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Written By: Ian Silvester

Fall is officially in the air, and the Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµAPP – Fort Smith is eager to usher in the new season with the return of its annual Family Weekend on October 3-4.

The weekend slate of events includes something for everyone, from pumpkin painting and volleyball to a 5K race and the Family Fall Fest, featuring the annual chili cook-off, photo booth, inflatables, music, and games.

“Family Weekend is one of the most exciting traditions at Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµAPP because it brings the energy of our students and their loved ones together on campus,â€� said Stephany Dobbins, new student and family programs coordinator. “We host this weekend so families can experience the spirit of Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµAPP firsthand – cheering at games, joining in fun activities, and making memories with the students. It’s about celebrating their journey, building connections, and showing that every family is a vital part of our Lion community.â€�

The full slate of events below:


Friday, Oct. 3

Family Festival – 5 p.m.

Join Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµAPP deans, faculty, and staff for light refreshments and pumpkin painting at the Stubblefield Center before volleyball.

Volleyball vs University of Central Missouri – 6 p.m.

The Lions host the Central Missouri Jennies in the season’s home opener. Purchase ticket(s) from the . *Tickets are free for Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµAPP students and employees.*

Mid-Autumn Festival – 7:30 p.m.

Also known as the Moon Festival, head over to the Lion’s Den Courtyard for an evening of food and lantern painting, hosted by the Vietnamese Student Association.


Saturday, Oct. 4

Numa’s Pumpkin Dash 5K – 8:15 a.m.

Come for the race, stay for the pumpkin-spiced energy. Check in at the Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµAPP Bell Tower beginning at 8:15 a.m. Walk, jog, or run starting at 9. Register here.

Family Fall Fest – 10:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m.

A tailgate for the entire family. Located at the corner of Waldron and Kinkead avenues, grab a bite to eat at the chili cook-off, snap a photo with the family, play on inflatables, listen to music, and enter for a chance to win door prizes.

Volleyball vs Missouri Southern – 1 p.m.

The Lions host Missouri Southern at Stubblefield Center. The Student Government Association Family of the Year Award winner will be announced. Purchase ticket(s) from the Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµAPP Box Office.  *Tickets are free for Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµAPP students and employees.*

Media Relations

The Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµAPP Office of Communications fields all media inquiries for the university. Email Rachel.Putman@uafs.edu for more information.

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