This schedule will continue to be updated and is subject to change.
4 p.m. – 9 p.m. | 519 Greensboro Ave, Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
Consider dining at Central Mesa to support the UA Student Life Support Fund. Twenty percent of all sales go to the UA Student Life Support Fund.
For Friday, Family Weekend Shuttle (a chartered Crimson Ride bus) will stop at the Softball Stadium/Tennis Stadium Lot and the UA Student Center from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. to help you get around campus.
10 a.m. – 7 p.m. | UA Student Center Great Hall, Second Floor
The Family Weekend shuttle stops here.
Registered Family Weekend participants should check in to pick up their Family Weekend packets, including a Family Weekend guide, schedule of events, clear stadium bag, and event wristbands/ tickets. Big Al (UA’s mascot) will be greeting families at Check-In from 1:15 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Anyone arriving after 7 p.m. can pick up their packet at the Saturday Family Weekend tailgate.
Self-Guided Tour | Downtown Tuscaloosa
Visit the Tuscaloosa Civil Rights History & Reconciliation Foundation website to see a map of the self-guided civil rights history tour.
9 a.m. – 12 p.m. & 1 – 4 p.m. | Gorgas House
Visit the Gorgas House Museum to see UA’s first campus building. The Gorgas House Museum connects the original campus of 1831 and today. Free admission for UA faculty, staff and students. $2.00 for general admission.
9 a.m. – 4 p.m. | 300 Paul W. Bryant Drive
Visit the Paul W. Bryant Museum to see the exhibit, artifacts, and memorabilia that trace the long history of the University of Alabama football program. Visit the Paul W. Bryant Museum website for more details. Free admission for UA faculty, staff, students, alumni, and veterans. General admission is $5.00 for adults and $3.00 for children.
10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. | Smith Hall
Visit the Alabama Museum of Natural History to learn how they detail the state’s natural history and ancient past. Visit the Alabama Museum of Natural History website for more information. Free admission for UA faculty, staff, and students. General admission is $5.00.
11 a.m. – 1 p.m. | 2500 UA Student Center
Stop by the Office of Fraternity and Sorority Life to learn more about the Greek community and meet the staff. Both current and prospective members and their families are welcome to drop in!
11 a.m. – 1 p.m. | 3000 Houser Hall
Join the VMA office for an open house to explore the resources and services offered at the Capstone for military-affiliated students (veterans, service members, dependents, and survivors).
12 p.m. – 2 p.m. | Russell Hall 300
Join the Capstone Center for Student Success for an Open House to connect with our 8 departments and learn more about the ways that CCSS supports students at the Capstone. Enjoy ice cream and sweet treats while connecting with departments.
12:30 p.m. – 2 p.m. |BB Comer Hall
Join the Education Abroad Team and current Faculty Directors at our information tent on the BB Comer lawn! The EA team will offer general information about the study abroad process, and the Faculty Directors will talk about the in’s and out’s of participating on one of our UA-sponsored programs. Bring your families and questions to have a chat with us.
1 p.m. – 2 p.m. |Honors Hall, Second Floor
The Honors College invites you to stop by the second floor of Honors Hall to meet our faculty, staff, and deans. Learn about the many opportunities awaiting students in the Honors College.
2 p.m. – 4 p.m. | Doster Hall’s Alumni Room (Enter Doster Hall using the front steps, the Alumni room will be on your right.)
Join the CHES for an open house hosted by CHES Ambassadors. CHES ‘SWAG’ will be given out during this event.
2 p.m. – 4 p.m. | H.M. Comer Lobby
Join us for an informational reception and tour of the college to see how your student can get involved and enjoy a fun treat on us.
2 p.m. – 4 p.m. | Hewson Hall Atrium
The Culverhouse College of Business invites you to an ice cream social and open house in the atrium of Hewson Hall. We encourage families to meet with our Academic Advisors, College Staff and Student Ambassadors.
2 p.m. – 4 p.m. | 1030 Hewson Hall
The Culverhouse School of Accountancy invites current and prospective accounting majors to stop by to learn more about our program and meet some of our faculty and staff.
2 p.m. – 4 p.m. | Capstone College of Nursing
Join the Capstone College of Nursing for an Open House and tour! Enjoy refreshments with family and friends and tour the building with nursing student ambassadors.
2 p.m. – 4 p.m. | Lawn of Autherine Lucy Hall
We invite you to our open house in front of Autherine Lucy Hall. Meet our faculty, staff, and ambassadors and learn how to get involved with our college and the programs we offer.
2 p.m. – 4 p.m. | Little Hall, Front Porch
Social work students and their families are invited to Popcorn on the Porch! Held on the front porch of Little Hall.
2 p.m. – 4 p.m. |Woods Quad
Celebrate UA Family Weekend 2024 with the College of Arts & Sciences! Join A&S for an Open House and enjoy ice cream and popcorn while visiting tables where parents and students can ask questions, get swag and meet representatives from A&S Student Services. You’ll also have the opportunity to meet the Dean and Associate Deans of the College.
3 p.m. – 4 p.m. |Reese Phifer Hall Rotunda
The College of Communication & Information Sciences is hosting a reception for current students and their families. Parents and family members will be able to mingle with the C&IS dean, faculty, and staff while enjoying light refreshments!
3 p.m. – 5 p.m. |Shelby Hall Rotunda
Pre-purchased tickets are required to enter this event. To purchase your ticket, visit WGRC Chocolate Festival Ticket.
Join the Women and Gender Resource Center from 3 – 5 p.m. for their 11th Chocolate Festival fundraiser.
