FAMILY
WEEKEND

Explore the official family weekend schedule. Schedule subject to change.

Join us for a memorable Family Weekend filled with fun, fellowship, and Wildcat spirit! Events throughout the weekend will include check-in and welcome activities, campus open houses, engaging student performances, athletic events, and opportunities for families to experience ACU life alongside their students. Register before Sept. 17.

Past highlights have included:

• • • Campus Rec & Wellness Events – Enjoy open access to the Student Recreation and Wellness Center, including group fitness classes and pool hours.
    • Student Showcases – Attend the always-popular Follies student performance, visit student and small business fairs, or catch a Big Purple Band rehearsal.
    • Interactive Activities – From Zumba dance parties and pickleball tournaments to Bingo and sunrise yoga, there’s something for everyone.
    • Athletics & Tailgating – Cheer on the Wildcats during home volleyball and football games, and celebrate with food and festivities at our traditional tailgate experience.
    • Chapel & Worship – Participate in Family Praise Day Chapel and Midnight Worship as we come together in faith.

We can’t wait to welcome you to campus!

Registration is now open through 11:59 p.m. on Sept. 17. 

Yes! Check in at the Student Life Den in the lower level of the McGlothlin Campus Center on Friday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. There, you will receive your Family Weekend packet, which includes your event tickets, schedules, and more. Make sure and register!

Here are several hotel options for ACU Family Weekend:

DoubleTree by Hilton

Fairfield Marriott Abilene

Hampton Inn Abilene

Hilton

Residence Inn Abilene

Visit the Abilene Visitors’ Bureau website for additional information on local hotels and lodging accommodations.

We will be offering lunch on Friday and breakfast on Saturday in the World Famous Bean for a discounted rate when purchased as part of the Family Weekend registration.

Meal tickets will be available for pick up at the Family Weekend Check-in Table on Friday and Saturday.

For more information on Abilene restaurants, visit the Abilene Visitors’ Bureau website.

Purchase Follies tickets here.

Yes, but space is very limited. To ensure your admission to the show, purchase your tickets beforehand when you purchase other Family Weekend tickets.

Yes, you can purchase tickets for more than one show. 

If your student is in the Follies show, you do not need to buy them a ticket. If not, they will need to buy their own ticket beforehand.

No, current students get in free with a valid ACU Student ID card.

Register for family weekend and add general admission football game tickets for $15 each.

Football game tickets will be available for pick up at the Family Weekend Check-in Table on Friday and Saturday.