Family Weekend 2024

UT Tyler Family Weekend September 26-29th, 2024

Schedule Overview 

Thursday, September 26th, 2024 

• UT Tyler Day at the East Texas State Fair 
  • UT Tyler students get in for free at the East Texas State Fair, guests receive 50% off tickets when wearing UT Tyler apparel

Friday, September 27th, 2024

• Check-In for Family Weekend 
• Family Movie Night 
  • Drinks, popcorn, and snacks provided 
• Patriot Zone game night 
  • PZ will be open for anyone to play video games, pool, or ping pong if not interested in the movie night 

Saturday, September 28th, 2024

• Check-In for Family Weekend 
• Welcome Reception from UT Tyler staff 
  • Light breakfast provided 
• Family Weekend Festival 
  • Multiple food truck options 
  • Carnival games 
  • Photo booth 
  • Carnival foods
  • Live concert hosted by Campus Activities 
• Casino Night 
  • Fun money provided 
  • Chances to win prize baskets with fun money 
  • Texas hold 'em, Craps, Roulette, etc. 
  • Beer & wine provided to 21+ guests 
  • VIP reception area for Fledge Scholarship donors

Sunday, September 29th, 2024

• Jazz brunch with live music from the UT Tyler Jazz Band
  • RSVP needed - included in Family Weekend ticket price 

 

Registration for Family Weekend 2024 is now closed. We can't wait to see you there!

Please email parents@uttyler.edu with any questions.

 

Accommodations for Out of Town Guests

Tyler is home to many hotels and overnight accommodation options to fit any preference and budget! Visit Tyler has a great website to help plan your visit to Tyler.

 

Page updated 9/18/2024