Friday, September 19 - Sunday, September 21
Signature Event Tickets are on sale NOW! Tickets will be on sale until Sunday, September 14 at 11:59 p.m.
Admission for one person per ticket. All participants, including FSU students need tickets. Your ticket will be a wristband given at Check-In. All ticket purchases are non-refundable.
Signature Events
Friday Night @ FSU
Date: Friday, September 19 | Time: 5:00 - 9:00 p.m. | Location: FSU Student Union (75 N. Woodward Ave.)
Price: $45
Join us for the ultimate Family Weekend celebration with Friday Night @ FSU! This memorable evening is filled with dinner, FSU Student Union activities, and axe throwing! Take home an exclusive Family Weekend tote bag filled with goodies and swag.
This ticket includes:
- Fried Chicken Friday Dinner Buffet
- One piece at Paint-A-Pot
- One game of Bowling and Shoe Rental
- Axe Throwing with Tomahawk 51
- Family Weekend Tote Bag (includes flyers, goodies, and swag)
Admission for one person per ticket. All participants, including FSU students, need tickets. Your ticket will be a wristband given at Check-In. All ticket purchases are non-refundable.
Fried Chicken Friday Dinner Buffet Menu:
- Honey Fried Chicken
- Sautéed Green Beans
- House Made Mac & Cheese
- House Garden Salad
- Balsamic Vinaigrette
- Ranch
- Roll
- Bourbon Glazed Bread Pudding
Cash Bar Available
Vegan and vegetarian options available upon request.
Recommended Parking:
Woodward Ave. Garage (104 N. Woodward Ave, Tallahassee, FL 32304).
- Open parking in any student (white lined spots) and no parking in red line spots in any lots/garages.
- All vehicles must be removed from Booster lots by 11:59 p.m. on the evening before a home game.
- Learn more about Football Parking here.
Flying High Circus Tent Talks
Date: Friday, September 19 | Time: 6:00 p.m., 7:00 p.m., or 8:00 p.m. | Location: FSU Flying High Circus (269 Chieftan Way)
Price: $15
Step right up and experience the magic behind the scenes at one of Florida State University’s most iconic traditions—the FSU Flying High Circus! Participants will enjoy a guided walking tour to the Flying High Circus facility where you will hear more of the Circus' history. Enjoy some concessions, mingling, and juggling under the brand new, custom-made big top tent from Italy!
Admission for one person per ticket. All participants, including FSU students need tickets. Your ticket will be a QR Code emailed to you with your ticket purchase. All ticket purchases are non-refundable.
Recommended Parking:
South Circus Lot (269 Chieftan Way Tallahassee, FL 32304)
- Open parking in any student (white lined spots) and no parking in red line spots in any lots/garages.
- All vehicles must be removed from Booster lots by 11:59 p.m. on the evening before a home game.
- Learn more about Football Parking here.
Art Social
Date: Friday, September 19 | Time: 7:00 p.m. | Location: FSU Student Union (75 N. Woodward Ave.)
Price: $25
Unleash your inner artist with our Family Weekend Art Social! We'll provide all the supplies you need and our instructor will lead you step-by-step in an FSU-themed piece of art that you can bring home! Whether you're a seasoned artist or just looking to try something new, our guided painting session is perfect for all skill levels.
Non-alcoholic and alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase at Proof Brewing Company in the FSU Student Union.
Admission for one person per ticket. All participants, including FSU students, need tickets. Your ticket will be a wristband given at Check-In. All ticket purchases are non-refundable.
Recommended Parking:
Woodward Ave. Garage (104 N. Woodward Ave, Tallahassee, FL 32304).
- Open parking in any student (white lined spots) and no parking in red line spots in any lots/garages.
- All vehicles must be removed from Booster lots by 11:59 p.m. on the evening before a home game.
- Learn more about Football Parking here.
Get Up, It's Game Day! Fun Run and Walk
Date: Saturday, September 20 | Time: 8:00 a.m. | Location: FSU Student Union (75 N. Woodward Ave.)
Price: $24
The Get Up, It's Game Day! Fun Run is the best way to take in the beautiful sights and scenery of the Florida State University campus. Perfect for walkers and runners of all ages, skill levels, and abilities, come start your day with fresh air and great exercise!
