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April 10-12, 2026
HC Family Weekend
We are thrilled to officially invite you to our second annual Highlands College Family Weekend, taking place Friday, April 10 – Sunday, April 12, 2026. You are an essential part of the Highlands College Family, and this extraordinary weekend is designed for meaningful connection, fresh inspiration, and unforgettable memories.
Get ready for a weekend centered on what matters most — you and your student. From meaningful moments to shared experiences, our hope is that you leave more connected, encouraged, and excited about what God is doing in their life.
Details & Events
Family Weekend Dinner
The Campus Green
Friday, April 10
6:00 – 8:30 p.m.
Kick off the weekend with a Friday night experience all about connection. Share a meal, enjoy the evening, and spend intentional time with your student as you celebrate what God is doing in their life.
Check-in begins at 5:30 p.m. on the Campus Green. You’ll receive a t-shirt, wristbands, and breakfast tickets for the Half Marathon. Please keep your wristbands – they’re required for you, your family, and your student at dinner that evening.
Attire: Casual
Please view the parking map below.
Half Marathon
Saturday, April 11 | 7:00 –11:00 a.m.
Black Creek Park
Highlands Fultondale Campus
3250 Lowery Pkwy, Fultondale, AL 35068
Be part of a special moment at the Highlands College Half Marathon as race participants take on the course. Whether you’re participating or cheering on your student, this is a great way to support and celebrate together.
If you plan to run, enjoy 20% off registration with code HCFamily.
Please view the race schedule & parking information below.
Saturday Night Entertainment
The Campus Green
Saturday, April 11
7:00 – 8:30 p.m.
Wrap up your day with a night full of fun, laughter, and time together. Saturday night is all about creating shared moments with your student through an evening of entertainment you can enjoy as a family.
Attire: Casual
Please view the parking map below.
Sunday Service Experience
Your Student’s Highlands Campus
Sunday, April 12
11:15 a.m.
Close out Family Weekend by attending church together at your student’s Highlands campus. There’s something powerful about worshiping side by side and experiencing the community your student calls home each week.
Race Schedule
When: Saturday, April 11 | 7:00 –11:00 a.m.
Where: Black Creek Park
Parking: Highlands Fultondale Campus
3250 Lowery Pkwy, Fultondale, AL 35068
Parking at Black Creek Park is extremely limited, and all students and their families must park at the Highlands Fultondale Campus.
Shuttles will be available for all Family Weekend guests and will run continuously throughout the day, beginning at 5:30 a.m., from the Fultondale Campus to the race location.
Race Day Details
6:00 a.m.– Students Arrive at Black Creek Park
7:00 a.m. – Race Begins
7:30 a.m. – Post-Race Experience Begins
11:00 a.m. – Race Cutoff
12:00 p.m. – End of Post-Race Experience
On Campus Events Map
On campus event map.
Accommodations
As you make plans to join us, we want to share exclusive discounted rates at select hotels near our campus that offer excellent service.
Hampton Inn 280 - Colonnade
By clicking the button below, you will be redirected to a reservations page with the discount already applied.
Grand Bohemian - Mountain Brook
By clicking the button below, you will be directed to a reservations page with the discount already applied. If you book through Marriott, use our Marriott Corporate Code: B3444 to receive the discount.
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