Office of Student Life

Sibs, Kids and Family Day 2025 Schedule

Below you will find a list of confirmed events for Sibs, Kids and Family Day 2025, held on Saturday, March 29. Some of the boxes will allow you to click them for more information about that particular event.

Please note that additional events will be added as they are confirmed, so check back often!

Throughout the day, be sure to visit our Sibs, Kids and Family Day Event Updates page for any last-minute location changes or cancellations.

Saturday, March 29

The doors on the High Street side of the Ohio Union
9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. / Great Hall Meeting Room, Ohio Union

Check-In

When you arrive on campus, stop by the Ohio Union to pick up your Sibs, Kids and Family Day wristbands. Registration and check-in only takes a few minutes to complete.
A view inside Orton Hall's main lobby area with the geological museum in the background.
9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. / Orton Hall

Orton Geological Museum

The Orton Geological Museum is located in Orton Hall on the South Oval. Part of the School of Earth Sciences, the Museum plays a key role in research, teaching and outreach.
A view alongside the Scarlet Skyway inside the RPAC
9:30 a.m.-midnight / Recreation and Physical Activity Center (RPAC)

Get Fit with Rec Sports

Siblings, parents and families gain free admission to the RPAC on Saturday with their Sibs, Kids and Family Day wristbands.
An event occurring inside the Student Entrepreneurs' Center on Columbus campus
10 a.m.-1 p.m. / 1636 N High St

Family Innovation Challenge

Join us at the Student Entrepreneurs’ Center to participate in an innovation prototyping challenge with the chance to win prizes, meet Ohio State student entrepreneurs, and enjoy a gourmet pop from Frios!
Two people play inflatable Connect 4
10 a.m.-2 p.m. / West Plaza, Ohio Union

SuperGames on the Plaza

Enjoy inflatable games and corn hole just outside of the Ohio Union!
A photo inside the Arne Slettebak Planetarium
Noon, 12:30, 1, 1:30 p.m. / Smith Lab, 5th floor

Planetarium

Enjoy a half hour in the Arne Slettebak Planetarium. Shows are first-come, first-served, so be sure to arrive prior to the scheduled start time.
A side-angle view of Orton Hall with trees in the foreground
Noon-2 p.m. / Orton Hall 110

Buckeye Necklaces and Bell Tower Tours

Ohio Staters, Inc. will be making Buckeye necklaces in Orton Hall. Coloring pages, Buckeye history and bell tower tours will be available too!
Students interact with a desktop computer at the Esports Arena
Noon-6 p.m. / Lincoln Tower 210

Esports Arena Open House

Explore the world of gaming at the Ohio State Esports Arena! One of the largest facilities of its kind, the Esports Arena offers 90 gaming computers, two Virtual Reality stations, a broadcast room and more.
A bird's eye view of Ohio Stadium facing southwest, with Morrill Tower in the background
2-5 p.m. / Ohio Stadium (enter at North Rotunda)

Stadium Tour

Enjoy a self-guided tour of the historic Ohio Stadium. The tour includes access to the field and takes approximately one hour to complete.
Chemistry Demo event image for Sibs, Kids and Family Day 2023
2:30-3:30 p.m. / McPherson Lab 1000

Chemistry Demo Show

Join Ohio State’s Chemistry Demonstration Lab for an action-packed event and see how science can be fun and exciting. People of all ages are welcome to join us for an hour-long show full of fire, liquid nitrogen, and an explosion or two.
Moana 2 movie poster for Sibs, Kids and Family Day 2025
7-9 p.m. / U.S. Bank Conference Theater, Ohio Union

Moana 2

Experience a free movie inside the U.S. Bank Conference Theater! Doors open at 6:30 p.m. (runtime is 1 hour, 40 minutes).

Sunday, March 30

A family sitting on the patio at The Faculty Club
10 a.m.-1 p.m. / The Faculty Club

LIMITED CAPACITY: Sibs, Kids and Family Day Brunch

Optional add-on, limited capacity, reservation required

Extend your stay with a delicious Sunday brunch at The Faculty Club on campus. You can add this to your Sibs, Kids and Family Day registration.
Individuals participate in a group REACH training
1-2:30 p.m. / Ohio Staters, Inc. Traditions Room, Ohio Union

REACHing Out with Parents and Families

Help create a campus culture of care and make suicide prevention a shared responsibility! Join the OSU Suicide Prevention Program and Parent and Family Relations Office for a REACH Suicide Prevention Gatekeeper Training! Click to register.

