Fall Family Weekend
Join the tradition
All family members of LSU students are invited to campus for a weekend of activities, programs, and the chance to see the LSU Tigers take on the Army Black Knights under the lights of Tiger Stadium. Family Weekend allows parents and families to:
- Spend valuable time with your Tiger
- Explore campus, your Tiger's "home away from home"
- Experience LSU traditions
October 20-22, 2023
Get a head start on your Family Weekend planning by saving the date and securing your accommodations in advance.
Registration
Registration will be required to participate in Family Weekend activities.
REGISTER FOR FAMILY WEEKEND HERE
August 31 |
The deadline to join the LSU Family Association in order to be eligible for priority registration for Family Weekend was Thursday, August 31. |
September 12 |
Priority registration for Family Association members opened on Tuesday, September 12 at 10 a.m. CDT. All Family Association members received an email on September 12 with the link to register and pay for their family members to attend Family Weekend. |
September 19 |
Registration is now open to all LSU families. |
October 6 |
Registration for all families will close on Friday, October 6 at 11:59 p.m. CDT, or when maximum capacity is reached, whichever comes first. |
Package Details
Purple Package
Cost: $50 per family member and $50 per LSU student
Individual family members will have access to Family Weekend signature events on Friday and Saturday. These events include the Bengal Block Party on Friday (no food included) and the Family Weekend Tailgate on Saturday (includes access to the all-you-care-to-eat buffet). Includes Family Weekend souvenirs.
Gold Package - *SOLD OUT*
Cost: $80 per family member and $80 per LSU student
Individual family members will have access to Family Weekend signature events for
the entire weekend. These events include the Bengal Block Party on Friday (no food
included), the Family Weekend Tailgate on Saturday (includes access to the all-you-care-to-eat
buffet), and Jazz Brunch on Sunday (includes access to the all-you-care-to-eat buffet).
Includes Family Weekend souvenirs. The two time slots for the Jazz Brunch on Sunday,
October 22 are 9–10:30 a.m. and 12–1:30 p.m.
Please note:
- You must register and pay for all family members attending Family Weekend signature events, including your LSU student.
- There is no charge for children ages 5 and under to attend Family Weekend, but they must be listed on your registration form, so they will have a pass and lanyard to access the events.
- Only registered family members will be allowed access to Family Weekend Events.
- Your Family Weekend registration fee does not include football tickets, as those must be purchased separately after you complete your Family Weekend registration. For more information about ticket prices and policies, please visit our Football Tickets page.
- All payments for LSU Family Weekend are made using a credit card on the registration form. There is a 3% processing fee for all transactions.
- Registrations are non-refundable.
Schedule of Events
The tentative schedule for Family Weekend 2023 is below. More details and events will be added as Family Weekend approaches.
The final Family Weekend schedule is determined by the official kick off time for the LSU vs. Army football game. Once the Athletic Department declares the time of the game, we will post a finalized schedule on the website. The decision may not be made until as little as 7-10 days prior to the event. Until that time, we will keep an updated draft of the schedule of events below.
- Family Weekend signature events that require pre-registration are highlighted in light gold below.
- Other campus activities that do not require pre-registration are also listed. Additional open houses, academic college meet & greets, specialized tours, and more will be added to the schedule in the coming weeks. Please check back here for the most up-to-date schedule.
University Recreation (UREC) Access during Family Weekend:
During LSU Family Weekend, LSU UREC is offering $5 day passes to family members of
UREC members. Family member must be sponsored by a current LSU UREC member and have
a government-issued photo ID with them when they arrive. For any questions about LSU
UREC guest passes, please visit LSU UREC's website. UREC's hours of operation can be found here.
Members of the LSU Family Association receive two (2) complimentary UREC day passes per academic year. To redeem your complimentary day passes, all you need to do is visit the UREC main desk and show them your LSU Family Association card, and the student worker will grant you access to UREC for the day. A note will be made on your account that the passes have been redeemed for the fiscal year.
Family Weekend Check-In
11 a.m.–8 p.m.
