Red Raider Family Weekend
Family Weekend at Texas Tech has been a tradition since 1936.
Family Weekend 2026 will be September 25 - 27, 2026
Bookmark this page to see a full schedule of events as we near Family Weekend. We can't wait to see you!
Red Raider Family Weekend Schedule
Expect Family Weekend activities to begin on Friday morning and end on Sunday at noon.
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 24
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11:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. |
Smashburgers Get ready to smash your cravings! Join us at The Market at Stangel/Murdough for a mouthwatering Smashburger Bash — featuring deliciously crafted Smashburgers served hot and fresh from the Chopstix Line! Limited time. Limited supply. Unlimited flavor.
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The Market @ Stangel/Murdough Hall |
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2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. |
Early Arrival Information and TTPA Check-In Stop by the Information Table to get your questions answered and pick up any items purchased from the Texas Tech Parents Association (TTPA) Short term parking link will be posted here closer to the date of the event |
Student Union Building (SUB) Courtyard (inside) |
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 25
| Time | Activity | Location |
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9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. |
Wellness Walk Take a walk toward wellness. ❤️🖤 We invite parents, families, and students to join us for our Wellness Walk at the Student Wellness Center. This isn’t your typical tabling event. You’ll walk from one campus partner station to the next, creating opportunities for meaningful, one-on-one conversations along the way. With each department spaced throughout the walk, you’ll have the chance to ask questions in a more comfortable, private setting while learning about the many resources available to support student well-being. Whether you’re new to campus or returning for a visit, this is a great opportunity to connect with the people and programs dedicated to helping Red Raiders thrive. Participating partners include:
One walk. Multiple resources. Countless opportunities to connect. We can’t wait to walk with you! |
Student Wellness Center 1003 Flint Ave, Lubbock, TX 79410 |
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10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. |
Information and TTPA Check-In Stop by the Information Table to get your questions answered and pick up any items purchased from the Texas Tech Parents Association (TTPA) Short term parking link will be posted here closer to the date of the event |
SUB Courtyard (inside) |
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11:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. |
Smashburgers Get ready to smash your cravings! Join us at The Market at Stangel/Murdough for a mouthwatering Smashburger Bash — featuring deliciously crafted Smashburgers served hot and fresh from the Chopstix Line! Limited time. Limited supply. Unlimited flavor. |
The Market @ Stangel/Murdough Hall |
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12:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. |
Family Weekend Cookout 🔥 Bring your family and your appetite — it’s time for the Family Weekend Cookout! Join us for Texas BBQ, fun games, and great vibes at the Student Enrichment Center 🍗🎯 Let’s eat, laugh, and celebrate Red Raider Family Weekend together ❤️🖤 |
Student Enrichment Center 2533 15th St |
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1:00 p.m. - 1:50 p.m. |
Mock Lecture: History of Texas Tech and Family Weekend Attend class and learn about Texas Tech and Family Weekend History. You'll learn about the founding of Texas Tech, enrollment trends over the years, unique traditions, and how Family Weekend got started 90 years ago. Space for this event is limited - first come, first served. No food or drink allowed in the classroom. |
Holden Hall Room 130 |
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1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. |
Sketch. Design. Create. | A Day in the Life of an Architecture Student Be an architect for a day! Learn how students use the Huckabee College of Architecutre Library to fuel their creativity, take on a hands-on design project, and compete in a sketching challenge while experiencing the energy and excitement of architecture school firsthand. |
Huckabee College of Architecture Gallery 1st floor, Architecture Building |
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3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. |
Red Raider Family Block Party @ Drane Hall Join us for the Family Weekend Block Party, a fun come-and-go event with games and interactive booths hosted by campus partners. It’s a great way for students and their families to explore campus, connect with resources, and enjoy the Texas Tech community together. register through the Red Raider Family Network Parking link will be sent to registrants closer to the date of the event. |
Drane Hall |
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3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. |
Honors College Welcome BBQ & Resource Fair Honors College Welcome BBQ & Resource Fair is a fun and engaging opportunity for students to connect with fellow Honors College students, faculty, staff, and campus partners while enjoying great food. Explore valuable campus and College resources, learn about involvement opportunities, and build connections to help you succeed throughout the academic year. |
McClellan Hall (lawn) |
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4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. |
