FAMILY
WEEKEND

Family Weekend schedule for 2026

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.

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!

Register for Family Weekend

No official check-in required. All tickets and registrations can be accessed digitally through your confirmation email, so there’s no need to stop by a check-in table before enjoying the weekend.

That said, we’d still love to see you! Be sure to visit our Family Weekend Welcome Station in the Campus Center. Stop by to pick up any physical items you’d like, including:

• Family Weekend mugs available for purchase. Limited supply!
• Printed schedules
• Family Weekend information

We’ll also have welcome treats, photo opportunities, and a few surprises to help kick off your visit.

Courtyard and Towneplace Suites

Home2Suites Abilene

Hilton Double Tree
The cut-off date for making reservations is September 4, 2026.

McM Elegante Suites
The cut-off date for making reservations is August 26, 2026.
Call to reserve rooms: (833) 320-5498

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

Discounted meal tickets for lunch on Friday, breakfast on Saturday and lunch on Saturday at the World Famous Bean are available for purchase during Family Weekend registration. Meal tickets can be added in the Add-Ons section of the registration.

When dining at the Bean, simply show your registration confirmation email or receipt at the register. Guests who do not pre-purchase meal tickets are welcome to dine at the Bean at regular menu prices.

For more information of Abilene restaurants, visit the Abilene Visitors Bureau.

Purchase tickets for Follies through the ACU Student Productions website.

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 they are not in the show, they will need a ticket for admission.

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

During Family Weekend registration, select Football Game vs. Mercer to purchase tickets. Available options include General Admission ($20), Reserved Seating ($25), and Club Level ($90, limited to the first 50 tickets sold). Payment is due at the end of registration.

You will receive a registration confirmation indicating your ticket purchase, and your electronic tickets will be emailed a few days before the game.