Fall Family Weekend
Save the Date: October 2-4, 2026
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 McNeese State University Cowboys 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 2-4, 2026
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.
August 16 |
The deadline to join the LSU Family Association in order to be eligible for priority registration for Family Weekend is Sunday, August 16. |
August 19 |
Priority registration for Family Association members will open on Wednesday, August 19 at 10 a.m. CT. All Family Association members will receive an email on August 19 with the link to register and pay for their family members to attend Family Weekend. |
August 26 |
Registration will open to all LSU families on Wednesday, August 26 at 10 a.m. CT. |
September 21 |
Registration for all families will close on Monday, September 21 at 4:30 p.m. CT, or when maximum capacity is reached, whichever comes first. |
Package Details & Pricing
Purple Package
Cost: $60 per family member and $60 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).
Gold Package
Cost: $90 per family member and $90 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). The two options for time slots for the Jazz Brunch on Sunday, October 4 are 9–10:30 a.m. and 12–1:30 p.m. *This package is expected to sell out very quickly.
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 will be made using a credit card on the registration form. There is a 5% processing fee for all transactions.
- Registrations are non-refundable.
Schedule of Events
The tentative schedule for Family Weekend 2026 is below. More details and events will be added as Family Weekend approaches.
- 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.
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.
Family Weekend Featured Sessions
12 p.m.–6 p.m. (Final Times and Locations TBA)
Stay tuned for more details about campus departments and offices who will host sessions.
Bengal Block Party
5:30–8:30 p.m.
Tower Drive
*Must be registered for the Purple or Gold Package in order to attend.
Join us for our signature event to officially kick off Family Weekend! There will be games, music, and plenty of fun for the whole family. Food trucks will be available to purchase snacks on your own. Registrants can also bring in outside food or beverages. No food is included in the cost of your registration.
Performances by the Tiger Girls, LSU Cheerleaders, and featured guest speakers will begin at 6 p.m. in front of the Memorial Tower.
Our Bengal Block Party will take place outdoors, so please dress accordingly.
Family Association Game Night*
*Exclusive Event for Family Association Members
8–10 p.m.
Location TBA
Family Association members are invited to join us for a night of friendly competition, prizes, and connection! 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.
Family Weekend Tailgate
2–5 p.m.
LSU Quad
*Must be registered for the Purple or Gold Package in order to attend. Access badge
required for entry.
Tailgating is an LSU Tradition! Join us for the biggest tailgate in the Quad (*new location for 2026) with food, live music, 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 for the purple or gold package. Click here to view the menu.
Family Weekend Cornhole Tournament
2 p.m.
LSU Quad
Only families registered for the Family Weekend Tailgate are eligible to participate in the Cornhole Tournament. Teams consist of two people.
On-site registration for the Family Weekend Cornhole Tournament will be at the Cornhole Tent in the Quad starting at 2 p.m. The tournament will be limited to the first 24 teams for a single elimination bracket. The tournament will begin at 2:30 p.m.. Matches will be determined by a blind draw. Each match cannot exceed 20 minutes.
Free play on cornhole boards will be available prior to the tournament beginning and as boards become open!
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. McNeese State University
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.
Family Weekend Jazz Brunch
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
*Must be registered for the Gold Package in order to attend. Access badge required
for entry.
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.
LSU Volleyball vs. Missouri
12 p.m.
Pete Maravich Assembly Center (PMAC)
9,000+
parents & family members attend annually
18th
annual Family Weekend event
20+
events & sessions make up Family Weekend
Frequently Asked Questions
Registration
Priority Registration for Family Association members will open on Wednesday, August 19 at 10:00 a.m. CDT. All Family Association members will receive an email on August 19 with the link to register for Family Weekend.
Registration will open to all LSU families on Wednesday, August 26 at 10:00 a.m. CDT.
Online. All Family Association members will receive an email on August 19 at 10 a.m. CDT with the registration link. Once registration opens to all families on August 26 at 10 a.m. CDT, the registration link will be emailed and posted on this website.
Purple Package
Cost: $60 per family member and $60 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).
Gold Package
Cost: $90 per family member and $90 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). The two options for time slots for the Jazz Brunch on Sunday, October 4 are 9–10:30 a.m. and 12–1:30 p.m. *This package is expected to sell out very quickly.
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. There is a 5% processing fee for all transactions.
- 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.
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 2). 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 2026 schedule will be posted on our schedule of events as they become available.
Families are responsible for securing their own lodging, as accommodations are not included in Family Weekend registration, and LSU does not hold reserved blocks of rooms. We encourage you to book your hotel as soon as possible, as rooms in Baton Rouge fill quickly for football weekends. To view additional lodging options in the Baton Rouge area, click here.
Stay tuned 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 (once registration opens in August 2026) 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 the second floor of the Barnes & Noble at LSU Bookstore on:
- Thursday, October 1 from 3–6 p.m.
- Friday, October 2 from 10 a.m.-7 p.m.
- Saturday, October 3 from 11 a.m.–4 p.m
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.
More details coming soon!
1. Find lsuguest in the list of available wireless networks and select it.
2. Open a web browser and wait to be redirected to the LSU Guest Authentication page.
Guest username: familyweekend
Guest password: TBA