Arts & Sciences Open House Join the College of Arts & Sciences students, faculty, and staff for Family Weekend! We will be hosting our event at the Science Building! We will have free snacks, games, prizes, and tours of our new space! |
Science Building |
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5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. |
TTPA Friday Night Dinner Kick off Texas Tech Family Weekend with the Texas Tech Parents Association at our Family Weekend Kickoff Dinner! This come-and-go dinner will feature beef and chicken fajitas, special guests, and a fun photo booth to capture memories with your Red Raider! All attendees over the age of three must have a dinner ticket. This popular event will sell out, so don’t delay—purchase your tickets early! tickets available in the TTPA store Parking link will be sent to those who purchase tickets closer to the date of the event. |
Student Union Building Red Raider Ballroom |
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TTPA Off-Campus Housing Fair Before or after dinner, stop by the free Off-Campus Housing Fair in the SUB lobby. Then, at 7:00, head directly into the Allen Theatre for a special program hosted by the Student Activities Board. |
Student Union Building Courtyard |
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 26
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TBA |
Raider Alley Tailgate Free tailgaing area with live music, food trucks, and fun! |
Engineering Key |
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TBA |
Texas Tech Parents Association Family Weekend Tailgate Get ready for one of the highlights of Family Weekend! Join the Texas Tech Parents Association for our annual Family Weekend Tailgate before cheering on the Red Raiders! ❤️🖤🏈 This year, we’ll be serving up delicious BBQ while families enjoy the excitement and atmosphere of Raider Alley before kickoff. Tailgate-Only, complete Saturday Packages, and VIP packages available.Tickets are required for all attendees over the age of three. For complete ticket and package information, visit the TTPA store |
Engineering Key |
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TBA |
Burkhart Family Tailgate Join us for our annual football tailgate for friends of the Burkhart Center. The event will be catered by Raider Red Meats. |
Burkhart Center Parking Lot 2902 18th St. |
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3 hours before kickoff |
College of Arts & Sciences Tailgate Join us for the exclusive, family-friendly College of Arts & Sciences Tailgate on Saturday, September 26! Enjoy delicious catering from Lubbock favorite Jiménez y Friends Barbecue y Taqueria, premium beverages, a custom photo booth, face painting for the kids, commemorative tailgate swag, and plenty of fun for the whole family. We can't wait to celebrate with you before kickoff! |
Holden Hall, South Lawn |
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TBA |
The TCVPA Tailgate Celebrate Family Weekend with the J.T. & Margaret Talkington College of Visual & Performing Arts community at our annual TCVPA Football Tailgate! Enjoy food, refreshments, giveaways, and a fun, welcoming atmosphere as students, families, alumni, faculty, staff, and friends come together to show their Red Raider spirit before kickoff. |
Raider Alley |
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TBA |
Red Raider Football vs. Sam Houston Tickets are sold out! You may purchase tickets through Seat Geek, Texas Tech's Official Fan to Fan Marketplace |
Jones Stadium |
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 27
| Time | Activity | Location |
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10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. |
Red Raider Family Brunch Join us for the Red Raider Family Brunch before you head home after Family Weekend! This event is sponsored by Parent & Family Relations and Hospitality Services. Enjoy a delicious brunch, Family Weekend Photo Booth, and more before you depart for home. You will need a ticket for every family member attending, including students. tickets on sale through the Red Raide Family Network Parking available north and east of the Student Union Building - be sure to watch signage when parking. |
SUB Red Raider Ballroom |
Friday Parking Information:
- Some events listed in the schedule above (Information & Check-in, Block Party @ Drane, TTPA Dinner) have associated free parking links for registered/ticketed guests - see the schedule for details
- Visitor Park and Pay can be used for all other events
- If your student lives on campus and has a car, have them pick you up and they can park in their residence hall parking
- Using Uber or Lyft? Ask to be dropped off at the Texas Tech Library for easy access to the Student Union Building, Block Party @ Drane, and other events near the center of campus. Note that Uber and Lyft cannot enter campus past the entry stations between 7:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m.
Gameday Parking Information:
- Parking map - includes free parking - navigate to the Football tab
- Purchase single game parking passes
- Gameday shuttle information - learn about transportation from football parking lots to and from the stadium
General visitor parking information (NOT for Gameday parking - some lots not available Friday nights prior to football games, during football and basketball games, etc.) Attendants at campus entrances can direct you to visitor parking between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m
Red Raider Family Weekend
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Address
Texas Tech University, 2500 Broadway, Lubbock, TX 79409 -
Phone
806.742.3630 -
Email
parent@ttu.edu