Fall Family Weekend

Family Weekend Check-In
3–6 p.m.
2nd Floor, Barnes & Noble at LSU Bookstore

Beat the check-in rush and pick up your Family Weekend materials early! At check-in, registered participants will receive access badges, souvenirs, and any pre-ordered t-shirts. Only one person per group needs to check in to collect materials for all pre-registered family members, and students may check in on behalf of their families.

Family Weekend Check-In
10 a.m.–7 p.m.
2nd Floor, Barnes & Noble at LSU Bookstore

Registered participants can stop by anytime during the day to pick up Family Weekend materials, including access badges, souvenirs, and any pre-ordered t-shirts, before attending their first event. Only one person per group needs to check in to collect materials for all pre-registered family members, and students may check in on behalf of their families.

Tigers Tackle Hunger: Family Weekend Service Project
10 a.m.–12 p.m. and 1–3 p.m. 
LSU Union Theater
*Registration is required, and space is limited.

Get ready to roll up your sleeves and make a difference! In partnership with LSU Campus Life, we’re hosting a meal-packing event that’s perfect for family members of all ages, from 1 to 99, and all abilities. Our goal is to have 450 enthusiastic family members help us pack 100,000 meals for those in need. Families can register for one of our two time slots on Friday, September 19: 10 a.m.–12 p.m. or 1–3 p.m. Registrants must arrive on time and stay for the full time slot. We’ll provide everything you need, from stylish hairnets to music that will keep the energy high as you pack meals with your loved ones. The meals you prepare will be distributed to our community partners, including the LSU Food Pantry, LSU Global Community Center, Second Harvest Food Bank (Lafayette), and Second Harvest Food Bank (New Orleans). 

We invite all Tiger families to join us in our effort to impact our community by sponsoring meals! The cost of each meal is $.30 making our fundraising goal $30,000 for 100,000 meals packed. Your donation goes directly to these efforts and supports the meal packing event.

UREC Leisure River Access
12–9 p.m.
UREC Leisure River

Come lounge in UREC's beautiful leisure river in the shape of LSU while you're on campus for Family Weekend! Your LSU student must present their Tiger Card. Family members can join their student by purchasing a $5 UREC guest pass. Family Association members can obtain up to two complimentary guest passes by showing their Family Association membership card at the main desk. 

Roaring Together: A Family Guide to the First-Gen Journey
2–3:30 p.m.
International Room, 303 LSU Student Union

This presentation is all about helping families feel confident and connected as you support your student’s LSU journey. Together, we’ll explore what it means to be “first-generation,” highlight resources and opportunities available at LSU, and share meaningful ways to celebrate and support your Tiger along the road to graduation. Come ready to connect, ask questions, and build community with other families, because when they roar, you roar too.

100 Years of LSU: Student Research on Display
2–4 p.m.
Hill Memorial Library

Step inside Hill Memorial Library and celebrate a century of LSU history! Explore Centennial displays created by undergraduate researchers as part of this year’s LSU Libraries Special Collections Summer Projects and join us for student-led gallery talks to learn more about their discoveries. Be sure to stick around for a special tour offering a behind-the-scenes look at Hill Memorial Library and find out what's so "special" about Special Collections.

College of Human Sciences & Education (CHSE) Carnival
2–4 p.m.
Huey P. Long Fieldhouse, College Lawn

CHSE students and their families are invited to stop by to enjoy SNEAUX-cones, snacks, games, and more!

Free Family 2-Hour Bike Rentals
2–8 p.m.
UREC (enter via the East Entrance to access the Outdoor Center)

Come with your Tiger to the UREC Outdoor Center and receive a free 2-hour beach cruiser bike rental for your family. Student must present their Tiger Card. Bike availability and sizes are limited and will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Family Association Game Night*
*Exclusive Event for Family Association Members
8–10 p.m.
Royal Cotillion Ballroom, LSU Student Union

Family Association members are invited to join us for a night of friendly competition, prizes, and connection! From 8–9 p.m., families can participate in minute-to-win-it style games with other members from their Regional Family Network. Then from 9–10 p.m., we’ll keep the fun going with several rounds of Bingo and great prizes.

No pre-registration is required – just show up ready to play and meet fellow LSU families!

Family Weekend Check-In
11 a.m.–4 p.m.
2nd Floor, Barnes & Noble at LSU Bookstore

Arriving on Saturday? Registered participants can visit the second floor of the Barnes & Noble at LSU Bookstore to pick up your Family Weekend materials, including access badges, souvenirs , and t-shirts (if you pre-ordered them) prior to the Tailgate. Access badges are required for entry into the Family Weekend Tailgate. 

Only one person per group needs to check in to collect materials for all pre-registered family members, and students may check in on behalf of their families.

PMAC Fan Zone
1:45–5:45 p.m.
Pete Maravich Assembly Center (PMAC)

The PMAC will be open to the public with access to restrooms and is a great place for fans to take a break from the heat. The Tiger Band will perform in the PMAC after the Victory Hill Parade. This event is sponsored by Bud Light.

Golden Band from Tigerland marches down “Victory Hill”
Tentative Time: 4:30 p.m.
Located at the top of N. Stadium Drive

LSU Football Team Walks Down “Victory Hill”
Tentative Time: 4:35 p.m.
Located at the top of N. Stadium Drive

All Tiger Stadium Gates Open
4:45 p.m.

Golden Band from Tigerland takes the field for pregame performance
Tentative Time: 6:28 p.m.
Tiger Stadium

Kickoff, LSU Football vs. Southeastern Louisiana
6:45 p.m.
Tiger Stadium

Please note that football tickets are a separate cost and not included in the price of your Family Weekend registration fee. For more information about ticket prices and policies, please visit our Football Tickets page. 

LSU's Clear Bag Policy is in effect for all athletic venues, including Tiger Stadium.

Tiger Stadium Tours
Tours begin every hour from 9 a.m.–4 p.m. (last tour departs at 4 p.m.)
Tours begin at the Bill Lawton Room – Located the Northwest Corner of Tiger Stadium at the Corner of North Stadium Drive and West Stadium Drive, across from the LSU SportShop and Mike’s Habitat.

Don’t leave Family Weekend without going behind the scenes at the legendary Tiger Stadium – home of the Fighting Tigers and one of the most iconic venues in college football. On this guided 45-minute tour, you’ll visit:

• Bill Lawton Room
• North Stadium Plaques
• Jeff Boss Locker Room
• The Chute
• The Ready Room
• Tiger Stadium Field

Free Family 2-Hour Bike Rentals
11 a.m.–5 p.m.
UREC (enter via the East Entrance to access the Outdoor Center)

Come with your Tiger to the UREC Outdoor Center and receive a free 2-hour beach cruiser bike rental for your family. Student must present their Tiger Card. Bike availability and sizes are limited and will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.

UREC Leisure River Access
12–10 p.m.
UREC Leisure River

Come lounge in UREC's beautiful leisure river in the shape of LSU while you're on campus for Family Weekend! Your LSU student must present their Tiger Card. Family members can join their student by purchasing a $5 UREC guest pass. Family Association members can obtain up to two complimentary guest passes by showing their Family Association membership card at the main desk.