Parent and Family Association

Mom's Weekend 2025 - Friday, Nov. 7 through Sunday, Nov. 9

The Parent and Family Association has created an array of events and programs all weekend long.

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FRIDAY, Nov. 7

Check-In

Time: 5 p.m. - 9 p.m. 
Student Union, Auditorium

Make sure to check-in for Moms Weekend. This is where you will pick up your tickets, your Mom's Weekend shirt, the schedule of events for the weekend, and be able to ask any questions that you might have. 

Mom's Weekend Trivia

Time: 6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. 
Student Union, Ingman Room

Test your knowledge as you team up against other families in our trivia night. Trivia topics could range anywhere from general knowledge to special interest topics. Compete for a chance to win a $200 Rocket Bookstore gift card and stock up on UToledo gear for the family! Pizza and non-alcoholic beverages will be available during the event. 

Paint & Sip with Deborah Wong 

Time: 7:30 p.m. - 9 p.m. 
Student Union, Auditorium 

Join us for a traditional paint and sip event for our first night of Mom's Weekend! We will have light hors d'oeuvres, mocktails, and a cash bar available. Our instructor for the evening will be walking you through a painting tutorial, with acrylic paints. 


SATURDAY, Nov. 8

Toledo Farmers' Market

Time: 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. 

Downtown Toledo (525 Market St. Toledo, OH 43604)

The Farmers' Market is a unique parrt of the history of the City of Toledo. The Farmers' Market of Toledo began in 1832 along the streetcar line on Monroe, Superior, and Washington Streets. Today, the Farmers' Market is a highlight of the Downtown Toledo community. Go down and enjoy a fresh cup of coffee while you explore the different vendors, listen to live music. Make sure to stop by the Libbey Glass retail shop, right next to the Farmers' Market. 

Visit the Toledo Farmers' Market website for more information 

(Transportation is not provided for this event)

Zumba Class

Time: 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. 
Recreation Center

Get your groove on with Zumba this morning. Join in the fun of getting your body moving with the skilled instructors of our UToledo Recreation Team. 

Mom's Weekend appreciation lunch picture. featuring three different pictures of mom's with their students, surrounded by blue and gold flowers.

Mom's Appreciation Lunch

Time: 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Student Union Auditorium

Join us in celebrating the incredible mothers who continuously inspire with their dedication and love. We're hosting a special lunch in your honor, complete with a heartfelt welcome message from our universitys' top leadership. It's our way of saying thank you for all that you do. Moms and students, come share this memorable day with us! Take a moment and participate in one of our service activities for the weekend as we make cards for Veterans. 

Mother and daughter participating in the "Paint a Pot" during 2023 Mom's Weekend

Bookmark & Brew

Time: 2 p.m. - 3 p.m. 

Student Union, T-Section

Get crafty as you make your own bookmark and mix your own specialty tea blend. We will provide all the crafty supplies needed to make a treasured bookmark to remember the weekend! Explore the various tea leaves and add-ins as you make your own specialty blend, and give it a name. 

We will have hot water and mugs available for you to enjoy your tea (and coffee) while socializing with other families. 

two utoledo students outside working in a flower bed

Service with G.U.T.S

Time: 3 p.m. - 5 p.m. 
UToledo Greenhouse

Get your hands dirty with service as we partner with the Greening UToledo through Service Learning (G.U.T.S) initiative. We will be working both outside and inside the greenhouse on-campus. All supplies, equipment, and gloves will be provided. 

Spots are limited for this service opportunity due to capacity of the spaces! 

Bowling 

Time: 5 p.m. - 6 p.m. 

Join us for some fun at the bowling alley, where fun meets competition! This event will be filled with strikes, spares, and plenty of laughs. Whether you're a seasoned pro or  a first-timer, there's something their for everyone. 

Pizza and non-alcoholic beverages will be available. 

(Additional Ticketed Opportunity, Transportation is not provided)

a mother and daughter skating during Mom's Weekend glow party

Glow Party

Time: 7 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Student Union, Auditorium 

Join us for an evening under the neon lights as we continue the celebration of Mom's Weekend! We will have an indoor roller skating rink (roller skates provided, but feel free to bring your own as well), various glow activity and games. Make sure to stop by our table to grab a glow stick or two for the fun! 

We will have various snacks and handcrafted mocktails for the night! 


SUNDAY, Nov. 9

UToledo Women's Basketball Vs Gonzaga

Time: 2 p.m. 
Savage Arena

Cheer on the MAC Champion lady Rockets as they take to the court. The women are taking on Gonzaga within Savage Arena! 

Toledo Museum of Art

Visit the Toledo Museum of Art

Time: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
The Toledo Museum of Art

Since its founding in 1901, the Toledo Museum of Art has earned a global reputation for the quality of its collections, innovative and extensive education programs and architectural  significant campus. The Museum seeks to become the model art museum in the country, leading the way in genuinely and creatively engaging its communities and fostering a sense of belonging for all its audiences. Parking is not included.

 

Last Updated: 10/18/25