Schedule of Events
We are excited to share the following schedule of events for Spring Fling 2025, which will feature the NC State v. Wake Forest Men's Basketball game.
Additional events are currently being finalized. The following details are subject to change. Please check back for more information as the date draws near.
Registration for this event will open on Wednesday, January 8, 2025.
We look forward to seeing you all soon!
Friday, February 21
Pack Family Regions Networking Dinners
Time and Place
6:30 p.m.
Locations will vary
Join us for the opportunity to network with other Pack families from your region and enjoy a casual dinner at one of Raleigh’s most popular dining destinations. Students are welcome to attend. Please include all members of your party when registering.
Final details, including location and host information, will be sent to all registered families. Registration is free, but food, beverages, parking and transportation arrangements are at cost. Extended family members are welcome. Please include the total number of attendees in your party upon registration.
PacKIN Action Sibling Event
Time and Place
5:00 p.m. -9:00 p.m.
Check-in begins at 4:30 p.m.
Talley Student Union
$40.00 per participant
PacKIN Action is open to all NC State students, siblings, cousins, family, and friends ages 7-17. To register, a minimum of 2 participants must be present. Please include the NC State student(s) and sibling(s) in the number selected.
This memorable evening of family fun is designed exclusively for NC State students and their siblings aged 7-17. It allows your college student and their sibling(s)* to share quality time, favored traditions, and unforgettable Wolfpack fun.
The schedule of events is being finalized!
*This event is designed for NC State students and their siblings but is open to cousins and close family friends. Parents are welcome to attend but must register as participants and pay the same participation fee.
This is not an overnight event. NC State students must stay with their sibling(s) for the event. NC State students and siblings must register for this event and attend together.
Advanced Registration Required
Family Dinner
Time and Place
Fountain 4:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Clark Dining Hall 4:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Fountain OR Clark Dining Hall
Parents, students, and families are invited to join students for an elevated dining experience at Fountain or Clark Dining Hall. NC State’s award-winning chef has designed a family-style dinner menu that is fit for your family. Advance ticket purchase is encouraged, as this will help the chef plan for this event.
Students with a meal plan are not required to purchase a ticket for Family Dinner.
Memorial Belltower Tours
Time and Place
Tour Times (1 tour time per family; max. limit of 5 guests per family)
3:30 p.m.
5:00 p.m.
6:30 p.m.
Holladay Hall
Join Dr. Tom Stafford, former vice chancellor for Student Affairs, for a legendary tour of the Memorial Belltower. Step back in time as we discover the history and significance of this famous campus landmark. The tour will begin on the front steps of Holladay Hall.
Due to high demand, Belltower Tours are limited to one tour per family. Additionally, we do ask families that have taken this tour before to refrain from registering to allow other Wolfpack Families the opportunity to have this exceptional experience. Thank you in advance.
Space is limited.
Dinner with your Student
Fountain 4:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Clark Dining Hall 4:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Fountain OR Clark Dining Hall
Parents, students, and families are invited to join students for an elevated dining experience at Fountain or Clark Dining Hall.
Students with a meal plan do not need to purchase a ticket.
5,000 Steps: A Hallowed Places Tour
Time and Place
Tour Times (1 tour time per family; max. limit of 5 guests per family)
4:00 p.m.
5:30 p.m.
7:00 p.m.
Holladay Hall
NC State has recognized nine irreplaceable buildings, landscapes and natural settings on its Raleigh campus that have accrued significant meaning to students, faculty, staff and alumni over time. We call them Hallowed Places. Take a tour of the seven sites within walking distance of the Memorial Belltower and learn about all nine spots on this tour led by University Communications writer, editor and keeper of all things historical about NC State, Tim Peeler (’87).
Along the way, we’ll discuss university folklore, icons, legends, and the hallowed history of the ground between the tunnels and under the bricks of North Carolina’s largest university.
NOTE: This is a walking tour. It is not strenuous, but it will move quickly to stay within the allotted hour. It could be longer if the group is curious. Walking shoes are recommended. Also, beware of the bricks.
Space is limited.
Cookie/Cupcake Decorating Class with NC State Pastry Chef
Details
6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
8:00 p.m. – 9: 30 p.m.
Wellness and Recreation Instructional Kitchen
$20.00 per person
Join us for this sweet cookie AND cupcake decorating event led by NC State’s talented pastry chef! This hands-on workshop is perfect for bakers of all skill levels. You’ll learn various techniques to transform plain treats into edible works of NC State art. Gather your friends and unleash your creativity as you decorate delicious cookies and cupcakes with vibrant frosting, sprinkles, and more.
All materials will be provided, so just bring your enthusiasm and a sweet tooth! Don’t miss this fun opportunity to indulge in a tasty art experience!
Space is limited.
Saturday, February 22
Question, Persuade, Refer (QPR) Suicide Prevention Training
Time and Place
8:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
E. Carroll Joyner Visitor Center
There is no cost; Advanced registration is required.
Question, Persuade and Refer (QPR) training is a community-based, nationally recognized, and empirically grounded suicide prevention program for students, faculty, staff, and now families!
Understanding and recognizing warning signs of suicide is crucial to helping students get the support they need. For this reason, Parents and Families Services is partnering with Prevention Services in collaboration with the Counseling Center and the Office of Risk Assessment to offer Wolfpack Families QPR training.
