Family & Friends Weekend

Royal Welcome Check-In
3:00-5:00 p.m. | Levine Center Lobby

Start your weekend by picking up your materials and official swag! Our friendly team will help get you settled and ready to enjoy the festivities.

ALL IN: D1 Celebration
5:00-7:00 p.m. | Levine Lawn (South Lawn)

Join us for a party on the lawn as we officially celebrate Queens’ transition to NCAA Division I with food, music, games, and Royal pride!

Ring Ceremony: 2024-2025 ASUN Men’s Swimming & Diving Champions
6:15-6:45 p.m. | Levine Lawn (South Lawn)

Celebrate the achievements of our Queens Men’s Swimming & Diving team as they receive their conference championship rings in this special moment of recognition.

Women’s Volleyball vs. Jacksonville
7:00 p.m. | Curry Arena, Levine Center

Cheer on the Royals as our women’s volleyball team takes to the court for their first home conference game!

Royals Bonfire w/ Campus Union Board
8:30-10:00 p.m. | Fire Pit at the Residential Quad

Wrap up the night by joining Campus Union Board for a cozy evening around the fire pit! Enjoy s’mores, apple cider, music, and more as we gather around the fire.

Royal Welcome Check-In
9:00-10:00 a.m. | Gambrell Center Lobby

Late arrival? No worries, grab your materials and say hello to the Student Life team.

Season Preview: Men’s Basketball Open Practice
10:00-11:00 a.m. | Curry Arena, Levine Center

Get a sneak peek of our men’s basketball team in action during their first practice of the season.

Stretch & Shine: Yoga for All
10:00-11:00 a.m. | Levine Center

Unwind with a morning yoga session designed for all levels perfect for centering your weekend energy. (Sponsored by Campus Recreation)

Global Royals: JBIP Panel
10:00 a.m. | Greenhoot Recital Hall, Gambrell Center

Explore how students grow through global learning with the John Belk International Program featuring faculty and staff stories from their Study Abroad experience.

Internships Unpacked: Career Panel
11:00 a.m. | Greenhoot Recital Hall, Gambrell Center

Hear from students about internship experiences that shape career paths and future success. (Sponsored by Vandiver Career Center)

Bingo & Bites
12:00-2:00 p.m. | Trexler Dining Hall

Fuel up with lunch and join us for a high-energy round of Bingo. Fun, food, and prizes for all ages!

Hearts & Hands: Service with Project Linus
2:00 p.m. | Location TBD

Live out Queens’ motto “Non ministrari sed ministrare,” or “not to be served, but to serve” by joining us for a meaningful service activity with Project Linus. Help create warm, comforting blankets for children in need and make a difference one stitch at a time.

Parent & Family Town Hall
3:30 p.m. | Levine Center, Claudia Belk

Join President Jesse Cureton and Provost Dr. Sarah Fatherly as they share more information about the recent announcement of the Queens University of Charlotte and Elon University proposed merger.

Men’s Soccer vs. Central Arkansas
6:00 p.m. | Dickson Field, Queens University Sports Complex & Conference Center

Rally around the Royals as they take the field for their first conference matchup.

Area Worship Services
Various times

There are many churches in the area around Queens. We’ve compiled a listing to help!

Women’s Soccer vs. Stetson
1:00 p.m. | Dickson Field, Queens University Sports Complex & Conference Center

Come support the women’s soccer team as they continue their conference play.

Women’s Volleyball vs. North Florida
1:00 p.m. | Curry Arena, Levine Center

Continue to cheer on the women’s volleyball team as they conclude their opening conference weekend.

Field Hockey vs. Coker
3:00 p.m. | Bessant Field, Queens University Sports Complex & Conference Center

Close out the weekend with one last exciting Royals matchup.

Whistling Hens: Big Crass Monster
3:30 p.m. | Greenhoot Recital Hall

Whistling Hens was founded by soprano Jennifer Piazza-Pick and clarinetist Natalie Groom to celebrate and advance the artistic accomplishments of women through an ensemble that performs and commissions music by women composers. Inspired by a quote from a male music critic who said of Lili Boulanger in 1918, “women composers are at best whistling hens,” the Whistling Hens duo was hatched. Since its founding in 2018, Whistling Hens has premiered 29 pieces and commissioned 14 compositions, 10 transcriptions, the Whistling Hens Women Composer Coloring Book, and inspired 17 dedicated works.

Brunch Spots
Grab a bite to eat at these local favorites:

• • Ruby Sunshine – 332 W Bland St.
  • The Flying Biscuit Cafe – 4241 Park Rd.
  • Mimosa Grill – 327 S Tryon St.
  • Coquette – 400 S Tryon St. #101
  • Community Matters Cafe – 821 W 1st St.

South End Farmers Market
Saturday, 8 a.m. – 1 p.m. | Atherton Mill – 2000 South Blvd.

Pick up fresh produce, local goods, and artisan crafts. Access the market from either Tremont Ave. or behind Vin Master. Parking at Atherton Mill is free.

Carolina Streetwear Market
Saturday, Noon – 6 p.m. | The Ford Building – 400 Camp Rd.

Browse 100+ streetwear brands at Camp North End. Food, drinks, and a live DJ keep the energy high all afternoon. Parking and admission are free.

River Jam: The Band Solstice
Saturday, 7 – 10 p.m. | Whitewater Center – 5000 Whitewater Center Pkwy.

Enjoy live music outdoors with The Band Solstice. Parking at the Whitewater Center is $12, admission is free.

Charlotte FC vs FC Montreal
Saturday, 7:30 p.m. | Bank of America Stadium – 800 S Mint St.

Watch Charlotte’s professional soccer team take the pitch in an exciting home match.

Wicked
Saturday showings at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. | Belk Theatre – 130 North Tryon St.

See Broadway’s smash hit take the stage at the Blumenthal Performing Arts Center.

Get involved: Little Sugar Creek Cleanup at Freedom Park
Sunday, 3:00 p.m. | Volunteer Opportunity

Help keep our urban streams clean of debris! Join us at Freedom Park for a Little Sugar Creek cleanup event. Learn more!

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