Sibling Weekend 2022
April 22-24
Send your Illinois State students’ siblings to campus to check out all of the fun activities available during Sibling Weekend at ISU! We have activities planned for all age groups! More events will be added to the list prior to the dates. Please check back for more information.
2022 Gamma Phi Circus
Please join us for the annual Gamma Phi Circus Spring Shows, a Sibling Weekend tradition that features performances by the oldest collegiate circus in the nation. This year marks the 93rd anniversary of the founding of Gamma Phi at Illinois State University in 1929 by Clifford "Pop" Horton. Fall in love with the music of the past and present reimagined by Gamma Phi Circus as they take you on an exciting adventure through the Follow Your Dreams .
Order your show tickets at GoRedbirds.com/Tickets calling the Redbird Ticket Office at (309) 438-8000.
Matinee Carnival
Student Alumni Council welcomes you to its eighth annual pre-show Sibling’s Carnival on the Redbird Arena Concourse, beginning at noon prior to the 1 p.m. Saturday matinee show of Gamma Phi. This popular Sibling Weekend tradition is kid-approved and open to everyone that has a youth ticket to the matinee show. The carnival includes a variety of games, face painters, prizes, and fun for kids of all ages.
Children Discovery Museum
Bring your siblings to Uptown Normal for some fun exploring all the shops including the Children Discovery Museum. Show a Redbird ID card and receive $1 off per person for admission.
Redbird Discounts in Uptown Normal
Several businesses in Uptown are getting in on the family fun. Wear your Redbird gear to receive a discount at participating businesses.
Dine Together at Dining Centers
Students can treat their siblings to the delicious offerings of Watterson Commons or Linkins Dining Center. Two free meals will be available with a reservation. Registration link will be sent to all meal plan holders.
Redbird Baseball
Redbird baseball takes on I-74 rival Bradley all weekend. Take your siblings to Duffy Bass Field over by Tri-Towers to root for our team. Games are Friday at 5 p.m., Saturday at 3 p.m., and Sunday at 1 p.m. and are free!
- Stuff the Duff: Friday's baseball game is the annual Stuff the Duff encouraging fans to pack the ballpark to enjoy extra Redbird fun and giveaways!
- Sandlot Day: Sunday, younger siblings can run the bases at the game and enjoy Dippin' Dots specials.
Those interested in submitting a program/event for Sibling Weekend or with questions can contact Kait Sullivan, graduate assistant for Alumni Engagement.