Don't forget to add on your Family Weekend Fun Run and Walk t-shirt when registering to commemorate this run!
Admission for one person per ticket. All participants, including FSU students need tickets. Your ticket will be a race bib given at Check-In. All ticket purchases are non-refundable.
Recommended Parking:
Dewey Street Lot (on the corner of Dewey and Call Street) or the Call Street Garage (540 W. Call Street, Tallahassee, FL 32301)
- Check the Game Day Parking Map for General Parking (gold areas).
- Any vehicles parked in reserved Booster parking (garnet areas) will be towed at the owner's expense.
- Learn more about Football Parking here.
Tailgate Brunch
Date: Saturday, September 20 | Time: 9:00 a.m. - Noon | Location: FSU Student Union (75 N. Woodward Ave.)
Price: $34
Kick off your game day with the ultimate Family Weekend Tailgate Brunch before the Florida State vs. Kent State football game! Join us for a morning of delicious brunch dishes, vibrant face painting to show your FSU pride, and live music to keep the energy high. Enjoy refreshing beverages at our cash bar as you gear up for the big game. Don't miss this perfect start to an exciting day of football and family fun.
Admission for one person per ticket. All participants, including FSU students need tickets. Your ticket will be a wristband given at Check-In. All ticket purchases are non-refundable.
Tailgate Brunch Menu
- Build Your Own Breakfast Bowl
- Includes scramble eggs and your choice of:
- Cheese Grits or Breakfast Potatoes
- Sausage Patty or Bacon
- Shredded Cheese, Tomatoes, Onions, Chives, and Beans
- Sweet & Savory
- Waffles
- Bacon or Sausage
- Biscuits
- Breakfast Sandwiches
- Egg & Cheese Croissant
- Sausage & Cheese English Muffin
- Vegan Tofu Scramble Wrap
- Coffee, Tea, Orange Juice, Water
- Cash Bar Available
Vegan and vegetarian options available upon request.
Recommended Parking:
Dewey Street Lot (on the corner of Dewey and Call Street) or the Call Street Garage (540 W. Call Street, Tallahassee, FL 32301)
- Check the Game Day Parking Map for General Parking (gold areas).
- Any vehicles parked in reserved Booster parking (garnet areas) will be towed at the owner's expense.
- Learn more about Football Parking here.
Garnet & Gold Tailgate with New Student & Family Programs
Date: Saturday, September 20 | Time: 3 Hours Before Kickoff | Location: Union Plaza (75 N. Woodward Ave.)
The Garnet & Gold Tailgate is a tailgate sponsored by Student Engagement and New Student & Family Programs. Join us for some yard games, swag, and free food before FSU vs. Kent State.
Visit the ASLC and Student Union
Date: Thursday - Sunday | Location: FSU Student Union (75 N. Woodward Ave.)
Take part in many memorable activities and events at the Askew Student Life Center (ASLC) and the FSU Student Union during you Family Weekend! These events include movie-screenings, Bowling & Billiards, Paint-A-Pot, gaming, and more! See details and hours below.
Thursday, September 18
Family Movie Night - Grease
Doors: 6:00 p.m., Screening: 7:00 p.m. | Askew Student Life Center (942 Learning Way)
Family Movie Night - A Complete Unknown
Doors: 9:00 p.m., Screening: 10:00 p.m. | Askew Student Life Center (942 Learning Way)
Friday, September 19
Paint-A-Pot (Full inventory)
Noon - 7:00 p.m. | Askew Student Life Center (942 Learning Way)
Garnet Gaming Lounge
Noon - Midnight | Askew Student Life Center (942 Learning Way)
Paint-A-Pot (Limited inventory)
2:00 - 8:00 p.m. | FSU Student Union, Lower Level (75 N. Woodward Ave.)
Yard Games
2:00 - 8:00 p.m. | FSU Student Union, Union Green (75 N. Woodward Ave.)
Bowling & Billiards
2:00 p.m. - Midnight | FSU Student Union, Lower Level (75 N. Woodward Ave.)
