Open House | Future Students | Thompson Rivers University

Saturday, October 18, 2025 • 9am — 2pm

Go. Discover • Go. Thrive • Go. TRU

Join us and take the next step toward your future by exploring all that TRU has to offer. Become part of TRU’s community, where university is more than just a place to study—it’s where you can achieve your goals.

Explore our programs with over 100 booths and experiences, take the family out for a day of fun, or simply learn more about our campus - Open House has something to offer everyone! Connect with faculty and students, engage in hands-on activities, and experience what it’s like to live and learn at TRU.

We can’t wait to welcome you!

Open House is great for

Future students
Families
Alumni
Donors
Current students
Anyone interested in learning about TRU!

Application station

Ready to apply to TRU? Apply at Open House and be entered to win a semester of free tuition!

We have activities for the whole family

Uncle Chris the Clown
Take a picture with Wolfie
A visit with SJA therapy dogs
Try a trade
Games to win prizes
And more!

Directions and parking

Check-in at Open House Headquarters begins at 9 a.m. outside of the Campus Activity Centre on the TRU Kamloops campus. This will also be the same location for the Open House Kickoff starting at 9:30 a.m.

Parking is free on campus for Open House. Since it’s a Saturday, you’re welcome to park anywhere you want (except for reserved parking spots), but we suggest parking in Lot N or H. Watch for signs and volunteers when you arrive on campus. View the TRU parking map below.

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Questions? Connect with the Future Students Office (futurestudents@tru.ca or 250-828-5006).