2nd Floor, Barnes & Noble at LSU Bookstore
Registered participants should check in to pick up your Family Weekend materials, including access badges, souvenirs, and t-shirts (if you pre-ordered them) prior to attending your first event.
Free Family 2-Hour Bike Rentals
11 a.m. - 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 Weekend Featured Sessions
11 a.m.–6 p.m. (Final Times and Locations TBA)
Stay tuned for more details about campus departments and offices who will host sessions.
Zip Line Fun: 1-Hour “All You Can Zip”
1–5 p.m.
UREC Challenge Course
Cost: $10 per person (includes guest pass for UREC daily access)
Come enjoy UREC’s new 450 ft zipline! Guests must pre-register in order to attend this event. Guests can sign up for a one hour-long timeslot, which includes all-you-can-zip. This event is open to everyone (minors must be accompanied by a parent or guardian). Limited space is available. Stay tuned for the pre-registration form.
Bengal Block Party
presented by LSU Campus Life and Parent & Family Programs
5:30–8:30 p.m.
Tower Drive
Registration is required.
Join us for our signature event to officially kick off Family Weekend and celebrate the spirit of Homecoming! There will be games, music, and plenty of fun for the whole family. Food trucks will be available to purchase food on your own. Registrants can also bring in outside food or beverages. This will be an outdoor event (weather permitting).
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 enjoy a Bingo night! There will be two rounds of games – the first round will be held from 8:10–9 p.m., and the second round will be held from 9:10–10 p.m.
NPHC Homecoming Step Show
8 p.m.
LSU Union Theater
Cost: TBA
Join the National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC) for their step show in celebration of Homecoming Week! Guests must purchase tickets in order to attend, and this event is expected to sell out quickly. Stay tuned for more details from NPHC about how to purchase tickets.
Family Weekend Check-In
Time to be announced approx. 7-10 days prior to the event (based on game time)
2nd Floor, Barnes & Noble at LSU Bookstore
Arriving on Saturday? Registered participants can visit the second floor of 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 will be required for entry into the Family Weekend Tailgate.
Free Family 2-Hour Bike Rentals
Time TBA (based on game time)
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
Time TBA (based on game time)
UREC Leisure River
Come lounge in UREC's beautiful leisure river in the shape of LSU before you partake in gameday activities! 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.
Family Weekend Tailgate
Time to be announced approx. 7-10 days prior to game day once the kickoff time is
determined. The tailgate will last 3 hours.
LSU Parade Ground
Registration is required. Access badge required for entry.
Tailgating is an LSU Tradition! Join us for the biggest tailgate on the Parade Ground with food, live music featuring the Beaucoop Boogie band, special appearances, inflatables, a photo booth, face painting, cornhole tournament, and more! Look for our white tents, Family Weekend flags, and balloons. Even if you are not attending the football game, you are welcome to join the fun and attend the tailgate as long as you are pre-registered. Click here to view the menu.
Family Weekend Cornhole Tournament
Time TBA
LSU Parade Ground
Only families registered for the Family Weekend Tailgate are eligible to participate in the Cornhole Tournament. Teams consist of two people. Stay tuned for more details.
PMAC Fan Zone
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.
Golden Band from Tigerland marches down “Victory Hill”
Time TBA
Located at the top of N. Stadium Drive
LSU Football Team Walks Down “Victory Hill”
Time TBA
Located at the top of N. Stadium Drive
All Tiger Stadium Gates Open
Time TBA
Golden Band from Tigerland takes the field for pregame performance
Time TBA
Tiger Stadium
Kickoff, LSU Football vs. Army
Time TBA
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.
Free Family 2-Hour Bike Rentals
9 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.
Family Weekend Jazz Brunch - *SOLD OUT*
*For Gold Package Guests Only
Two time slots offered:
9–10:30 a.m. and 12–1:30 p.m.
Royal Cotillion Ballroom, LSU Student Union + The Club at Union Square
Registration is required. Access badge required for entry.
