Welcome Back Parents and Families!

 October 3-5, 2025

You're invited back to Colorado Christian University for a special weekend dedicated to our parents and families! We've planned a mix of exciting events and relaxed open time, so you can enjoy campus life with your student, explore their favorite spots, and take in the beauty of Colorado’s fall colors at their peak — a perfect opportunity to experience God’s breathtaking creation and make lasting memories together as a family!

Weekend Events

Friday, October 3, 2025

11:00 a.m. Women's Soccer | Trailblazer Stadium

12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. Check In | Anschutz Student Center
Please pick up your visitor lanyards and pre-paid meal tickets. All guests must wear the lanyards while on campus.

1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Campus Store Open | Anschutz Student Center
Pick up your pre-ordered shirt or shop the other merchandise available for purchase.

1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Play Rehearsal | Armstrong Center Room 066
The students will be rehearsing the fall play, Sense and Sensibility, this afternoon. Drop in anytime for a sneak peek.

2:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Check In | Armstrong Center: Walker Foyer
If you are unable to check in before 2:00, please pick up your visitor lanyards and pre-paid meal tickets at the Armstrong Center. All guests must wear the lanyards while on campus.

3:00 p.m. School of Music Performance | Armstrong Center: McDonald Performance Hall
Enjoy a live performance featuring our talented Colorado Christian University students from the School of Music.

7:00 p.m. Balloon Glow | Armstrong Lawn
Watch the sky come alive as local pilots from the Colorado Balloon Club light up their hot air balloons for a stunning glow display.

• Walk among the balloons and capture beautiful photos.
• Optional: Enjoy tethered balloon rides: $20 per person (benefitting CCU Men’s Basketball).
• Food Trucks: dessert treats available for purchase.

Saturday, October 4, 2025

9:00 a.m. CCU Cornhole Classic | CCU Campus
Get your team together and let's have some fun! Register Here!

11:00 a.m. Worship | Armstrong Center: McDonald Performance Hall or Considine Chapel (TBD)
Come worship with our CCU Worship Team.

12:00 p.m. Family Picnic | Armstrong Lawn/Sidewalk (weather permitting)
Join fellow families for a relaxed picnic after Saturday morning worship.
Pre-registration is required. Since this is a catered meal, students will also need a meal ticket for this event.

1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Campus Store Open | Anschutz Student Center
Pick up your pre-ordered shirt or shop the other merchandise available for purchase.

2:45 p.m. Cougar Spirit | Lawn near the Event Center
Grab a special treat and gift before you head to the game.

3:00 p.m. Volleyball Game | Event Center
Cheer on the Cougars at a home volleyball game! Bring your CCU team spirit and enjoy the excitement of game day!

Sunday, October 5, 2025

Attend church with your student and eat at their favorite restaurant or purchase tickets for brunch back on campus.

1:00 p.m. Soccer Game | Trailblazer Stadium

Meal Information

Guests may purchase meal tickets in advance for on-campus meals during the weekend. This is optional; however, all guests must have a ticket to enter the Dining Commons. Meal tickets may be purchased here, where registration is also done. Students may use their meal swipes for their own meals.

Pre-Order the New Colorado Christian University Mom and Dad Shirts!

Deadline to pre-order is September 15 to guarantee a shirt for pick up during Parent’s Weekend. If you do not pre-order, we cannot guarantee inventory.

We can't wait to welcome you to campus for a joyful and memorable weekend with your student!

Explore Colorado

Here are some of our favorite places to visit in the surrounding areas and the mountains, whether you’re looking to add activities to Parent and Family Weekend or planning a return visit soon.

Popular Colorado Attractions

• Attend Lakewood Cider Days.
• Go on a hike: Lair O' the Bear Park | Red Rock Trail | Genesee Park.
• See the iconic Red Rocks Amphitheater.
• View the fall colors: Kenosha Pass Hike | Guanella Pass | Maroon Bells.
• Visit the Denver Botanic Gardens and the Denver Zoo.
• Drive to Georgetown and enjoy a train ride in the mountains.
• Drive to Idaho Springs for Beau Jo’s Pizza and scenic hikes.
• Visit the Denver Art Museum.
• Explore a longer drive to Canon City and enjoy taking a train ride or white water rafting through the Royal Gorge.
• Stop by the city of Golden for fly fishing at Clear Creek, fun restaurants and shops, and a hike at Golden Gate Canyon State Park or Clear Creek Canyon State Park.
• Drive to Colorado Springs and visit Garden of the Gods, The Broadmoor, Glen Eyrie Castle, and Pike’s Peak.
• Take a drive to Manitou Springs for a more challenging hike up the Manitou Incline.
• Go shopping at the Castle Rock Outlets.
• Take a longer scenic drive up to Glenwood Springs and soak in the Hot Springs and the beauty of the mountains.
• Travel to Rocky Mountain National Park for some beautiful hikes and mountain views.