Here's The Deal


When is Parents' Weekend?

Friday, October 17 – Sunday, October 19, 2008

  • Friday registration begins at 9:00 a.m. Activities begin at 9:30 a.m.
  • Saturday registration and activities are dependent on the timing of the football game. Times TBD
  • Sunday activities begin at 9:00 a.m.
  • The weekend ends midday on Sunday

When do I get my invitation? When can I register?

We'll mail invitations in September. Online registration begins then.

Who can come?

Parents and immediate family members of all current UCLA undergraduates. Your UCLA son or daughter attends Parents' Weekend for free. (Rose Bowl football tickets are additional costs.)

Parents' Weekend is for both parents and their UCLA son or daughter to experience our dynamic campus. We encourage your UCLA student to attend all Parents' Weekend events with you throughout the three days.

Can I bring my other children?

Sure, but Parents' Weekend isn't geared for young kids.

What does it cost?

Not too much.

  • $50 per person when you register before Monday, October 6, at 5:00 p.m.
  • On-site registration fee on the day of the event is $65 per person

What do I get?

Quite a bit.

  • Admission to all Parents’ Weekend events
  • 5 meals
  • Faculty presentations
  • Special workshops
  • Free on-campus parking for all 3 days of the event

What about other activities and events?

UCLA and Westwood are always happening. Sporting events and art performances range in price from $7 to $75, and may be purchased through UCLA's Central Ticket Office, subject to availability. Student tickets for optional activities are not complimentary.

Schedules get posted closer to the time of events. Go to www.happenings.ucla.edu .

Travel and hotel costs are the responsibility of each guest.

What’s the deadline for registration?

5:00 p.m., Monday, October 6, online or by mail.

What will I get once I register?

You'll get a confirmation e-mail with:

  • The activities you've selected to attend
  • Directions to campus
  • A map
  • Parking information and printable placard for your vehicle

Check back here at the Parents' Weekend Web site for additions to our schedule, as well as last-minute changes. www.ParentsWeekend.ucla.edu

How do I make changes to my registration?

After you receive your confirmation, please call (310) 794-2378 to make any changes. All changes and/or cancellations must be made by Monday, October 13, at 5:00 p.m.

What if a family member or I need disability-related assistance?

We can make special arrangements. Please let us know your needs in advance by calling (310) 794-2378.

What if I need a hotel?

Click on the link to hotel information, including where you can get special Parents’ Weekend or UCLA rates.

How should I dress?

Like your student. Be prepared for lots of walking. Bring your exercise gear if you plan to take part in the Family Fun Run or the Cup o' Joe Walk, or to use the UCLA Recreation facilities.

I’m almost afraid to ask this, but what about parking?

Once you’ve registered, you can park all weekend in Parking Structure 4 (PS4) ONLY, located off Sunset Boulevard and Westwood Plaza. Parking fees are included in the registration fee.

What happens when I get there?

Registration: The Parents' Weekend hospitality tent on Wilson Plaza is your first stop. UCLA staff and volunteers will welcome you beginning on Friday
at 9:00 a.m. You'll get a registration packet with:

  • all-access Parents' Weekend pass
  • the weekend schedule
  • updates
  • football tickets if you've already bought them
  • info about other happenings on campus that weekend

The hospitality tent will re-open on Saturday, the time to be announced.

What to bring: Bring your confirmation e-mail and online parking placard.

How may I enjoy the UCLA vs. Stanford football game?

Football fans have two options:

1. For those who want to cheer on the Bruins but skip the traffic to the Rose Bowl, join our "tailgate party" and watch the game on the big screen in front of Royce Hall. No tickets necessary.

2. If you want to watch the game at the Rose Bowl, a block of tickets is being held for Parents' Weekend attendees and will be available for purchase during registration in September. For more information, see "Football Facts".

What is the refund policy?

Cancellations must be made by phone: (310) 794-2378 no later than
5:00 p.m. on Monday, October 13, to receive a full refund.

All charges are non-refundable after Monday, October 13.

TICKETS TO THE UCLA VS. STANFORD FOOTBALL GAME ARE NON-REFUNDABLE AFTER MONDAY, OCTOBER 13 at 5:00 P.M.

E-mail: ParentsWeekend@support.ucla.edu