CIA Family Weekend 2026

CIA Family Weekend 2026
October 9–11, 2026  |  Hyde Park, New York

Experience the campus, community, and culinary excellence that make the Culinary Institute of America unlike any other college.

This is your chance to see what life at CIA really looks like—in the kitchens, classrooms, and across the campus your student now calls home. Whether you're visiting for the first time or returning to campus, Family Weekend offers a meaningful way to feel the energy and pride your student carries every day in their chef whites.

Important Information

• Registration is required for each family member or guest attending CIA Family Weekend.
• Registration is $70 per person (age 13+) with all-inclusive access to the Family Weekend programming and activities as outlined in the final event schedule.  
• Reduced registration for Youth (age 6-12) is $45, and children age 5 and under are free but must be registered for an accurate headcount.
• Current CIA students are included in their family’s registration (no fee), and their information will be collected during the registration process.
• Credit cards, debit cards, and mobile payment options are accepted.
• Registered guests will receive a welcome packet, a Family Weekend event wristband, and Family Weekend swag at check-in. A Family Weekend wristband is required for most events.
• Family Weekend registrations and merchandise purchases are non-refundable.
• Additional details regarding travel, lodging, parking, and event schedules will be available on the Family Weekend website at https://www.ciachef.edu/cia-family-weekend. 

Your Visit Makes a Difference

The CIA is a not-for-profit college dedicated to preparing the next generation of food and hospitality leaders. More than 90% of our students receive scholarships or other forms of financial aid. Your participation in Family Weekend helps support the educational experiences, campus traditions, and opportunities that make a CIA education possible.