5:30 p.m. |380 9th St., Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
All families are invited to join in the observance of Yom Kippur while visiting Tuscaloosa. Erev Yom Kippur meals begin at 5:30 p.m. at Bloom Hillel with the evening service beginning at 7 p.m. (Temple Emanu-el next door.) For more information, visit Hillel.ua.edu.
Contact Lisa.BamaHillel@gmail.com before the weekend for parking near the Temple/Hillel.
6 p.m. – 7:45 p.m. | Government Plaza, Downtown Tuscaloosa 2106 6th St, Tuscaloosa, AL 35401. Parking deck located at: 2230 7th St., Tuscaloosa, AL 35401.
Weather permitting
Entertainment by Rebel, games, and blankets paid by Family Weekend registration fees. This event is co-sponsored by Visit Tuscaloosa.
Families will experience an evening in downtown Tuscaloosa. This event will take place at the beautiful Government Plaza and includes musical entertainment and a charming southern ambiance. Enjoy one of our many restaurants or food truck options (for purchase) and join us for a taste of life in Tuscaloosa. Present the ticket from your Check-In packet for a free picnic blanket (blankets are 1 per family to the first 500 families: only available at the Kickoff Concert). Food trucks meals are on your own and are not covered in family weekend ticket price.
6:15 p.m. – 8:15 p.m. |17 Sherwood Dr., Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
All families are invited to join in the observance of Yom Kippur while visiting Tuscaloosa. For more information, visit https://www.jewishbama.com/parents-weekend.
8 p.m. – 11 p.m. |Behind John England Hall. 810 2nd St, Tuscaloosa, AL 35401. Parking deck located: Student Center Parking Deck 800 Campus Dr. West, Tuscaloosa, AL 35401.
Family Weekend wristband required
Rain location Student Center Theater
Join University Program for a free movie and snacks on the John England lawn. Parking will be available at the Student Center Parking Deck 800 Campus Dr. West, Tuscaloosa, AL 35401.
8 a.m. – 11 a.m. | Corner of Bryce Lawn (315 Bryce lawn Drive) 87.5407874°W 33.2133537°N (not on the Quad but it is close)
Registration required
Join Parent & Family Programs for a tailgate to celebrate the Crimson Tide. During the Family Weekend Tailgate, you can create memories through our family photo stations and activities to experience the Crimson Tide tradition. Experience a taste of Tuscaloosa with your Family Weekend Tailgate meal included with your wristband. Look for the balloon arch and Tailgate signage.
Family Weekend Tailgate Menu: Eggs, bacon, buttermilk biscuits, grits, mixed fruit, white sausage gravy, Jim n Nick’s Cheese biscuits, BBQ Pork Sandwiches and chips (first come, first served), Vegan meals upon request, orange juice, Powerade and bottled water.
8:30 a.m. |Bryant-Denny Stadium
10 a.m. |Quad at Gorgas Library
11 a.m. |Bryant-Denny Stadium
Football ticket required
10 a.m. and 5 p.m. | 380 9th Street, Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
All families are invited to join in the observance of Yom Kippur while visiting Tuscaloosa. Saturday morning services begin at 10 a.m. Yizkor service begins at 5 p.m. Break-the-fast at Bama Hillel following the Concluding service. Contact Lisa.BamaHillel@gmail.com before the weekend for parking near the Temple/Hillel. For more information, visit Hillel.ua.edu.
10:30 a.m. -2 p.m. |17 Sherwood Dr., Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
All families are invited to join in the observance of Yom Kippur while visiting Tuscaloosa. Services will begin at 10:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. Neila services begins at 5:45 p.m. followed by break-fast at 7 p.m. For more information visit https://www.jewishbama.com/parents-weekend.
If you are interested in attending a religious service during your Family Weekend visit, some options available near campus.
8 a.m. – 1 p.m. | Lakeside Dining Hall
Registration required. Parents who did not purchase family weekend tickets can pay $10.50 at the door.
Enjoy brunch and live music with your UA family at Lakeside Dining Hall, one of our amazing dining locations. The brunch will include kosher style menu items. Join Bama Dining for a silent auction with over 20 University of Alabama items your student would love. Credit cards only accepted. All proceeds of the silent auction go to the Student Care and Wellbeing Student Life Campus Pantry. Click here for the auction guide that shows all items that will be auctioned off that day. Click right arrow to see items. Items will continue to be added up until the day of the auction. Bidding must take place in person. Big Al will make an appearance 9 am – 10 am. ZAPfoto will taking family photos.
9 a.m. – 9:45 a.m. & 9:45 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. |The UA Student Center Lawn
Registration required
Come to the Student Center Lawn to enjoy one of our two Family Weekend Yoga sessions. Parental supervision is required for non-student individuals under 19 years of age to participate.
9 a.m. – 11 a.m. & 12 p.m. – 2 p.m. |Lake Nicol (4409 Nicol Park Rd.)
Registration required
Join UA Outdoor Recreation and Parent & Family Programs for some paddling and watch the leaves begin to change colors at Lake Nicol. Lake Nicol is an attractive, easily accessible, well-maintained, and popular wooded park on a substantial lake. This lake is relatively small, but packs a big punch with its cliff views and its fun in the sun and aquatic activities! While its swimming holes are a crowd-pleaser, Lake Nicol is also known as a great beginner’s spot for those who want to canoe, kayak, paddleboard, and fish. Register using the link: Lake Nicol Registration.
Thanks to our 2024 Family Weekend sponsors:
