October 24th – 26th, 2025Excitement is brewing as our community partners prepare for what will be an incredible three days of football, food, fun, and, of course, family.Whether you’re in the mood for dinner and a show, maybe a concert, or a trip around the ice on your favorite pair of skates, Family Weekend has something for everyone.Below is just a sampling of some of the fun we’ve got planned so you and your student(s) can spend some quality time together doing what you love best!Check out the full schedule of events!FRIDAY - SUNDAYGuitar and Mandolin Festival 2025The only event of its kind in Rhode Island, this year’s festival is already underway with four additional concerts during Family Weekend, including an acoustic performance by Australian guitarist Tommy Emmanuel and a special festival ensemble by elite mandolin soloists at our on-campus Episcopal Center. Check out the full schedule and make sure to squeeze in a performance or two.Pride and Prejudice URI Fine Arts CenterCome check out the URI Theatre Department as it performs Kate Hamill’s modern-day version of the classic Jane Austen novel. Bold, surprising, boisterous, and timely, Hamill’s rendition explores the absurdities and thrills of finding your perfect (or imperfect) match in life. Pick your showtime and grab a front-row seat!-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------fRIDAY, OCTOBER 24Family Weekend Skate Night 9:30–11:30 pm at Boss ArenaJoin us for a free, late-night skate on the home ice of our men’s and women’s club hockey teams! No Olympic-level skating ability required; just lace up and enjoy!-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------SATURDAY, OCTOBER 25URI Be 5K 8 am on the QuadThis annual race is held rain or shine with all proceeds benefitting the Heather Fund to raise awareness on suicide prevention and help reduce the stigma surrounding mental health. Everyone in the community is welcome to participate, whether you want to run the entire course or walk at a leisurely pace. Information on entry fees and report times is available on the official registration website.PLAINS ROAD TAILGATING LOT – FOOTBALL GAME – LOT OPENS AT 9:00 AM - TICKET REQUIREDAlthough game day tickets are sold out for top 10 nationally-ranked URI’s intrastate showdown with Bryant University, you can still be part of the action on October 25 at our official Family Weekend Tailgate and Viewing Party!Join us outside of Meade Stadium beginning at 9 am for tailgating and, if you don’t have a ticket for the game, stick around at 1 for the viewing party as we present Rhody football in high definition for all to enjoy (as seen from last year’s Viewing Party pictured above).No tickets are needed for the viewing party, but those who are tailgating will need to purchase a parking pass, which is available online through The Ryan Center. Pro tip: Get yours ASAP and arrive early, because space will fill up quickly!Plains Road Parking Lot - Located Off Plains Road and West Alumni Avenue $25 Per Car in advance | $30 Per Car Day of game & based on availability **PLEASE NOTE: For URI Family Weekend. Patrons wishing to park in this lot are encouraged to arrive early (lots open at 9 AM) and purchase parking in advance.URI FOOTBALL VS. BRYANT @ 1:00pm - MEADE STADIUM - TICKET REQUIREDURI Students are free w/ID (Limit One Per URI Student) - Student capacity is expected to be reached. First come first serve.All student seats are located in the East Stands which are general admission seatingSingle game seating is while supplies last, purchasing URI Football Season Tickets is the only way to guarantee you will not miss out on the action! Season tickets can be purchased on the button below.Please Note: As of Monday, June 30th the football game tickets for the Saturday, October 25th Family Weekend game vs Bryant Sold Out. There are still tickets available to Football Tailgating. A limited amount of additional football tickets may become available at a later date and time. If you are interested in knowing when that might occur please fill out your name and email address and we will contact you when seats might be released.AN EVENING WITH JON STEWART @ 8:00pm - THE RYAN CENTER - TICKET REQUIREDPricing (limit 4 tickets, 1 student ticket)First 10 rows on the floor - $114Floor - $99 for URI Families, $39 URI StudentsLower Arena - $79 for URI Families, $39 URI StudentsConcourse - $54 for URI Families, $35 URI StudentsVIP Ram LOT – Comedy Show Parking - LOT OPENS AT 4:00 PM - TICKET REQUIREDVIP Ram Parking Lot - Located in front of the Ryan Center $50 Per Car **PLEASE NOTE: For URI Family Weekend. Patrons wishing to park in this lot are encouraged to purchase parking in advance, as this lot frequently sells out.

Statewide Gardening Information and Soil Testing ScheduleFrom March through October, our URI Master Gardener volunteers offer free soil pH testing to Rhode Island residents, helping you understand your soil's health and providing recommendations for improvement. Bring a soil sample to the event and our experts will determine its pH levels and texture, offering guidance on achieving optimal soil conditions for your gardening needs.Additionally, explore our Gardening Information and Soil Testing (GIST) booth, where you can ask gardening questions and access a wealth of resources to support your horticultural goals.Learn how to take a soil sample and access the statewide schedule by visiting: uri.edu/coopext/services/gist

Are you a student at CCRI or URI? Do you want to gain experience working with professionals in the sustainability and local food system movement, and get paid for it!?What is the RI Agriculture and Food System Fellows Program (AFSFP)?The AFSFP is a yearlong, PAID experience for CCRI and URI students interested in food system-related careers. Students who apply and are accepted are placed with a professional mentor to work on real-world projects. Students also earn 3 academic credits for professional development, leadership and inclusive science communication training, and attend weekly industry trainings in the summer to network and learn all about the food system. Apply today for a program that starts in January 2026!Who should apply?CCRI and URI students with a passion for sustainability and an interest in careers in farming, food production, agritourism, agricultural science education, farmland preservation, food science, advocacy and policy, regulatory affairs, and more should apply. Students enrolled in any academic major through December of the fellowship year are eligible.Deadline to apply: Friday, October 24th, early submissions encouraged!Learn more and apply: uri.edu/coopext/afsfpQuestions: Sejal Lanterman, sejal@uri.edu

Are you a student at CCRI or URI? Do you want to gain experience working with professionals in the environmental management field, and get paid for it!?What is the RI Environmental Management Fellows Program (EMFP)?The EMFP is a yearlong, PAID experience for CCRI and URI students interested in environmental management careers in partnership with the RI Department of Environmental Management. Students who apply and are accepted are placed with a professional mentor to work on real-world projects. Students also earn 3 academic credits for professional development, leadership and inclusive science communication training, and attend weekly industry trainings in the summer to network and learn all about the environmental management field. Apply today for a program that starts in January 2026!Who should apply?CCRI and URI students with a passion for sustainability and an interest in careers in environmental science, climate change resilence, land and water resource management, sustainable development, policy and more should apply. Students enrolled in any academic major through December of the fellowship year are eligible.Deadline to apply: Friday, October 24th, early submissions encouraged!Learn more and apply: uri.edu/coopext/emfpQuestions: Sejal Lanterman, sejal@uri.edu

Are you a student at URI? Do you want to gain experience working with professionals in the clean energy sector, and get paid for it!?What is the URI Energy Fellows Program (EFP)?The EFP is a yearlong, PAID experience for URI students interested in clean energy-related careers. Students who apply and are accepted are placed with a professional mentor to work on real-world projects. Students also earn 3 academic credits for professional development, leadership and inclusive science communication training, and attend weekly industry trainings in the summer to network and learn all about the energy sector. Apply today for a program that starts in January 2026!Who should apply?Motivated undergraduate or graduate students with an interest in sustainability, energy and the environment. Students enrolled in any academic major through December of the program year are eligible.Deadline to apply: Friday, October 24th, early submissions encouraged!Learn more and apply: uri.edu/coopext/programs/energy/efpQuestions: Kevin Drumm kevin_drumm@uri.edu