WELCOME FAMILIES AND LOVED ONES
MUSTANG FAMILY FEST WEEKEND
November 1-23, 2024
Families are asked to register for the event to assist with planning and to receive complimentary family t-shirts.
Morningside University Student Government looks forward to hosting student families the weekend of Friday, November 1 through Sunday, November 3.
Highlights for the weekend include Friday’s Miscast Cabaret Performance, a spectacular combination of music and theater. Saturday features a Pancake Ag-Stravaganza and exciting athletic events, including football and volleyball matches, making it an engaging day for sports enthusiasts. Sunday’s agenda offers a worship service and a fun-filled family scavenger hunt.
WEEKEND SCHEDULE
7 p.m.
Miscast Cabaret Performance, Eppley Auditorium
Come enjoy the talents of students at this FREE event.
9-10:30 a.m.
Self-Guided Campus Tours
9:30-11:30 a.m.
Tshirt Pick-up, Lobby of Eppley Auditorium
Families that ordered shirts should stop by to get them.
Faculty/Staff Mingle and Pancake Ag-Stravaganza, Lob-
by of Eppley Auditorium, Tours to Ag Facility
Faculty and staff who are available will be in attendance.
Come enjoy free pancakes served by Dr. Albert Mosley and
the Regina Roth Applied Agricultural and Food Studies
Department. Additionally, the Sharon Walker School of
Education students will host kids games and activities.
Noon-1 p.m.
Tshirt Pick-up, Location TBD
Families that ordered shirts should stop by to get them.
Morningside Student Government Pre-Game
Tailgate, Elwood Olsen Stadium
Head to the stadium to enjoy pre-game festivities.
Noon
Swim team duals vs. Gustavus Adolphus, Hindman-
Hobbs Center
1 p.m.
Football vs. Northwestern, Elwood Olsen Stadium
Featuring performances from The Pride of Morningside
Marching Band, Morningside Dance Team, and
Morningside Cheer. Tickets can be purchased online or at
the gate and are $10 for adults, $3 for K-12, and free with an
Mside ID.
3:30 p.m.
JV Women’s Volleyball vs. Dakota Wesleyan, Rosen
Verdoorn
4 p.m.
Grill Masters Cookout, Elwood Olsen Stadium Shelter House
Grab some free food before the volleyball game and Cabaret.
5 p.m.
Volleyball vs. Dakota Wesleyan, Rosen Verdoorn
Tickets can be purchased online or at the gate and are $10
for adults, $3 for K-12, and free with an Mside ID.
8:30-10:30 a.m.
Spoonholder Coffee Shop Open, HJF Learning Center
The first 35 families get free coffee!
9 a.m.
FCA-Led Church Service, UPS Auditorium, Lincoln Center
11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Brunch, Wikert Dining Hall (Caf)
Enjoy a meal with your student using their meal plan or
purchase a guest pass for $14 per guest.
1 p.m.
Scavenger Hunt (on your own)
Scan a QR code from Morningside University Student
Government to play for your chance to win a gift card to
The Mside Store! Watch for more information about where
to get the QR code.
HOTELS
We have partnered with several area hotels for a Morningside discount. Please contact the property and ask for the Morningside rate.
Enjoy the independence of your own apartment-like suite featuring a fully equipped kitchen with cookware & utensils. Our outdoor gazebo is a perfect place to grill your favorite dinner & relax after a day at work.
4720 Southern Hills Drive
Sioux City, IA 51106
712-271-2222
Conveniently located in heart of downtown Sioux City, Iowa, the Courtyard is connected to the Sioux City Convention Center. The Courtyard Sioux City Downtown Convention Center features a Bistro, comfortable guestrooms, complimentary high-speed WiFi, indoor pool and a fitness center overlooking Historic 4th Street.
We’re just off US Highway 20, seven miles from Sioux Gateway Airport, and within walking distance of Lakeport Commons Mall, and Southern Hills Mall, for retail heaven. Explore the Sioux City Railroad Museum, 13 miles away, or visit the Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center, 14 minutes’ drive. Daily hot breakfast, WiFi, and parking are on us.
5555 Sergeant Road
Sioux City, IA 51106
712-587-6984
Nestled amongst the Sioux City communities of Iowa, Nebraska and South Dakota, the Holiday Inn Express and Suites Sioux City is conveniently accessible off Hwy 20/Hwy 75, I-29 and only 5 minutes away from Sioux Gateway Airport (SUX). Whether in town for business or pleasure, our hotel offers modern comfort with a feeling of home.Start your day with a free, hot breakfast and enjoy nicely appointed amenities including wireless Internet. The hotel is equipped with an indoor heated pool, Fitness area, Business Center, guest laundry, Suite Shop and a meeting room for up to 25 people.
4723 Southern Hills Drive
Sioux City, IA 51106
712-274-0100
Our spacious King and 2-Queen Studios and 2-Queen One-Bedroom Suites are designed so you can spread out, stay flexible and be productive. Our full kitchens allow you to cook what you want when you want it and the large well-lit work spaces + complimentary wired/wireless HSIA and complimentary onsite laundry facilities. Kick each day off with complimentary breakfast and enjoy our indoor pool. Be sure to join us Monday-Wednesday evenings for our complimentary Social Happy Hour; featuring a variety of food, beer, wine and non-alcohol beverages.
A glamorous and distinct Midwestern destination, The Warrior embraces its celebrated past to create an inspired 21st century experience. Experience the perfect blend of modern comfort and art deco flair in our elegant hotel rooms. Each room is a masterpiece of design, featuring sleek lines, warm textures, and a rich color palette. From the moment you step inside, you will be enveloped in a world of luxury and style.
525 6th St.
Sioux City, IA 51101
712-317-1011