Family Weekend

Best Western Inn & Suites Allentown Bethlehem Airport
2140 Motel Drive
Bethlehem, PA 18018
(610) 867-8681

Candlewood Suites Bethlehem South
1630 Spillman Drive 
Bethlehem, PA 18015
(877) 226-3539
Group Code: LU1

Comfort Suites
120 West 3rd Street
Bethlehem, PA 18015
(610) 882-9700 

Fairfield Inn & Suites Bethlehem - Room Block Full
2401 Emrick Boulevard
Bethlehem, PA 18020
(610) 861-9500

Hampton Inn & Suites
200 Gateway Drive
Bethlehem, PA 18017
(610) 868-2442

Hilton Garden Inn Allentown Bethlehem Airport
1787-B Airport Road
Allentown, PA 18109
(610) 443-1400

Holiday Inn Allentown – Bethlehem
4325 Hamilton Boulevard
Allentown, PA
(610) 366-1600
Group Code: LFW

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Bethlehem Airport – Allentown Area
3375 High Point Boulevard
Bethlehem, PA 18017
(610) 882-2255

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Bethlehem
2201 Cherry Lane
Bethlehem, PA 18015
(610) 838-6110

Homewood Suites by Hilton Allentown Bethlehem Airport
2031 Avenue C
Bethlehem, PA 18017
(610) 264-7500
Group Code: 90G

Hyatt Place Bethlehem - Room Block Full
45 West North Street
Bethlehem, PA 18018
(610) 625-0500
Group Code: G-LFW1

Sonesta ES Suites Allentown Bethlehem Airport
2180 Motel Drive
Bethlehem, PA 18018
(610) 317-2662

Sonesta Select Allentown Bethlehem Airport
2160 Motel Drive
Bethlehem, PA 18018
(610) 317-6200

Springhill Suites by Marriott Allentown/ Bethlehem/ Center Valley
3800 West Drive
Center Valley, PA 18034
(610) 709-9797

Wind Creek - Room Block Full*
77 Wind Creek Boulevard
Bethlehem, PA 18015
(877) 726-3777
*Limited availability on Thursday night

Family Weekend is a long-standing Lehigh tradition designed for parents, families, and friends to visit campus and experience what it's like to be a part of the Lehigh community!

This is a great chance to visit your student in their environment, and learn about their academic and social experiences. This weekend is packed with many activities and programs for you to do together including an all-campus BBQ, tailgating with other families, and you can cheer on our Mountain Hawks at many of the athletic events occuring this weekend.

Family Weekend is open to the entire Lehigh community!

Whoever a student defines as family is welcome to participate in Family Weekend. This may include — but is not limited to — parents, siblings, grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins, and close friends.

Students are welcome to register for the festivities even if their families are not attending.

Alumni are also invited to come back to campus for Family Weekend for events like the Brown and White BBQ, Lehigh Tailgate and Pace the Prez.

View the full schedule of events to start planning your weekend.

Do I have to register?
Not all, but some events require registration, including the Brown and White BBQ, Lehigh Tailgate, Color Outside the Nest, and others. Registration for weekend events closes September 12 (no refunds will be given after September 19). Many other events are open to all, and you may simply show up. Some require tickets, including the football game.

If an event requires registration, you will be prompted to select whether you and your party will be attending before you can complete the process. Once you register for an event, you will receive a QR code in your confirmation email. Keep the QR code handy over the weekend – some events will require you to scan the QR code for entry.

Do students need to register?
Yes, for any events requiring registration, everyone – parents, students, alumni, etc. – will need to be registered!

Do I need to purchase a ticket for the football game?  
Yes! Tickets may be purchased at any time on the Lehigh Athletics website. General admission is just $14.50* per person and free for Lehigh students with a Lehigh ID. Reserved chairback seats are $20*, and reserved bench seats are $18* for both Lehigh students and families. Reserved chairback and reserved bench seats are limited, so purchase your tickets early! For more questions, please email athleticstickets@lehigh.edu. 
*Ticket fees applied at time of purchase.

You may choose which events you would like to attend. There is no obligation to attend every event. For events requiring registration, don’t forget to register your student as part of your party’s registration!

View the full schedule of events to start planning your weekend.

Casual dress is appropriate for most events. Comfortable footwear is highly recommended for walks on our beautiful but hilly campus. Show your Brown and White pride by sporting your favorite Lehigh gear! If you need to stock up, the Lehigh Store will be open with a great selection of Lehigh apparel for sale.

Visit the Lehigh University Campus Map for directions and on-campus parking locations during Family Weekend. Please note that if you park in a metered space on or off campus, you are responsible for paying the meter. We recommend downloading the Passport Parking app, as many of the meters are cashless. 

For more information on the new flexible reserved parking program, please visit our Flexible Reserved Parking webpage.

Visit the bookstore in Farrington Square for all of your Lehigh University gear. For information, please call 610-758-3375.

Have specific questions about the weekend? Stop by the Family Weekend Info Hub – a staffed table inside the Lehigh Store. There is no check-in required here, just a helpful resource for weekend information, local tips, and friendly faces ready to help.

The Lehigh Store 
1 Farrington Square

Hours:
Friday: 8:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m.
Saturday: 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Sunday: 11:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

Please check our list of hotel blocks above and contact hotels directly with any questions.

For a map with accessible entrances and parking areas, visit the Lehigh campus map and use the filter for Accessible Entrances and Parking (on the left-hand menu). You can zoom in using the + in the upper right-hand corner of the map. For further assistance with parking and transportation accommodations, please contact Parking Services.

If you would like information regarding spiritual places on campus and their hours or about spiritual counseling, contact the Chaplain’s Office at (610) 758-3877.

Lehigh's strategy, Inspiring the Future Makers, sets forth ambitious goals that ensure the university delivers on its promise to innovate and make change happen. To fuel this strategy, GO Beyond: The Campaign for Future Makers has set a goal of $1.25 billion and invites alumni, parents, and friends to rally in support of this bold vision. Visit the GO Beyond webpage to learn more.

On-Campus Dining
The Lehigh University Pub
Located in the Clayton University Center, the Lehigh University Pub offers a full menu to the campus community for lunch and dinner. Inspired by European bistros as well as more traditional taverns, the Lehigh community can gather to enjoy a drink (beer or wine served) or a meal. Learn more about menus and reservations.

Pub hours for Family Weekend:

• Friday, September 26 from 11:00 a.m.–9:00 pm.
• Saturday, September 27 from 11:00 a.m.–9:00 p.m.
• Sunday, September 28 from 9:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.

Rathbone Dining Hall Door Rates: 

• Breakfast $12.75
• Brunch $16.00
• Lunch $16.00
• Dinner $18.00

Families can enjoy 20% off the Rathbone door rates over Family Weekend!

Families are welcome to pay and dine with their students at any of the open dining locations on campus. For details on all dining and retail locations, including costs and hours of operation, visit the Lehigh Dining website.

Off-Campus Dining
If you are looking to dine off-campus, explore restaurants in the Bethlehem area.

For information on things to do on your own in the Lehigh Valley, please visit the Discover the Lehigh Valley webpage.