page for more information.
Please get in touch with Athletics at athletics@stonehill.edu or 508-565-1384 for any questions regarding tickets or tailgating.
*Disney Leadership Experience Raffle will also be available at the Saturday evening entertainment.
Sunday, October 18th
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. | Family Weekend Info Hub | Roche Commons |
| 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. | Disney Leadership Experience Raffle Sales | Roche Commons Information Desk |
| 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. | Skyhawk Shop Open | May Hall |
| 11 a.m. | Catholic Mass | Chapel of Mary |
| TBD | Skyhawk Fall Fest | Quad |
| 1 p.m. | Patriots vs. Jets Watch Party | Quad |
| 1 p.m. | Women's Soccer: Stonehill vs. Mercyhurst University | Skyhawk Field |
Friday Events:
Golf Tee Time
Looking to hit the links during Family Weekend? Golf tee times can be reserved when completing your Stonehill Family Connections Family Weekend registration. Availability is limited, so don't miss the chance to enjoy a scenic fall round with family and friends!
Jostens Ring Sales
Calling all Class of 2027 and 2028! If you are interested in looking at and purchasing your Stonehill Class Rings, we will have a rep from Jostens Ring Company here for the Festivities! Look at designs, prices, and ask all the questions you need about purchasing.
Communities of Color
In collaboration with the Faculty & Staff of Color Network, we invite all students, faculty and staff of color and families to ring in the new academic year together. Come network with other students, faculty, and staff of color and learn about ways to get involved in student groups.
Saturday Events:
Shovel Collection Tour
Join the Stonehill Archives Department on a tour of the historic Ames Shovel Collection, consisting of over 900+ shovels in Cushing-Martin Hall! Learn about Stonehill's history and connection to the Ames Family Shovel Company. All are welcome!
Haunting at the Hill
Join Stonehill's Director of Archives and Historical Collections Nicole Casper to hear about the tales and legends of Stonehill to kick off the beginning of the Fall Season. All are welcome!
BINGO! Family Weekend Edition & Brother Mike's On Location
We put the go in BINGO! Enjoy a fun night of competition and fun with family, friends, and the Stonehill community. Brother Mike's on Location available for those 21 and up. All are welcome!
Sunday Events:
Skyhawk Fall Fest
Enjoy the kick-off to fall season on the Quad with lawn games, fall treats, craft station & fall photos on the Quad!
The Disney Leadership Experience engages a cohort of students from all class years in both on-campus leadership workshops and an immersive leadership workshop series at Walt Disney World in Orlando, FL. Students selected to take part in this program cover all costs. More on the program can be found HERE.
All proceeds from this raffle will support the students in this program and offset program costs. The raffle is now open and will conclude on Sunday, October 18. Raffle tickets are $1 per ticket, 6 for $5, or 15 for $10. Tickets can be purchased at the Office of Student Engagement, the Information Desk in the Roche Commons during Family Weekend, and at the Family Weekend evening social events on Friday and Saturday nights.
Raffles will be drawn on Monday, October 19, and winners will be notified via email. Prizes can be picked up in the Office of Student Engagement by the winners or their representative. Some prizes may be mailed.
The following raffle prizes are available (and will be updated as more are donated):
- Kendra Scott Elton Bracelet (donated by Kendra Scott Dedham)
- Shake Shack $25 Gift Certificate (donated by Shake Shack)
- GourmetGiftBaskets.com $25 Gift Certificate (donated by GourmetGiftBaskets.com)
A special thank you to Utz Brands for making a financial contribution to the program!
The Disney Leadership Experience (DLE) has created an exclusive Stonehill branded travel mug! All profits go directly to the students taking part in the DLE! We still have a few items left!
Order your exclusive 30 oz purple tumbler with a handle or the sleek 30 oz black tumbler today! These are available for pre-sale online by purchasing at our Storefront or purchase them on site during the weekend at the Information Desk if they are still available!
A former student leader, Hannah Macomber '24, '25, created exclusive sweatshirts for sale, with all proceeds supporting students participating in DLE. These are available for pre-sale online by purchasing at our Storefront or buy them on site during the weekend at the Information Desk if they are still available!
Experience dining like a student in the Roche Commons! This all-you-can-eat option offers a fantastic opportunity to enjoy a satisfying meal and explore new dishes.
Friday Dinner:
- 5 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Saturday:
- Brunch: 10:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.; light lunch 1:30 p.m. - 3 p.m.
- Dinner 4:45 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Sunday Brunch:
- 10:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.; limited menu: 1:30 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Pricing:
- Brunch: $10
- Dinner: $16
- Children 12 and under, accompanied by a full-paying parent, will receive 50% off the door rate! Small children/infants will be free of charge.
For questions and information about campus, stop by the Roche Commons Information Desk!
- Friday: 11 a.m. - 7 p.m.
- Saturday: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
- Sunday: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
The Skyhawk Shop, Stonehill's bookstore, is located in the May School of Arts & Sciences. Store hours can be found below:
- Friday: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
- Saturday: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
- Sunday: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
A friendly reminder to families and visitors, Stonehill is a smoke-free campus; so please plan accordingly as it is prohibited
Questions?
The Office of Student Engagement provides opportunities that will empower students to create a fun and positive campus community. The office enjoys a strong working and advising relationship with the Student Government Association, class committees and many of the student clubs and organizations.