Family Movie Night - The Princess and the Frog
Doors: 6:00 p.m., Screening: 7:00 p.m. | Askew Student Life Center (942 Learning Way)
Movie-Themed Karaoke
9:00 p.m. | Askew Student Life Center (942 Learning Way)
Family Movie Night - Hedwig and the Angry Inch
Doors: 10:30 p.m., Screening: Midnight. | Askew Student Life Center (942 Learning Way)
Saturday, September 20
Music Mayhem
Noon - 4:00 p.m. | Askew Student Life Center (942 Learning Way)
Bowling & Billiards
Noon - Midnight | FSU Student Union, Lower Level (75 N. Woodward Ave.)
Paint-A-Pot
10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. | Askew Student Life Center (942 Learning Way)
Family Movie Night - Grease
Doors: 6:00 p.m., Screening: 7:00 p.m. | Askew Student Life Center (942 Learning Way)
Family Movie Night - A Complete Unknown
Doors: 9:00 p.m., Screening: 10:00 p.m. | Askew Student Life Center (942 Learning Way)
Sunday, September 21
Paint-A-Pot
Noon - 5:00 p.m. | Askew Student Life Center (942 Learning Way)
Musical Trivia
3:00 - 6:00 p.m. | Askew Student Life Center (942 Learning Way)
Family Movie Night - A Complete Unknown
Doors: 6:00 p.m., Screening: 7:00 p.m. | Askew Student Life Center (942 Learning Way)
Pre-order Your Family Weekend Merchandise Now!
Make sure to snag our 2025 Family Weekend T-shirt and your student's My FSU Experience Water Bottle when purchasing your Signature Event tickets!
Family Weekend Fun All Weekend Long!
Eager to explore campus during Family Weekend? We have Family Weekend fun lined up for you and your Noles all weekend long!
Friday, September 19
Visit and Workout at the Leach Center
Campus Recreation | 6:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. | The Leach Recreation Center (118 Varsity Way)
Visit the Leach Center and get a workout in this weekend! Family members can workout with their student for free. Enjoy our strength and cardio equipment, racquetball and basketball courts, indoor pool and spa areas, indoor track, and more!
Conversaciones: Latin American Indigenous Art
Museum of Fine Arts | 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. | Museum of Fine Arts (530 W Call St)
Experience the Museum of Fine Art’s newest exhibition, "Conversaciones: Latin American Indigenous Art," highlighting contemporary Latin American art alongside rarely exhibited treasures from FSU’s collections and include Mayan textiles, ancient Andean ceramics, metalwork and other artifacts.
Spanish Campus Tours with HLSU
Hispanic/Latinx Student Union | Tours at 10 a.m. and Noon | FSU Student Union (75 N. Woodward Ave.)
Join the Hispanic/Latinx Student Union (HLSU) for tours around FSU's campus!
Relax at the FSU Lakefront Park
Campus Recreation | 11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. | Lakefront Park (3226 Flastacowo Rd)
Relax by the lake at the FSU Lakefront Park. Family members can join their student for free. Enjoy swimming, kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, disc golf, beach volleyball, or just lounging in the shade or on our sandy beach.
College of Business Open House: Farewell to Rovetta
College of Business | Noon - 5:00 p.m. | Rovetta Business Building (821 Academic Way)
Join us as we celebrate the end of an era and look ahead to an exciting new chapter! The College of Business invites you to our Open House: Farewell to Rovetta, a special event marking our final days in the building that has served as our home for decades.
We’re saying goodbye to the Rovetta Business Building as we prepare to move into Legacy Hall, our state-of-the-art new building opening in January 2026.
Explore Rovetta one last time with self-guided tours available throughout the day. For a more in-depth experience, sign up for a guided tour led by Student Leadership Council members.
Guided Tour Times:
- 11:30 AM
- 1:30 PM
- 3:30 PM
Register here for a guided tour!
We look forward to welcoming you as we honor the past and celebrate the future of the College of Business.
Alumni Career Panel & Ice Cream Social
College of Social Work | 1:00 - 2:00 p.m.| University Center C (296 Champions Way)
Join us for an alumni career panel where accomplished social work graduates share their professional journeys, insights, and advice. Current social work students and their families will have a chance to explore the diverse paths a social work degree can lead to—and be inspired by those who’ve walked them. After the panel, mix and mingle with faculty and staff at an ice cream social!
