Events Calendar

Corvallis Events

Saturday, May 4

Spring Family Weekend

Department of Recreational Sports is excited to welcome you to Oregon State University for our 2019 Spring Family Weekend! This weekend is meant to unite...

2019 Pet Day Fun Run at CCVM

Come kick off the start of the 2019 OSU Carlson College of Veterinary Medicine (CCVM) Pet Day with a Star Wars-themed Fun Run 5K! In the spirit of Star Wars...

Hot Air Balloon Rides

Fly high above OSU and get a bird’s eye view of campus! Weather permitting, tethered hot air balloon rides will be offered at a first-come, first-serve basis...

Challenge Course Low Course Elements Training

This training covers the set up and facilitation of various challenge course low course elements. This course takes place Saturday and Sunday, 8-5pm at the...

Hospitality & Welcome Table

Have questions about the weekend? Stop by and see New Student Programs & Family Outreach staff who can assist in all information regarding the weekend.

Reporters Without Borders and Pictures on the Radio Present A Tribute to David Gilkey (Photo Exhibition)

Opening reception May 2, 4:30 – 6 p.m., Fairbanks Hall Featuring remarks from NPR’s David Greene and Pictures on the Radio’s Claudine Kent Public panel...

Rafting Trip on the North Santiam River

A fun alternative to all the other Spring Family Weekend events! Whitewater Rafting on the North Santiam River. This run is one of the more popular boating...

2019 Pet Day Fun Run 5K at the CCVM

Come kick off the start of the 2019 OSU Carlson College of Veterinary Medicine (CCVM) Pet Day with a Star Wars-themed Fun Run 5K! In the spirit of Star Wars...

Benton County Master Gardener Plant Sale

The Benton County Master Gardener Association Annual Plant Sale is Saturday, May 4 at the Benton County Fairgrounds, 110 SW 53rd St, Corvallis. The sale is...

DAM FAM Brunch

Indulge in a convenient brunch on campus surrounded by the whole family in the historical Memorial Union Lounge. Doors open at 9:00 AM with last call at...

Free Access to Recreational Sport Facilities

As a part of spring family weekend, family members who come with a student with a valid Rec Sports membership receive free access to our recreational sport...

Free Group Fitness Classes

As a part of spring family weekend, family members can attend Group Fitness Classes for free when they come with a Group Fitness Pass holding student/member....

Oregon State Flying Club Open House

We will be giving airplane rides over campus and have free burgers, veggie burgers, and hot dogs. Plane rides are 20 minutes and cost $20 dollars per person....

Pet Day

Pet Day is one of the most popular annual events in Corvallis! There are lots of fun activities including a petting zoo, teddy bear surgery, dog wash, dog...

Rifle Club Fundraiser

OSU Rifle Club is hosting a rifle target shooting event. No prior experience necessary to participate in this event. $7 of OSU Students and & $14 for OSU...

Tree and Flower Shrub Tour of the OSU Campus

This is a casual walking tour in which we examine selected trees and flowering shrubs in the central campus area. It starts at the Memorial Union and ends at...

Art Festival

Vendors and artisans from Corvallis and beyond will be on campus to showcase their original handmade or homegrown items. You can find many art pieces,...

Made @ OSU Market

Join us for our annual Made @ OSU Market during Spring Family Weekend! Our First Year students have officially launched each of their microbusinesses selling...

Memorial Union Tours & Tales

Join MU Staff as we tour the Memorial Union and tell some stories about this 91 year old building. Learn fun facts, quirky history and get a peek behind the...

OSU Horticulture Club Spring Plant Sale

Support budding horticulturists with your purchase of beautiful annual and perennials: Saturday, May 4th, Memorial Union Quad from 10am-5:00pm.

Radiation Center Tours

The American Nuclear Society is hosting tours of the Radiation Center (35th and Jefferson) where visitors will see the nuclear reactor on campus and other...

Zumba Party

Free event for OSU community and their family. The Zumba® program fuses hypnotic Latin rhythms and easy-to-follow moves to create a one-of-a-kind fitness...

Paint Your Own Pre-Made Pottery

First come, first serve. Drop-in event that requires no pre-registration. Get creative and paint pre-made pottery of your choice. We will take of firing your...

Pottery on the Wheel Workshop #1

Pre-registration required. Experience the joys of pottery throwing on the wheel. Tools and materials provided. ($)

Pyrography

Pyrography, the art of decorating wood by burning a design on the surface with a heated metallic point. Attend this pyrography workshop and decorate a wooden...

Rifle Club Fundraiser

OSU Rifle Club is hosting a rifle target shooting event. No prior experience necessary to participate in this event. $7 of OSU Students and & $14 for OSU...

SWE Tea

Come drink some tea with us! Professional development event involving different companies with a keynote speaker about Women in Engineering. Purchase tickets...

Screen Print Your Own Commemorative T-Shirt

First come, first serve. Drop-in event that requires no pre-registration. Transform a blank t-shirt into a timeless memento by carefully transferring ink...

Glass Torchwork Workshop

Tools and material provided. The following workshop are geared for adults 18+, or currently enrolled OSU Students- wear closed toed shoes! Pre-registration...

Parents Bowl Free for Family Weekend

Parents and family members bowl their first game free all weekend. The MU Basement will be open from noon-midnight Friday & Saturday, and noon - 8pm on...

Silver Ring Making

Pre-registration required. Craft your own silver ring. No prior experience needed. We will cut, shape, solder and polish a simple ring and all will come away...

Spring A Cappella Shows

OSU Outspoken and Divine (two of OSU's primier a cappella groups) will be hosting two respective shows during the Spring Family Weekend events. These shows...

Food and Fermentation Trivia

Come test your knowledge at our food and fermentation science event during OSU's family weekend, prizes are available for the winning and runner up teams....

Fused Glass Workshop #2

Create a colorful glass keepsake to celebrate fall! Create beautiful, vibrant glass magnets in this family-fun workshop. No glass experience necessary. Tools...

Rifle Club Fundraiser

OSU Rifle Club is hosting a rifle target shooting event. No prior experience necessary to participate in this event. $7 of OSU Students and & $14 for OSU...

Creating a Hand-Built Pottery Mug

Pre-registration required. Transform a lump of clay into your own mug! Price includes instruction & materials.

Fused Glass Workshop #1

Create a colorful glass keepsake to celebrate fall! Create beautiful, vibrant glass magnets in this family-fun workshop. No glass experience necessary. Tools...

Pottery on the Wheel Workshop #2

Pre-registration required. Experience the joys of pottery throwing on the wheel. Tools and materials provided.

Rifle Club Fundraiser

OSU Rifle Club is hosting a rifle target shooting event. No prior experience necessary to participate in this event. $7 of OSU Students and & $14 for OSU...

Spring Show ft. Halcyon

The OSU Program Council presents Spring Family Weekend Show ft. Halcyon Enjoy an evening of adventure and awe told through stunning aerial and acrobatic...

Rifle Club Fundraiser

OSU Rifle Club is hosting a rifle target shooting event. No prior experience necessary to participate in this event. $7 of OSU Students and & $14 for OSU...

Spring Show ft. Halcyon

The OSU Program Council presents Spring Family Weekend Show ft. Halcyon Enjoy an evening of adventure and awe told through stunning aerial and acrobatic...

OSU Dancesport First Annual Mini Competition

OSU DanceSport's First Annual Mini Competition is a great opportunity to participate in fun compeitive dancing in a non-competitive environment! Ballroom and...

Saturday, May 4