**This event is expected to sell out very quickly when priority registration opens.
Join us as we close out Family Weekend with an all-you-care-to-eat, southern-style brunch buffet, featuring live jazz music and door prizes. Click here to view the menu. A cash bar serving mimosas and Bloody Marys will be available.
8,000+
parents & family members attend annually
15th
annual Family Weekend event
20+
events & sessions make up Family Weekend
Frequently Asked Questions
Registration
Registration is now open for all LSU families!
Registration will close on Friday, October 6 at 11:59 p.m. CDT or when maximum capacity is reached, whichever comes first.
Purple Package
Cost: $50 per family member and $50 per LSU student
Individual family members will have access to Family Weekend signature events on Friday and Saturday. These events include the Bengal Block Party on Friday (no food included) and the Family Weekend Tailgate on Saturday (includes access to the all-you-care-to-eat buffets). Includes Family Weekend souvenirs.
Gold Package
*This package is expected to sell out quickly.
Cost: $80 per family member and $80 per LSU student
Individual family members will have access to Family Weekend signature events for the entire weekend. These events include the Bengal Block Party on Friday (no food included), the Family Weekend Tailgate on Saturday (includes access to the all-you-care-to-eat buffets), and Jazz Brunch on Sunday (includes access to the all-you-care-to-eat buffets). Includes Family Weekend souvenirs. The two time slots for the Jazz Brunch on Sunday, October 22 are 9-10:30 a.m. and 12-1:30 p.m.
Please note:
- You must register and pay for all family members attending Family Weekend signature events, including your LSU student.
- There is no charge for children ages 5 and under to attend Family Weekend, but they must be listed on your registration form, so they will have a pass and lanyard to access the events.
- Only registered family members will be allowed access to Family Weekend signature events.
- Your Family Weekend registration fee does not include football tickets, as those must be purchased separately after you complete your Family Weekend registration. For more information about ticket prices and policies, please visit our Football Tickets page.
- All payments for LSU Family Weekend are made using a credit card on the registration form.
- Registrations are non-refundable.
Yes, if your LSU student plans to attend any of the Family Weekend signature events, then you must register and pay for them to attend. The purple package costs $50 per LSU student, and the gold package costs $80 per LSU student.
All payments for LSU Family Weekend are made by using a credit card on the online registration form. MasterCard, Visa, and American Express are accepted.
No, Family Weekend registrations are nonrefundable.
All families of current LSU students are invited to attend Family Weekend.
Definitely! Family Weekend is for everyone to enjoy, no matter their age.
There is no charge for children ages 5 and under to attend Family Weekend, but they must be listed on your registration form, so they receive an access badge.
Arrival, Parking, & Other
If you want to take full advantage of the opportunities available throughout the weekend, we encourage you to arrive by Friday morning (October 20). We will host educational sessions, meet-and-greets, and more throughout Friday. The tailgate and football game will be held on Saturday, and the weekend will culminate with a Jazz Brunch on Sunday. More details about the Family Weekend 2023 schedule will be posted on our schedule of events as they become available.
To view additional lodging options in the Baton Rouge area, click here.
Click here for more details. All registered families will also receive an email with parking details prior to Family Weekend. Please note that parking on Saturday is controlled by the LSU Athletic Department.
Please indicate on the registration form if any member of your family has any dietary restrictions. If you have a family member that requires special accommodations, please lsufamily@lsu.edu as soon as possible to discuss details and availability of accommodations for each event.
Absolutely! We always recommend comparing the schedule of events to see if it is feasible to attend both.
Visit our Football Tickets page for more information.
Check-In will be held on Friday, October 20 from 11 a.m.–8 p.m. and on Saturday, October 21 (Time TBA) on the second floor of the Barnes & Noble at LSU Bookstore.
Registered participants must check in to pick up your Family Weekend materials, including access badges, souvenirs, and t-shirts (if you pre-ordered them) prior to attending your first event.
Yes, students will need to know the name of the primary registered contact and may pick up the packet during check-in.
You are required to wear your access badge at each Family Weekend signature event (Bengal Block Party, Family Weekend Tailgate, Jazz Brunch). Access badges will be provided at Check-In.