Hispanic/Latinx Student Union Mixer
Hispanic/Latinx Student Union | 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. | Proof @ the Union (75 N. Woodward Ave.)
Street Photography Opening Reception
Strozier Library | 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. | Strozier Library (116 Honors Way)
Mix, mingle and enjoy food and photography with Art in the Library. We invite families, students, and our community to celebrate the official opening of this remarkable student art exhibition focused on studying abroad in Latin America.
Housing Family Fun Fest
University Housing | 2:30 - 4:30 p.m. | Cawthon Green (119 Honors Way)
Join University Housing for this special gathering designed to celebrate the vibrant community of students that live in the residence halls! Bring your families and enjoy free food, yard games, and a memorable photo opportunity.
Welcome Reception for Out-of-State Families
Undergraduate Studies & Noles Everywhere | 3:00 - 6:00 p.m. | ClubDownunder, FSU Student Union (75 N. Woodward Ave.)
A reception for families joining us from beyond Florida, celebrating the energy out-of-state students bring to our FSU community. Join us for light snacks, mingle with the Noles Everywhere out-of-state student ambassadors, and meet other families from your area. This event is free of charge.
University Symphony Orchestra
College of Music | 7:30 p.m. | Ruby Diamond Concert Hall (222 S Copeland St)
The University Symphony Orchestra opens the 25-26 season with Respighi’s majestic Pines of Rome, and welcomes Molly Reid, winner of the Doctoral Concerto Competition, in a performance of Ravel’s stunning Piano Concerto for the Left Hand.
Check Out Items from the Leisure Library
University Libraries | 12:00 a.m. - 11:59 p.m. | Strozier Library (116 Honors Way)
Check out items like frisbees, lawn chairs, hammocks, and a karaoke machine to enjoy on Landis Green!
Saturday, September 20
Conversaciones: Latin American Indigenous Art
Museum of Fine Arts | 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. | Museum of Fine Arts (530 W Call St)
Experience the Museum of Fine Art’s newest exhibition, "Conversaciones: Latin American Indigenous Art," highlighting contemporary Latin American art alongside rarely exhibited treasures from FSU’s collections and include Mayan textiles, ancient Andean ceramics, metalwork and other artifacts.
College of Business Alumni and Friends Tailgate: 75th Anniversary Edition
College of Business | 3 Hours Before Kickoff | Heritage Tower Fountain
The College of Business is hosting an alumni and friends tailgate during FSU Family Weekend to celebrate their 75th anniversary! Look for their tent at the Heritage Tower Fountain between Dick Howser Stadium and Doak Campbell Stadium Gate K. Register for this tailgate here.
Hispanic/Latin Alumni Network Tailgate
Hispanic/Latin Alumni Network and Hispanic/Latinx Student Union | 3 Hours Before Kickoff
Check Out Items from the Leisure Library
University Libraries | 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. | Strozier Library (116 Honors Way)
Check out items like frisbees, lawn chairs, hammocks, and a karaoke machine to enjoy on Landis Green!
Sunday, September 21
Visit and Workout at the Leach Center
Campus Recreation | 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. | The Leach Recreation Center (118 Varsity Way)
Visit the Leach Center and get a workout in this weekend! Family members can workout with their student for free. Enjoy our strength and cardio equipment, racquetball and basketball courts, indoor pool and spa areas, indoor track, and more!
Conversaciones: Latin American Indigenous Art
Museum of Fine Arts | 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. | Museum of Fine Arts (530 W Call St)
Experience the Museum of Fine Art’s newest exhibition, "Conversaciones: Latin American Indigenous Art," highlighting contemporary Latin American art alongside rarely exhibited treasures from FSU’s collections and include Mayan textiles, ancient Andean ceramics, metalwork and other artifacts.
Relax at the FSU Lakefront Park
Campus Recreation | 11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. | Lakefront Park (3226 Flastacowo Rd)
Relax by the lake at the FSU Lakefront Park. Family members can join their student for free. Enjoy swimming, kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, disc golf, beach volleyball, or just lounging in the shade or on our sandy beach.
