What is Family Weekend? Family Weekend is a program designed especially for parents and families of TCU students to give family members a sense of what the TCU experience is all about and to deepen their connection with the University. The goal is to provide an enjoyable and informative experience where you will discover the rich opportunities for intellectual, social, and personal growth available to your student and meet some other families, faculty, and staff in the process.
When is Family Weekend 2024? September 13-15, 2024
When does registration open and close for Family Weekend 2024? Registration is OPEN NOW!
Does it cost money to attend Family Weekend? The majority of Family Weekend events are free. However, some events on the schedule do require the purchase of tickets. For more information, please refer to the Family Weekend schedule regarding costs and tickets for specific events.
When is the football game? TCU will play UCF on Saturday, September 14, 2024 for Family Weekend. Game time will be announced approximately 5 to 7 days in advance.
How do I purchase tickets for this game? Information about how to purchase tickets to the TCU vs. UCF game for Family Weekend participants is on the Football page of this website soon. For information about season tickets or other questions, please visit www.gofrogs.com or contact TCU Ticket Sales at 817-257-1849 or ticketsales@tcu.edu.
Does my TCU student need a ticket to attend the football game? All TCU students are admitted FREE to regular season home football games played at Amon G. Carter Stadium. Tickets are not needed – only a student ID. Student admission is on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Families who want to sit with their student should buy assigned seating for their student outside of the student section (sections 121-127) using the methods outlined above. Seating in the student section is reserved for current TCU students only and will not be available for use by family members on Family Weekend.
Where do we park for the football game? Parking information for gameday can be found on the Football page of this website.
I still have more questions about football tickets or the football game, how do I contact TCU Athletics? Please contact TCU Ticket Sales at 817-257-1849 or ticketsales@tcu.edu.
What time is the tailgate? The tailgate will run from 3:00-6:00pm. We recommend arriving by 4:00pm to avoid long lines. Serving lines close at 6:00pm.
How many tickets are available for the tailgate? We are able to accommodate around 2,000 individuals. Once we reach that number, we will close ticket sales and evaluate options for opening more tickets.
What food are you serving? Prior years we have served a variation of Tex-Mex, this includes tacos or fajitas and all the fixings. The menu for this year is in progress; but, we expect it will be similar.
When do I get my tickets? Tailgate wristbands (your ticket) will be available for pick up during our Family Weekend opening reception the afternoon of Friday, September 13. Students can pick up tickets if you are not on campus yet.
What is the refund policy of tailgate tickets? We know your schedule might change, therefore partial refunds (50%) are available through Wednesday, September 4. Email parents@tcu.edu and include your full name, order number, and exact details of your refund request (i.e. refund all tickets, refund some tickets). After September 4 no refunds are available for the tailgate.
When will apparel be available for purchase? Apparel is currently being updated and will be available for purchase through the TCU Campus Store both online and in-person at the Campus Store while supplies last.
Can I find these items for sale from other retailers besides the TCU Campus Store? No. The merchandise sold via the link on this site through the TCU Campus Store is exclusive to Family Weekend and is not available through other retailers.
Who do I contact with questions about my apparel order? All apparel/apparel order questions can be directed to the TCU Campus Store at 817-257-7844.