QPR focuses on connecting someone in distress with additional support or referring them for professional help. NC State has joined more than 160 colleges and universities in offering QPR, and we hope Pack Parents will join us in our efforts.
There is no cost to attend this event. Lunch will be provided. Space is limited.
Saturday Brunch
Time and Place
9:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. at Fountain Dining Hall
10:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. at Clark Dining Hall
Parents and families are invited to join their student(s) for Sunday Brunch in either Fountain or Clark Dining Hall. Students with a meal plan do not need a ticket.
NC State v. Wake Forest Men’s Basketball Gameday Experience
Details
12:00 p.m. Pre-game Tipoff Party
Dail Club, TowneBank Center
2:00 p.m NC State v. Wake Forest Men’s Basketball Tipoff
Lenovo Center
Ticket Price
$75.00 Non-NC State Students
$45.00 NC State Student Ticket (there is no charge for NC State student basketball tickets)
Whether you’re a die-hard fan or just looking to have a good time, this party is the perfect way to celebrate the big game in a location that can’t be beaten. Don’t miss out on the fun—come decked out in your Red and White and bring your basketball spirit!
What’s included?
*Guaranteed parking on-site at the TowneBank Center (a short walk over to the Lenovo Center after the event)
*All food, beverages, and entertainment at the Tipoff Party
*Game ticket to the NC State v. Wake Forest Men’s Basketball game
Where is the TowneBank Center?
TowneBank Center dominates the skyline around Carter-Finley Stadium as it rises above the west stands. Attendees will enjoy a vibrant pre-game event overlooking the football stadium for memorable photo-ops and only a short distance to the big game.
Purchasing game tickets through the unique Parents and Families Services NEW and centralized ticketing site guarantees parents and students are seated together for the big game. There is no charge for student tickets through our site, but a student ticket MUST be reserved at the time of purchase and student ID numbers are required.
Wolfpack Family Comedy Hour
Details
7:00 p.m.
Witherspoon Auditorium
$30.00 Guest Ticket (all non-NC State students)
$20.00 NC State Student Ticket
Join us for an unforgettable evening of laughter and connection! Our lineup of NC State comedians will take the stage to share their hilarious and heartfelt stories about the ups and downs of college life, the challenges and joys of parenting college students and everything in between. Whether you’re a current student, a proud Pack Parent or simply someone who enjoys a good laugh, you’ll find relatable moments and plenty of reasons to smile. Don’t miss out on this chance to unwind and enjoy a night filled with wit, warmth and wonderful stories!
Advance ticket sales only. Tickets will not be sold on site. Space is limited.
Sunday, February 23
Parents and Families in Service together: The 2025 Planting Project
Time and Place
8:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
Location is TBD
This event is free of cost and welcomes all who would like to participate!
Wolfpack families and their students are invited to join the ranks of hundreds of family volunteers who have contributed their time and talents over the years and left a lasting mark on campus. We’ll bring the tools and work right alongside you and your family as we come together for this planting project.
Farewell Brunch
Time and Place
9:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. at Fountain Dining Hall
10:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. at Clark Dining Hall
Parents and families are invited to join their student(s) for Sunday Brunch in either Fountain or Clark Dining Hall. Students with a meal plan do not need a ticket.
5,000 Steps: A Hallowed Places Tour
Time and Place
Tour Times (1 tour time per family; max. limit of 5 guests per family)
9:00 a.m.
10:30 a.m.
Holladay Hall
NC State has recognized nine irreplaceable buildings, landscapes and natural settings on its Raleigh campus that have accrued significant meaning to students, faculty, staff and alumni over time. We call them Hallowed Places. Take a tour of the seven sites within walking distance of the Memorial Belltower and learn about all nine spots on this tour led by University Communications writer, editor and keeper of all things historical about NC State, Tim Peeler (’87).
Along the way, we’ll discuss university folklore, icons, and legends, as well as the hallowed history of the ground that lies between the tunnels and under the bricks of North Carolina’s largest university.
NOTE: This is a walking tour. It is not strenuous, but it will move quickly to stay within the allotted hour. It could be longer if the group is curious. Walking shoes are recommended. Also, beware of the bricks.
Space is limited!
Memorial Belltower Tours
Tour Times (1 tour time per family; max. limit of 5 guests per family)
8:30 a.m.
10:00 a.m.
Holladay Hall
Time and Place
Join Dr. Tom Stafford, former vice chancellor for Student Affairs, for a legendary tour of the Memorial Belltower. Step back in time as we discover the history and significance of this famous campus landmark. The tour will begin on the front steps of Holladay Hall.
Due to high demand, Belltower Tours are limited to one tour per family. Additionally, we ask families that have taken this tour before to refrain from registering to allow other Wolfpack Families this memorable experience. Thank you in advance.
Paint and Brunch with Pinot’s Palette
Details
11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Talley Student Union
$60.00 Guest (non-NC State student)
$50.00 NC State Student
Sponsored by Pinot’s Palette in Brier Creek
Guests will enjoy an buffet brunch while exploring their creative side. Local artists from one of Raleigh’s most popular painting studios, Pinot’s Palette in Brier Creek, will lead our guests to create their own 8′′x10′′ NC State-themed painting. One canvas per registrant. Guests will be able to leave with their artwork as a memento of their weekend here at NC State!
Advance registration only; space is limited.
Questions? Please email ncstateparents@ncsu.edu or call the Parents’ Helpline at (919) 515.2441.