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Regent University students and mascot Royal the Royal celebrate 2026 Family Weekend, posing in front of large Regent University block letters on the campus lawn

Regent Family Weekend

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SEPTEMBER 18-19, 2026 | Alumni, Current Students, & Their Families

Family Weekend brings together our Regent Community – including students, alumni, and their families – for a weekend full of meaningful events, cherished Regent traditions, and opportunities to create lasting memories. Featuring Royals Fest, Operation Blessing, and The Outpouring Night of Worship, it’s sure to be a special time for celebration and connection on our favorite campus. Invite your loved ones and make plans to join us!

Check-in is between 5:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. and a dinner buffet is available for purchase in the Ordinary.

Check-in is between 7:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. in the COMM Lobby. Retail and dining are available for purchase.

TimeEvent
9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.Tours: General Campus & COMM Building (EM & SCA)
TBACBN 700 Club Tours
TBAParent/Student Panel
11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.Tag Along with Your Student for Class
2:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.Open House:
-School-Specific (School Suites)
-Student Affairs (77 Lounge)
-Athletics (Suite)
-Military Affairs (Suite)
-Alumni & Parents’ Council (Suite)
3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.Vision Panel with Executive Council
TBALaw School Small Event
4:00 p.m.Royals Fest (with Athletic Game)

Explore Virginia Beach and the Oceanfront. Theatre show tickets, retail, and dining are available for purchase.

TimeEvent
TBAOperation Blessing Service Project (LIB Plaza or Atrium)
TBAPrayer Breakfast (LIB Atrium)
10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.Tours: General Campus & COMM Building
10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.Pickleball & Basketball Tournament
12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.Athletic Game (Soccer/Volleyball)
TBAAlumni Small Event
TBAThe Outpouring

Blue ($20 per person)

  • Family and Alumni
  • Access to all central programming
  • Food voucher at Royals Fest
  • Family Weekend t-shirt

Green ($40 Per Person)

In addition to Blue Tier benefits:

Gold ($60 per person)

In addition to Blue and Green Tier benefits:

  • Prayer breakfast
  • Exclusive Access with The Outpouring Worship Artists(s)

Registration for this event will go live April 15, 2026.

The beautiful Founders Inn and Spa, conveniently located adjacent to the Regent University campus, offers first-class guest accommodations. The resort features captivating Grand Georgian architecture. Renowned art and antiques adorn the property, including noteworthy period furnishings. You will experience the intimate hospitality of a country inn and these outstanding amenities:

Founders Inn Regent University Virginia Beach: Stay on campus during College Preview Weekend.

Fitness Center – New, updated equipment and spacious facilities.

Indoor Pool – ADA-compliant heated saltwater indoor pool and hot tub.

Bark Park – Fenced-in dog area with plenty of space to run.

The Flowering Almond Spa – With rejuvenating full-spa services, including massage, skincare, and nail care.

To book your reservation, call 757.424.5511.

Regent offers several dining and beverage options:

  • The Ordinary Cafe is a quaint dining establishment located in the Dede Robertson Student Center, offering fresh food made from scratch. The cafe uses a counter service model. Orders can also be placed online. The dining area offers two-level indoor seating and outdoor seating. 
  • 77 Coffeehouse, also located in the Dede Robertson Student Center, is a coffee shop offering a broad selection of handcrafted beverages, including coffee, espresso, teas, smoothies, and cocoas. They also offer sodas, bottled waters, juices, a limited pastry selection, and other treats. The cafe uses a counter service model. Orders can also be placed online. Seating is available in the adjoining Student Lounge.
  • Swan Terrace, located in The Founders Inn on the same grounds as Regent and CBN, is an American grill house featuring choice steaks, fresh seafood, and locally sourced seasonal ingredients. Cozy atmosphere with indoor and outdoor seating. Reservations are not required but recommended, particularly during peak hours and in conjunction with Regent events and conferences.
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Additionally, local food truck vendors will be on campus for walk-up food and beverage service during Royals Fest. Plus, Virginia Beach’s surrounding coastal community and neighboring downtown cities offer a thriving culinary scene with celebrated local chefs.

DIRECTIONS

FROM INTERSTATE 64 (EAST OR WEST)

Street Address: 1000 Regent University Drive, Virginia Beach, VA, 23464

To assist you in your travels, please follow Google Maps for general directions to campus. As you exit the interstate at Indian River Road, the instructions below will guide you to our campus:

Take exit 286B from Interstate 64 at Indian River Road. The right-hand lane immediately merges into Regent University Drive, just before the entrance to The Founders Inn and Spa (which also offers access to the Regent campus). 

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Event Parking

College Preview Weekend check-in will be on Thursday afternoon in the Communications Building Lobby. The instructions below will guide you to Regent University’s free event parking:

  1. Take exit 286B from Interstate 64 at Indian River Road. The far right-hand lane immediately merges into Regent University Drive. Do NOT take this road.
  2. Continue on Indian River Road for approximately 0.3 miles. At the first stop light, on the right, is the entrance to The Founders Inn and Spa. You will stay on Indian River Road, continuing past this entrance.
  3. Continue on Indian River Road .3 miles to the second light. Turn right onto Centerville Turnpike.
  4. Continue on Centerville Turnpike approximately .3 miles to the first light. Turn right onto CBN Center Drive, where you will immediately see a guard station.
  5. Continue on CBN Center Drive a very short distance, passing the guard station on your left. At the stop sign immediately beyond the guard station, turn left into Visitor Parking (Lot “L” on the campus map).
  6. Additional event signage will guide you to your final destination.

OTHER TRAVEL OPTIONS

Regent is easily accessible from both the Norfolk International Airport and the Greyhound Bus Terminal, both just 15 minutes away.

If traveling to Virginia Beach by air, you may take advantage of Norfolk International Airport (ORF), which offers convenient connections to most major U.S. airports. You may also choose to fly into Newport News/Williamsburg International Airport, located just 35 miles from campus.

Yes, all attendees are required to register for this event.

  • The general attire for Family Weekend is casual.
  • Wear your comfortable walking shoes.

Yes, please visit The Regent Gift Shop to purchase Family Weekend merchandise.

Registration and payments for Family Weekend are non-refundable.

Stay up to date on all event details by following: @regentuniversity, @regentstudentengagement, and @regentalumni.

If you have any questions, please contact us at familyweekend@regent.edu.

Regent University Chili Bowl Royals Fest — aerial campus view featuring the university chapel and administration building surrounded by fall foliage

Regent University Chili Bowl

Join Us for Royals Fest on Friday, September 18, 2026 at the Intramural Flag Football Field!  A Celebration of What It Means to Be a Regent Royal!

Get ready for one of the most spirited events of the year! Royals Fest brings together students, alumni, and staff for a day full of community, competition, and school spirit. Come decked out in your Regent gear to cheer on the top two intramural flag football teams as they face off in the Royals Fest Chili Bowl!