Friday, September 30 - Sunday, October 2
The purpose of Family Weekend is to bring the faculty, staff, students, and families together for a weekend of fellowship. We have a variety of activities planned for the weekend that allow families to experience life on the Hill.
Cost for the weekend is:
- $20/adult
- $15/child (12 years and under)
- FREE for ETBU Student
- (This cost does not include tickets to the football game.)
Tickets for the Tiger Football game must be purchased separately. You can purchase football tickets online at www.etbutickets.com.
Don't forget to visit the ETBU Bookstore from 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. on Saturday.
Online pre-registration is now CLOSED. If you are still needing to register, please come to our Late Registration on Friday, September 30, at the Grove from 5:30 - 8:30 p.m. or Saturday, October 1, at the Quad from 9:00 - 11:00 a.m.
Local Accommodations
1 King or 2 Queens $149-$155 plus tax per night. When calling refer to ETBU discount, Parent Weekend.
1 King or 2 Queens $111.87 per night. When calling refer to ETBU discount, Parent Weekend.
1 King or 2 Standard Beds $113.90 per night. When calling refer to Parent Discount Rate.
| Friday, September 30, 2022 | |
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| 5:30pm | Family Weekend Check-In Meet us at The Grove to pick up your schedule for the weekend, Family Weekend t-shirts (if registered before 9/26), and Tiger Family Lunch tickets. |
| 6:00pm | Gather at the Grove Enjoy some downtime with your student with live music, fellowship, lawn games, and local crowd-favorite food trucks in The Grove. (Food truck tickets will be available at each vendor for $5-$15). |
| 7:00pm | Doubt (An ETBU Theatre Production) Head down to the Mabee Recital Hall in Jenna Guest for this brilliant and powerful drama! Set in the 1960s, Sister Aloysius, a Bronx school principal, takes matters into her own hands when she suspects the young Father Flynn of his progressive philosophy and suspicious behavior. This story powerfully explores the struggle and intersection of faith related to how people choose to cope with, and address feelings of doubt and skepticism toward others. General admission tickets are $10 or FREE with an ETBU ID. Tickets can be purchased online at www.ETBU.edu/boxoffice or at the Box Office. |
| 8:30pm | Movie Night Under the Stars at Taylor Field End Day 1 with us at Taylor Field as we watch a family-favorite film! Bring your lawn chairs/blankets, or sit in the stands. Popcorn, candy, and drinks will be provided. No tickets are needed! |
| 10:30pm | Hockey vs. Drury University (Shreveport, LA) Grab a blanket, support the ETBU D2 Hockey Team, and cheer them on as they take on the Drury University Panthers at 10:30 p.m. at George’s Pond in Hirsch Coliseum in Shreveport, Louisiana. No tickets are needed! |
| Saturday, October 1, 2022 | |
| 9:00am | Family Weekend Check-In (Late Arrivals) Meet us in The Quad to pick up your schedule for the weekend, Family Weekend t-shirts (if registered before 9/26), and Tiger Family Lunch tickets. |
| 9:00am | Small Business Saturday Market and Brunch Bar Join us and support our Tiger Students, Faculty, and Staff at our Small Business Saturday Market in The Quad. We have plenty of vendors lined up with products ranging from baked goods and coffees to crafts to beauty products and services. A FREE Brunch Bar will be provided with juices and breakfast grab-and-go foods. |
| 11:00am | Family Worship We will meet in Baker Chapel in the Rogers Spiritual Life Center to worship together as a Tiger Family. |
| 12:00pm | ETBU Tiger Women’s Soccer Game vs. University of Mary Hardin Baylor |
| 12:00pm | Tiger Family Lunch Join the ETBU Family for Tiger Family Lunch with good food and fellowship in the Dining Hall. Vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options will be available. |
| 1:00pm | Alumni Association Floats, Family, and Faculty Connection Enjoy free frosty ice cream floats provided by friends in Alumni Relations. Once you grab your tasty treat, walk around the Huffman Activities Area with your student and meet their favorite professors! |
| 2:00pm | Hockey vs. Drury University (Shreveport, LA) Grab a blanket, support the ETBU D2 Hockey Team, and cheer them on as they take on the Drury University Panthers at 2:00 p.m. at George’s Pond in Hirsch Coliseum in Shreveport, Louisiana. No tickets are needed! |
| 2:30pm | ETBU Tiger Men’s Soccer Game vs. University of Mary Hardin Baylor Support the ETBU Men’s Soccer Team and cheer them on as they take on the UMHB Crusaders at 2:30 p.m. at Cornish Field. No tickets are needed! |
| 2:30pm | Doubt (An ETBU Theatre Production) Head down to the Mabee Recital Hall in Jenna Guest for this brilliant and powerful drama! Set in the 1960s, Sister Aloysius, a Bronx school principal, takes matters into her own hands when she suspects the young Father Flynn of his progressive philosophy and suspicious behavior. This story powerfully explores the struggle and intersection of faith related to how people choose to cope with, and address feelings of doubt and skepticism toward others. General admission tickets are $10 or FREE with an ETBU ID. Tickets are $10 general admission or FREE with an ETBU ID. Tickets can be purchased online at www.ETBU.edu/boxoffice or at the Box Office. |
| 3:30pm | Family Tailgate Join the ETBU Family for our traditional FREE Family Tailgate at The Grove. Show your support for the Tiger Football Team at the Tiger Walk at 3:30 p.m. |
| 6:00pm | Tiger Football Game vs. Southwestern University Be a part of the excitement and cheer on the ETBU Tigers as they take on the Southwestern University Pirates at 6:00 p.m. at Ornelas Stadium. You can purchase tickets for the game online at etbutickets.com. |
| Sunday, October 2, 2022 | |
| 8:00am | Church and Lunch on Your Own with Your Student Join your student at their local church for morning worship and take them to their favorite Sunday lunch spot. |
| 1:00pm | Hockey vs. Drury University (Shreveport, LA) Grab a blanket, support the ETBU D3 Hockey Team, and cheer them on as they take on the Drury University Panthers at 1:00 p.m. at George’s Pond in Hirsch Coliseum in Shreveport, Louisiana. No tickets are needed! |
| 2:30pm | Doubt (An ETBU Theatre Production) Head down to the Mabee Recital Hall in Jenna Guest for this brilliant and powerful drama! Set in the 1960s, Sister Aloysius, a Bronx school principal, takes matters into her own hands when she suspects the young Father Flynn of his progressive philosophy and suspicious behavior. This story powerfully explores the struggle and intersection of faith related to how people choose to cope with, and address feelings of doubt and skepticism toward others. General admission tickets are $10 or FREE with an ETBU ID. Tickets can be purchased online at www.ETBU.edu/boxoffice or at the Box Office. |
| 3:00pm | JCP Suit Up Event (Hosted by: ETBU Career Development) The Career Development Center is partnering with JCPenney for the Fall 2022 JCPenney Suit-Up Event. This event is a great opportunity for you to get career and professional items at a GREAT price. To receive your shopping coupon with items up to 60% off, text SHOPETBU to 67292. This coupon is valid online and at the JCPenney at the Longview Mall. The Career Development Center will also be giving away two $50 JCPenney gift cards to two individuals who attend this event! |
