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South Alabama Family Weekend 2026

October 2-3


Friday, October 2nd

Study Abroad Open House
Meet staff and Study Abroad Ambassadors to learn more about students' opportunities to go abroad.
2pm-4pm | Meisler Hall 2300

USA Housing Open House
Visit your student's residence hall and tour their living spaces.
3pm-6pm | Residence Halls

Family Weekend Welcome Reception
Join Student Affairs, President Bonner, and Dr. Kent for a reception as we kick off Family Weekend.
4pm-5:30pm | MacQueen Alumni Center
Register Your Family

Homecoming Pep Rally
All are invited to kick off Homecoming weekend with the ultimate Jag Nation party! There will be games, food trucks, live music, a bonfire, and firework show. 
5:30pm-8:30pm | Intramural Fields

Jags Volleyball v. Louisiana Tech
Free Admission
6pm | Jaguar Gym

Saturday, October 3rd

Tailgate with the Colleges
Meet the faculty, staff, and peers of your student!
TBA

Alumni and Friends Homecoming Tailgate
The National Alumni Association invites families to join them for their Homecoming Tailgate during Family Weekend!
TBA
Register Your Family

Jags v. ULM Football Game
Join Jag Nation as we cheer on the Jags to victory! Wear RED!
TBA | Hancock Whitney Stadium
Purchase Tickets
Purchase Parking

 

Family Weekend Discounts

USA Bookstore
Get 10% off at all USA Bookstore locations during Family Weekend!
Student Center Location: 8am-5pm (Friday only)
HWS Location: 1pm-5pm (Friday) and TBA Saturday

Fresh Food Company (Friday only)
Enjoy a $7 discounted meal with your student at the dining hall.
3pm-6pm at the Fresh Food Company

South Alabama vs. ULM Tickets
Check back for ticket link on August 3rd.

 

Frequently Asked Questions

▼   What is the cost of Family Weekend?
There are many free events during Family Weekend. Those that require purchased tickets include the ticket link in the above schedule. Tickets will be needed for the Alumni and Friends Tailgate and Jags v. ULM football game. 
▼   Can my other child(ren) come to the Family Weekend Welcome Reception?
Yes, the whole family is invited to come! Make sure to register so we know you'll be there. 
▼   Where can I find a map of campus to navigate to Family Weekend Events?
This interactive map includes all event locations for Family Weekend. 
▼   Does my student need a ticket for the football game? Will I be able to sit with my student?
Your student will enter into the game for free with their student ID to be seated in the Student Section. The sections for Family Weekend are not located in the same area. If your student would like to sit with you, you can purchase a ticket for them. 
▼   Where can I stay for Family Weekend?
▼   Can my family tailgate on game day?

Of course! Check out the tailgating website for more information. 

▼   Can I purchase accessible seating for game day?

Yes. When purchasing tickets, you can filter your search to show accessible seating options.

▼   What color should I wear to the Family Weekend football game against ULM?

Jag Nation will be wearing RED! 

▼   Is this also Homecoming Weekend?

Yes! Check out the Homecoming week event schedule for more info.

 

Check out the USA Family Weekend Facebook Page!