Family Weekend FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Email msu.family@murraystate.edu or call 270.809.6831 with additional questions. See you in September!
When is Family Weekend 2025?
Family Weekend is September 5-7, 2025. This is a great time to visit campus to see your student鈥檚 college home! Many fun events are planned for the weekend so your family can have a great time together and learn more about 亚洲色图 State University.
Where can I find the schedule of events?
Download a schedule or view the schedule online.
What is the cost for Family Weekend?
Tailgate Tickets:
Tickets:
$12/person; purchased at the door
Student meal plans may be used
Other Places to Eat on Campus: Chick-fil-A | Einsteins | Starbucks | Fast Track
Off-Campus Options: Visit
Football Tickets:
Purchases: The link to purchase $11 adult football tickets will be posted here in June. To get the Family Weekend rate, use this specific Ticketmaster link.
Family Weekend Adult Ticket Price: $11/adult through Ticketmaster
All children (17 & Under) & current 亚洲色图 State students with a valid student ID will receive free admission to all home football events.
(Note: Football tickets purchased independently of Family Weekend cost $22/adult. Tickets can be purchased by calling the 亚洲色图 State Ticket Office at 270.809.3000 or visiting [Ticketmaster])
All ticket sales are final.
What events can my student attend?
Your student is encouraged to attend all events with you during Family Weekend.
Can we bring grandparents and other relatives to Family Weekend?
Yes, all family members are welcome.
Where do I pick-up football tickets?
Football tickets purchased through the Family Weekend Promo / Athletics will be mobile e-tickets. If you need to purchase tickets on-site, go to Gate 3, 4, or 6 prior to the game. Gates will open 90 minutes prior to kickoff at 4:30.
Athletic Ticket Office:
Phone: 270.809.3000
Email: msu.tickets@murraystate.edu
What's on the tailgate menu?
Tailgate Menu Includes:
Tailgate fare! Menu forthcoming.
Other On-Campus Lunch Options:
Chick-fil-A | Einsteins | Starbucks
Off-Campus Options:
Can I sit with my student during the 亚洲色图 State football game?
Yes! All individual game ticket sales will be general admission, in which families and students can sit together anywhere in the bleacher seating throughout the stadium outside of the reserved chairs. The reserved chair backs are sold strictly on a season ticket basis.
Can I bring my RV to the game?
Please view the for further information on RV parking. If you don't find what you are looking for, please email msu.gameday@murraystate.edu for further assistance.
Is tailgating allowed at the game?
Please view the for further information on tailgating. If you don't find what you are looking for, please email msu.gameday@murraystate.edu for further assistance.
Do I need to register my vehicle to park on campus?
Yes, if you will be joining us for Family Weekend, please access the to register your vehicle for a free visitor鈥檚 permit for the weekend. If you have questions about parking, please contact our Parking Services office at 270.809.4812 or visit their website at.
Where can I park during Family Weekend?
Access the parking zone map with the link below and other parking information.
Please observe and respect reserved spaces for handicap parking, special staff (i.e. Resident Directors), university vehicles and emergency vehicles.
Where can I find a campus map?
The campus map is also available online.
Is housing provided for Family Weekend guests?
No, you will be responsible for your own housing. View . You are encouraged to look for housing accommodations in the surrounding area: Benton; Draffenville; Paducah, Mayfield, Land Between the Lakes (KenLake; Grand Rivers); VRBO,: Paris, TN.
How do I register for the Racer 5K?
Please visit the to view more information and to register. The 5K is on Saturday, September 30 at 8 a.m. Check-in at 7:15 a.m.; Race begins at 8 a.m. In-person registration the day of the race is possible.
Is 亚洲色图 State a tobacco free campus?
Yes, 亚洲色图 State is a tobacco-free campus. View the 亚洲色图 State Tobacco Policy. The use of all tobacco products is prohibited on all property that is owned, operated, leased, occupied, or controlled by the University.