Family Weekend 2022

Family Weekend invites you to reconnect with your student, meet other 'Cane families, and interact with University faculty and staff while getting a preview of daily life on campus.

In addition to attending engaging programs, activities, and athletic events—including a Hurricanes football game, you will also have the opportunity to explore popular attractions throughout Coral Gables and the Miami area.

Thursday, October 6 to Sunday, October 9, 2022

The complete Family Weekend schedule will be available late August / early September.  A summary schedule is included below and will be updated as more events are confirmed.

VIEW SUMMARY SCHEDULE

• How to Register

  • Everyone participating in any Family Weekend event must be registered.
  • Registration will go live on Monday, June 6 at 9AM ET
  • Online registration will close on Thursday, September 22 at 5PM ET.
  • Package changes/cancellations must be received by Thursday, September 22 at 5PM ET. After this, all sales are final and refunds are not able to be issued any further.
  • After September 22, future purchases will only be available on-site October 6 and 7 while supplies last.

   

  Registration for Family Weekend must be completed online through your Proxy/Delegate Access account in CaneLink.

  Once you have created your proxy account:

  • Open an internet browser (Chrome preferred) from your laptop or desktop computer. System is not mobile-friendly, so do not use your phone.
  • Log in to  CaneLink with your Proxy/Delegate account.
  • Click on “Family Weekend Registration"
  • Click on “Proceed to Registration”

   

  STEP-BY-STEP INSTRUCTION

• Cost of Attendance

  The cost of attending Family Weekend depends on your date of registration.

  June 6 - August 21	$30 per family member
  August 22 - Sept 22	$35 per family member
  On-site registration	$40 per family member

  Includes:

  • Weekend Campus Parking Pass ( $32 value; one per family)
  • Herbert Wellness Center Access Pass ( $20 value; one per family member registered)
  • University Center Pool Access Pass ( $20 value; one per family member registered)
  • Campus Meal Voucher ( $10 value; one per family member registered)
  • Family Weekend T-Shirt ( one per family member registered)
  • Commemorative UM Clear Stadium Bag ( one per family)
  • Entry to most Family Weekend activities
  • Access to purchase Family Weekend football game ticket & coach bus transportation***

  
  

  Optional Ticketed Events:

  UM Hurricanes Football vs. University of North Carolina

  • Section Location & Cost

    300 Upper Level Corner	$35
    100 Lower Level Corner	$50
    UM Hillel Football Family Section - 100 Level Corner	$50
    200 Club Level Endzone East	$110
    200 Club Level Corner	$115
    200 Club Level Midfield	$300

    
    

    If purchased, you will receive your tickets in October.

  
  

  • Roundtrip Coach Shuttle to Hard Rock Stadium
    • $20 per family member
    • Complimentary for current students
  • UM Hillel Shabbat Dinner (Friday)
    • $40 – Family Members
    • Complimentary for current students with purchase of family ticket
  • UChabad Shabbat Dinner (Friday)
    • $36 – Family Members
    • Complimentary for current students with purchase of family ticket
  • UCatholic Mass & Reception (Sunday)
    • $10 – Family Members
    • Complimentary for current students with purchase of family ticket

  Package Reminders
  

  • Some event tickets may be at capacity and sold out, so we recommend you register for Family Weekend as soon as possible.
  • If you would like to make any changes to your registration or would like to cancel your registration and request a refund, please log back into the Proxy/Delegate Access for the CaneLink account. You will receive further instructions about how to change or cancel your registration after you log in.
  • For more information about our Privacy Policy:  Read Here

• Hotels & Traveling to Campus

  To fully engage in all Family Weekend activities, we recommend arriving in Miami in the late afternoon or early evening on Thursday and departing Miami on Sunday. 

  Please note that classes are still in session on Friday, and your student will need to attend classes on this day. We suggest that you check with your student ahead of time regarding their own academic and co-curricular schedule.  However, you are always welcome to customize your schedule and flights to meet your family’s need.

  Click here for a Coral Gables map and directions

  Click here for local hotels

• Accommodations & Accessibility

  If a guest attending ‘Cane Kickoff and/or Family Weekend requires specific accommodations such as transportation or mobility services, please include them in your registration or by emailing familyweekend@miami.edu. Our staff will follow up to provide further details the rental process. For more information on parking, service animals, and other campus accessibility concerns, please click here. If you would like further assistance, please contact our department. 

  We strive to ensure there are ample options for various dietary needs at ‘Cane Kickoff and/or Family Weekend events.  Dining options on campus include vegetarian, vegan, and kosher food options.