All Auburn Family members are invited to campus for a weekend of activities, programs, and the chance to watch the Tigers play in Jordan Hare Stadium. Each year, Fall Family Weekend is aligned with the Homecoming football game, so you get to experience campus life while enjoying some beloved traditions like the homecoming parade, pep rally, and tailgating. Last year, nearly 4,000 family members visited and enjoyed the Parent & Family Association Tailgate, making it the largest tailgate on the plains!
Fall Family Weekend Tailgate
The Auburn University Parent & Family Association Fall Family Weekend Tailgate will be from 9 a.m. – 11 a.m. on Saturday, September 13, 2025, at Cater Lawn. Many events are open to all, but the Fall Family Weekend tailgate is a ticketed event. This event is the place to meet other Auburn families, enjoy a traditional southern breakfast, dance with a local favorite- DJ Ozz, and take a photo with our beloved mascot, Aubie.
Provided at the tailgate are clear stadium bags, shakers, buttons, and toilet paper while supplies last.
Tickets are $25 for students and $40 for adults. Once tickets are purchased, wristbands for the event can be picked up by either parents or students on Friday from 2-4 p.m. at the Auburn Sportsplex or from 2-5 p.m. at Cater Lawn, or Saturday during the event at Cater Lawn.
Tailgate tickets are on sale while supplies last. We typically sell out 2 weeks prior to the event, so book yours by September 1 to guarantee your spot!
Note: Student tickets are for kids of all ages through college. So, if you are bringing a child from home or a student from another college, they should each have a student ticket.
Click here to purchase tickets to the Fall Family Weekend tailgate.
Fall Family Weekend T-Shirts & Tumblers
There is also a T-shirt for the event featuring some of Auburn's most famous traditions. Tumblers and T-shirts may be purchased for $30 each. These can be picked up by parents or students on Friday from 2-4 p.m. at the Auburn Sportsplex or from 2-5 p.m. at Cater Lawn, or Saturday during the event at Cater Lawn.
T-shirts and tumblers are on sale until August 19.
Click here to purchase Fall Family Weekend T-shirts or Tumblers.
Football Tickets
If you need tickets to the game against South Alabama on Saturday, September 13, we recommend you purchase a ticket from SeatGeek.
Gameday
On gamedays, our lovely village triples in size with alumni and fans traveling in from across the country. If you haven’t attended an SEC gameday before, be prepared for a festival-like atmosphere with lots of people, lots of walking, and lots of fun.
Plan Your Visit
Auburn Opelika Tourism has some great insight into what to expect on a football gameday.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can my student’s younger siblings attend?
Of course! There are many family-friendly events for your student’s sibling to attend throughout the weekend. Please note that a ticket will also have to be purchased for siblings.
It is also my student’s fraternity/sorority family weekend. Can I attend both?
Most certainly! We recommend comparing the schedule of events to see if it is feasible to attend the Fall Family Weekend Tailgate in addition to Greek events.
Is there a refund policy?
Fall Family Weekend tailgate is a rain-or-shine event. In the event of cancellation due to inclement weather or other matters beyond the control of Parent & Family Programs, all purchased food will be donated to the Campus Kitchens project to provide meals to food-insecure members of the Auburn campus and community. All sales are final.
Are there accessibility accommodations available?
Guests can work with Auburn Athletics to secure accessible seating inside Jordan-Hare Stadium for the football game.
Parent & Family Programs cannot provide shuttles, mobility chair reservations, or other mobility assistance for Fall Family Weekend. The Fall Family Weekend tailgate is in an accessible location on campus, but guests are responsible for their transportation to the venue. Fall Family Weekend and/or Gameday participation usually involves significant amounts of walking and traversing campus. These events may not be suitable for all guests.
For all other questions, contact Parent & Family Programs at 334-844-1493 or parent@auburn.edu.
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