Family Weekend

Several hotels in Salisbury offer a special rate for Catawba guests during key events each year. If calling, mention Catawba College to see if they offer a special rate during your stay.

Direct Booking
The following hotels offer links to directly book your room at the Family Weekend rate:

• 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Check-In & Registration -
  Cannon Student Center 
  Start here! Stop by to check in, pick up your materials, and get everything you need for a great weekend.
• 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM | Catawba’s Day of Giving
  Stanback Plaza (Rain Location: Leonard Lounge)
  Catawba’s Day of Giving is a single, collaborative day dedicated to empowering alumni & friends to act in support of our students and their educational goals.
• 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Fitness Friday 
  Abernethy Lawn
  Get moving with Fitness Friday! Enjoy yard games, a relaxing mile walk, and a fun group fitness class. All fitness levels are welcome!
• 12:00 – 1:30 PM | Lunch on Your Own
  Explore on-campus options or downtown Salisbury eateries. It has been a busy morning! Take a break and grab lunch in the Cannon Dining Commons!
• 2:00 – 3:00 PM | Exploring Sustainability at Catawba Tour
  Center for the Environment
  Learn about the newly renovated Center for the Environment and how to implement sustainability.
  
• 5:00 – 8:00 PM | Black Student Union Vendor Fair & Welcome Reception
  Cannon Student Center & Stanback Plaza
  An annual tradition that welcomes students' families into the Catawba family. Join the Black Student Union for the Black Vendor Fair — enjoy music, community, and the chance to support local Black-owned businesses. All are welcome!
• 5:30 – 6:30 PM | Alpha Chi Induction Ceremony 
  Omwake-Dearborn Chapel
  National Honor Society initiating new members.
  
• 6:00 PM | Women’s Volleyball vs. SHAW
  Goodman Arena
  Come cheer on our Catawba Athletics! 
  
• 9:00 PM | Movie Night 
  Tom Smith Auditorium
  Lights! Camera! Action! All you need is a lawn chair or a blanket and a desire for a good time! Meet us on the green under the stars.

• 9:30 AM– 12:00 PM | Pickleball Tournament
  Tennis Courts - Registration begins at 9 a.m.
  Grab a paddle and join us for some friendly competition! Students and their families are invited to team up and play in this fun-filled Pickleball Tournament. Sign-ups open September 1. 
• 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM | Parent Council Meeting
  Center for the Environment 302
  Join us for the Parent & Family Council that serves as a vital link between Catawba College and the families of our students, fostering engagement, collaboration, and support to enhance the student experience and strengthen the college community. 
• 1:00 PM | Women’s Soccer vs. Montevallo
  Frock Field
  Come cheer on our Catawba Athletics!
  
• 1:00 PM | Campaign Kickoff
  Peeler Crystal Lounge
  Join us for Catawba’s campaign kickoff event to celebrate a pivotal moment in Catawba’s history.
• 2:30 – 3:30 PM | First-Generation Family Follow-Up Session
  Hear from first-gen students and parents as they share experiences, tips, and resources to support you and your student throughout the year.
  
• 4:00 – 6:00 PM | Family & Friends Tailgate + Campaign Launch
  Alumni Alley
  Join us for a fun pre-game celebration and socialize with great food, music, games, and more.
• 6:00 PM | Football Game: Catawba vs. UVA Wise
  Shuford Stadium
  Come join the Catawba fans and cheer on the football team to a victory.
  

• 10:00 AM | Sunday Worship
  Start your week with encouragement and community, visit one of the local churches of your choice, filled with worship, reflection, and connection.
• 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM | Sunday Brunch
  Cannon Dining Commons
  Good food, good company, and good laughs – that’s what brunch is all about. Free.
  
• 2:00 – 3:00 PM | Exploring Sustainability at Catawba Tour
  Center for the Environment
  Learn about the newly renovated Center for the Environment and how to implement sustainability.
  
• 3:00 – 4:00 PM | North Carolina Hunger Challenge Launch (Tentative)
  Tentative
  
• 4:00 – 5:00 PM | Catawba Singers Concert
  Omwake-Dearborn Chapel
  A 45-minute performance from our talented vocal ensemble. 
• 7:00 – 8:00 PM | Sunday Night Worship
  Omwake-Dearborn Chapel
  Join us for a refreshing time of worship and community at the Chapel. All are welcome!