Family Weekend 2023
Friday, September 29–Sunday, October 1
Events begin at 11:30 a.m. Friday and end at noon Sunday.
Things to Do and Places to Eat
at Dartmouth and in the Upper Valley
Whether you're exploring the campus, Hanover, or the entire Upper Valley this weekend, we've got your guide for where to go and what to eat. From Big Green athletics, hiking, apple picking, curling up with a book and a coffee, or enjoying a cruller at Lou's Bakery, there's something for the whole family on campus and beyond.
Things to Do
Hiking and Outdoor Recreation
- Dartmouth Outdoors
- Quechee Gorge
- Moosilauke Ravine Lodge: The new Ravine Lodge and its associated bunkhouses are amazing. The Lodge is entirely new, with amazing architecture, décor, and views of the mountain.
- Dartmouth Yacht Club
- Appalachian Trail
- Northern Rail Trail
- Explore other hikes long and short in Vermont and New Hampshire
- Upper Valley Land Trust
Participate in religious services in the Hanover community.
Visit the Upper Valley Business Alliance website for more ideas and places to explore, as well as places to eat, in addition to the suggestions listed below.
Grab a bite to eat
We planned the weekend with Friday and Saturday night dinners as free time so that you can enjoy time with your student and other families. If you haven’t already done so, we suggest you make dinner reservations for both evenings.
On Campus
- The Class of 1953 Commons (aka “FOCO”) is open for dinner Friday and Saturday night from 4:00 p.m.–8:30 p.m. for families. Students on a meal plan can use their guest passes, or parents can pay at the door for all-you-care to eat. Families are also welcomed to enjoy the dining hall for lunch on Friday and Sunday.
In Hanover
- Lou’s Restaurant and Bakery: 50 Main Street, Hanover, N.H. A Hanover institution! Lou’s features all-day breakfasts, diner-style lunches, and loads of baked treats in an old-timey locale open since 1947.
- Still North Books & Bar : 3 Allen Street, Main Street, Hanover, N.H. Browse a curated selection of books and enjoy treats from the café. Still North is frequented by faculty and students, providing the possibility to strike up conversations with members of the Dartmouth community.
- Molly’s Restaurant
- Pine Restaurant (located in the Hanover Inn)
- Murphy’s on the Green
- Tacos y Tequila
- Tuk Tuk Thai
- Sushi Ya
- Umpleby’s Bakery Café
- Basecamp Cafe
- Jewel of India
- Boloco
- Han Fusion
- Dunk’s Sports Grill
- Jesse's Steaks, Seafood & Tavern
- Sawtooth Kitchen
- Ramunto's Brick and Brew
In the Surrounding Area
- Four Aces Diner (West Lebanon, NH)
- Three Tomatoes (Lebanon, NH)
- Marsh Brother Deli (Lebanon, NH)
- Oak and Grain (New London, NH)
- Peter Christian’s Tavern (New London, NH)
- Millstone Restaurant (New London, NH)
- King Arthur Flour (Norwich, VT)
- Jasper Murdock's Alehouse (Norwich, VT)
- Cloudland Farm (Woodstock, VT)
- Prince and the Pauper (Woodstock, VT)
- Chef Brad’s Crazyside (Woodstock, VT)
- Worthy Kitchen (Woodstock, VT)
- Worthy Burger (Royalton, VT)
- Samurai Soul Food (Fairlee, VT)
- Thyme (White River Junction, VT)
- Elixir (White River Junction, VT)
- Tuckerbox (White River Junction, VT)
- Piecemeal Pies (White River Junction, VT)
- Trail Break (White River Junction, VT)
- Moonshine Inn (Brownsville, VT)
- Harpoon Brewery (Windsor, VT)
- Long Trail Brewery (Bridgewater Corners, VT)
Have questions?
For more information, contact Kay Reynolds, Associate Director, Family Relations and Engagement at dartmouth.families@dartmouth.edu