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