Athletic Events (may require additional cost)

Baseball pitcher throws ball
FRIDAY 6 p.m. / Bill Davis Stadium

Baseball vs. Oregon

See the Ohio State baseball team battle Oregon. Check back soon for a link to purchase tickets.
An Ohio State women's tennis player pumps her fist
FRIDAY 6 p.m. / Ty Tucker Tennis Center

Women's Tennis vs. UCLA

See the Ohio State Women's Tennis team battle UCLA.
Lacrosse team on sidelines
SATURDAY 1 p.m. / Ohio State Lacrosse Stadium

Men's Lacrosse vs. Rutgers

See the Ohio State men's lacrosse team battle Rutgers. Click this box to purchase tickets.
Players on Ohio State's softball team make an "O" shape with their arms
SATURDAY 2 p.m. / Buckeye Field

Softball vs. Indiana

See the Ohio State Softball team battle Indiana. Check back soon for a link to purchase tickets.
Baseball team in dugout
SATURDAY 3 p.m. / Bill Davis Stadium

Baseball vs. Oregon

See the Ohio State baseball team battle Oregon. Check back soon for a link to purchase tickets.
Four women rowing from the Ohio State women's rowing team
SATURDAY time TBA / Griggs Reservoir Boathouse

Women's Rowing vs. Michigan, Virginia

See the Ohio State Women's Rowing team battle Michigan and Virginia. Check back soon for a link to purchase tickets.
Two women from Ohio State's tennis team exchange high fives while holding tennis rackets
SUNDAY 12 p.m. / Ty Tucker Tennis Center

Women's Tennis vs. USC

See the Ohio State Women's Tennis team battle USC.
Baseball players hug
SUNDAY 12 p.m. / Bill Davis Stadium

Baseball vs. Oregon

See the Ohio State baseball team battle Oregon. Check back soon for a link to purchase tickets.
An Ohio State softball player swings at a pitch during a game
SUNDAY 1 p.m. / Buckeye Field

Softball vs. Indiana

See the Ohio State Softball team battle Indiana. Check back soon for a link to purchase tickets.

Around Columbus (may require additional cost)

A view above the North Market's front entrance with the parking lot on the left
Fri. and Sat. 9 a.m.-7 p.m. / Sun. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. / 56 Spruce St, Columbus, OH 43215

North Market

The North Market has a mix of more than 30 independently owned small businesses with a variety of food and gift options.
An image of the Columbus Museum of Art's exterior
10 a.m.-5 p.m. / 480 E Broad St, Columbus, OH 43215

Columbus Museum of Art

Columbus Museum of Art’s mission is to create great experiences with great art for everyone. Their collection includes outstanding late nineteenth and early twentieth-century American and European modern works of art.
Columbus Zoo and Aquarium entrance
10 a.m.-5 p.m. / 4850 W Powell Rd, Powell, OH 43065

Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

User: parentandfamily | Password: lion

Parents and families: Enjoy discounted tickets to see your favorite animals at the zoo! Click this box and enter the credentials above to unlock this exclusive ticket offer.
A view inside the Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens
10 a.m.-5 p.m. / 1777 E Broad St, Columbus, OH 43203

Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens

Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens is Central Ohio’s premier botanical garden.
The exterior of the National Veterans Memorial and Museum
10 a.m.-5 p.m. / 300 W Broad St, Columbus, OH 43215

National Veterans Memorial and Museum

Visit the National Veterans Memorial and Museum and explore the individual stories and shared experiences of Veterans throughout history.
The exterior of the Ohio History Center
10 a.m.-5 p.m. / 800 E 17th Ave, Columbus, OH 43211

Ohio History Center

The Ohio History Center is the headquarters of the Ohio History Connection. Our mission is to spark discovery of Ohio's stories. Embrace the present, share the past and transform the future.
COSI image for Around Columbus section of schedule
Fri. and Sat. 10 a.m.-7 p.m. / Sun. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. / 333 W Broad St, Columbus, OH 43215

Center of Science and Industry (COSI)

COSI is a nationally esteemed science center that has delighted Central Ohio with all things science for 60 years.
A photo outside of the Easton Town Center and stores
Fri. and Sat. 10 a.m.-9 p.m. / Sun. Noon-6 p.m. / 160 Easton Town Ctr, Columbus, OH 43219

Easton Town Center

Easton is the Midwest’s premier shopping, dining and entertainment destination. With more than 30 million visitors per year, Easton features 200+ best-in-class retailers and luxury brands alongside Columbus’ most exciting dining options.
Marketing material for Blue Jackets vs. Canucks on Friday, March 28, 2025
Fri. 7 p.m. / 200 W Nationwide Blvd, Columbus, OH 43215

Columbus Blue Jackets vs. Vancouver Canucks

The Blue Jackets are providing an exclusive opportunity for parents and families to see our professional ice hockey team in action. Click this box to unlock special ticket options!
Students perform at a BFA Student Concert
Fri. 7:30-9 p.m. / Sat. 2-3:30 p.m. / Sat 7:30-9 p.m. / Barnett Theater, Sullivant Hall

BFA Student Concert

BFA students present their capstone projects, which paint an engaging and captivating picture of their experiences and time at Ohio State. Click this box to purchase tickets.
Promotional material for A Chorus Line
Multiple shows / 1187 N High St, Columbus, OH 43201

Short North Stage: A Chorus Line

A Chorus Line is a stunning concept musical capturing the spirit and tension of a Broadway ensemble audition. Click this box to purchase tickets.
A couple walk through a crosswalk in Bridge Park with cars passing on the nearby street
Hours Vary / 6741 Longshore Street, Dublin, OH 43017

Dublin's Bridge Park

Bridge Park combines upscale residential living with unique dining, shopping and attractions in Downtown Dublin.