Family Weekend 2025 Schedule
Family Weekend Event Schedule
More events will be added as we get closer to Family Weekend 2025. Please check back for updates.
Family Weekend Early Check-In
12:00 pm – 5:00 pm Arkansas Union International Connections Lounge (flag room)
All registered Family Weekend participants must check-in to pick up their Family Weekend packages, schedule of events, memorabilia, and wristbands. Students can pick up their families’ packages with a UofA Student ID.
Family Weekend Check-In & Information Table
12:00 pm – 7:00 pm Arkansas Union International Connections Lounge
All registered Family Weekend participants must check-in to pick up their Family Weekend packages, schedule of events, memorabilia, and wristband. Students can pick up their families’ packages, if prior authorization was given. Stop by the Information Table for restaurant suggestions, directions, and more.
Proud Razorback Family Photos
2:00 pm – 4:30 pm Arkansas Union International Connections Lounge
Stop by the registration area Friday afternoon for a quick Razorback Family photo. There is no cost and the photo will be available on our Facebook page RazorbackParent. Make sure to “like” Parent & Family Programs and use the hashtag #UARKFamilyWeekend when sharing your photo on social media for a chance to win giveaways throughout the weekend.
Parent & Family Association Cardinal Member Reception (RSVP Required)
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm School of Law
Mingle with other Parent & Family Association Cardinal Members from across the nation, meet Division of Student Affairs staff and administrators, and enjoy hors d’oeuvres and drinks. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to bid on a variety of items at the Family Weekend Silent Auction to benefit PFA Book Scholarships. Auction winners will be notified by phone and can pick up their items on Friday evening or Saturday from 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm in Arkansas Union International Connections Lounge. RSVP and current Cardinal Membership is required.
Family Weekend Silent Auction Pick Up
8:00 pm - 9:00 pm School of Law
Pick up any items won during the Family Weekend Silent Auction. Credit/Debit card only accepted.
UARK Cardinal Nights: Casino Night
7:00 pm – 10:00pm Arkansas Union Mall
Join Parent & Family Programs and UARK Cardinal Nights for Casino Night! From Texas Hold ‘Em, Black Jack, free t-shirts, food, prizes and more, your family will not want to miss this fun, family friendly event.
Fayetteville Farmers’ Market
7:00 am – 2:00 pm Historic Downtown Fayetteville Square (101 W. Mountain St.)
The Fayetteville Farmers’ Market has been recognized as the #1 Farmers Market in America. Fresh vegetables, local shops, and live music make the Fayetteville Farmers’ Market a favorite to locals and visitors alike.
Family Weekend Check-In & Information Table
12:00 pm - 3:00 pm Arkansas Union International Connections Lounge
Didn’t make it to check-in on Friday? Have a question about something going on during the weekend? Not a problem! Stop by the Check-In & Information Table to pick up your Family Weekend packages, schedules, and memorabilia or to get answers to your questions!
Public Game Day Shuttles Begin Running
TDB Various Locations
Shuttles begin running 3 hours prior to kickoff and run throughout the game and continue postgame until no longer needed. View PARKING and SHUTTLE details here.
Silent Auction Item Pick Up
12:00 pm - 2:00 pm Arkansas Union Connections Lounge
If not picked up on Friday night, winners of the Family Weekend Silent Auction can pick up items in the Arkansas Union Connections Lounge. Credit/Debit card only accepted.
Family Weekend Tailgate Party
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Arkansas Union Mall
Always the favorite event, the Family Weekend Tailgate Party is filled with music, yard games, food, and fun. Get your family picture taken, grab food before the game starts, and get to know other families!
Razorback Marching Band Pre-Game Show
Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium
Experience the best in sight and sound with the Razorback Marching Band as they take the field in Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium for the pre-game show. At the conclusion of the show, the band forms an “A” for the football players to run through before the game.
Arkansas Razorbacks Football Game
TBD Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium
Cheer for the Arkansas Razorbacks as we take on Texas A&M! Football ticket required to attend game.
Parent and Family Watch Party
TBD Arkansas Union Mall
Join us on the Arkansas Union Mall following the Tailgate Party to watch the big game on the big screen.
Sunday Brunch
10:00 am – 2:00 pm Fulbright Dining @ Northwest Quad & Pomfret Dining Halls
or 1021 Food Hall
What better way to end the weekend than brunch with your student? Join other Family Weekend attendees as we dine on Southern classics in one of the dining halls on campus.
Please contact our office at 479-575-5002 or email parents@uark.edu with any questions about Family Weekend 2025. For questions regarding football ticket purchases, contact the Razorback Ticket Office at 479-575-5151.