Parent and Family Orientation 2026
Parent and Family Orientation events will be offered in person on Saturday, August 29 – Sunday, August 30, 2026. Below is a preview of events for the weekend. Schedule is subject to change.
Hyatt Regency Boston/Cambridge Hotel Room Block
In order to make finding accommodations easier for you, we have worked with the Hyatt Regency Boston/Cambridge located at 575 Memorial Drive, Cambridge MA 02139. The Hyatt has discounted room rates available from August 24 – September 4 for those who want to spend more time in Cambridge; however, Parent and Family Orientation Events will be from August 29 – August 30.
If you are interested in the block booking, please come back to this page on Monday, May 4, 2026 where the booking link will be available. Please plan to book your hotel stay by Friday, July 24, 2026.
Saturday, August 29
Tentative schedule will be available by May 1, 2026.
Sunday, August 30
Tentative schedule will be available by May 1, 2026.
Ticketed Events During Parent and Family Orientation
Ticket sales are open on Monday, May 4, 2026 and will close on Friday, August 14.
On Saturday, August 29, we have partnered with View Boston in the Prudential Center for a fun evening with fellow parent and family members, staff from MIT, and some current upper-level students. Enjoy all the sights the City of Boston has to offer!
On Sunday, August 30, join us for our annual Parent and Family Orientation Breakfast. This event offers a wonderful opportunity to mingle with MIT staff, current upper-level students, and fellow parents and family members, while also hearing from distinguished MIT faculty and staff. Please note that this event is intended for parents and family members, not students.
On Sunday August 30, we will be hosting our biggest event of Parent and Family Orientation: Jazz Night! Enjoy the company of MIT Staff, fellow parent and family members, light fare, a cash bar, and an evening of excellent Jazz Music! We look forward to celebrating your students’ accomplishments with you all here.
Class of 2030 Class Photo Purchase
Each year, the First Year students take their class photo on the last day of Orientation. This is a great photo to hold on to for years to come. The link to purchase will become available by Monday, May 4, 2026.
Please note: Photos will be delivered to our office for your student to pick up in the late fall. Photos will not be shipped to your home address.