Nominate King Dad 2026

The honoring of a King Dad is one of the long-standing traditions of Dads Weekend. The individual selected as King Dad will be honored during the Dads Weekend, which takes place November 6 - November 8, 2026. King Dad and his family will receive a free hotel room at the Illini Union, tickets to the Chancellor's tailgate, football tickets, complimentary tickets to Dads Weekend events sponsored by the Dads Association, Illini gear, and other valuable gifts. 

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Nominations for King Dad 2026 are Closed!

Good Luck to those Nominated!