CIA Family Weekend
First annual Dish & Dash CIA Family Weekend—a flavorful fall celebration where students, family, and food come together for a weeked of fun.
Save the Date: Dish & Dash—CIA Family Weekend 2025
October 10–12, 2025
Hyde Park, NY campus
We’re turning up the heat this fall with the first annual Dish & Dash CIA Family Weekend—a new tradition where food meets fun, and family is always on the guest list.
Join us October 10–12, 2025, as we cook up a weekend full of connection, competition, and celebration alongside the CIA students who make our campus sizzle.
Registration opens July 22, 2025—stay tuned!
What’s on the Weekend Menu?
Get a taste of some of the events we’re cooking up for our Dish & Dash Family Weekend. The full weekend menu (aka schedule) will be served up in June.
Dash into action with our legendary Run for Your Knives 5k scholarship race.
Dish things up at our crowd-favorite Chili Cook-off.
Savor every moment with plenty more events to come!
Mark Your Calendar—and Get Ready to Dish & Dash!
We can’t wait to welcome you to a CIA Family Weekend that’s equal parts flavor and fun.
Plan Your Visit
Travel Directions
Our New York campus is located on the east bank of the Hudson River, just three miles north of Poughkeepsie and right off U.S. Route 9—midway between New York City and Albany. The campus is easily reached by plane, train, or car.
Where to Stay
There are plenty of great places to stay just minutes from our New York campus—perfect for your Dish & Dash Family Weekend plans. To help you get started, here are a few of our preferred hotel partners offering exclusive CIA discounts.
Off-Campus Exploration
Beyond campus, Dutchess County is packed with unforgettable experiences for the whole crew—think scenic hikes, apple and pumpkin picking, local craft beverage destinations, free things to do and fun for every member of the family.
Get a Taste of CIA—On-Campus Restaurants and Alumni Spots
Enjoy an unforgettable meal at one of our award-winning, on-campus restaurants, where our talented students bring their skills to the table. You can check availability and make reservations online.
Prefer to explore the local scene? We’ve also rounded up some favorite local spots run by CIA alumni. Explore the list, pick a few, and be sure to visit their websites for menus and hours.