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Add-On Experiences

Make the most of your Family Weekend experience with these additional activities, attractions, and experiences! Some add-ons require an additional purchase, ticket, or registration. Discount codes and registration links are available exclusively to families registered for Family Weekend and will be provided via email.

Tampa Campus Add-Ons

Friday Add-Ons

2PM-4PM | Teaching Kitchen: Game Day Bites with USF Dining

Admission is free to this live cooking demonstration, but capacity is limited. Your student must RSVP on BullsConnect to attend the event. 

6PM | Volleyball Game vs. Rice

Admission is free for Family Weekend participants! No additional purchase required. Bring your Family Weekend wristband to the ticket office outside the Yuengling Center and show it to receive your complimentary admission. Then head into The Corral and cheer on the Bulls as they take on Rice!

7PM | Men's Soccer Game vs. FIU

Admission is free for Family Weekend participants! No additional purchase required. To enter the match, bring your Family Weekend wristband to the ticket office outside Corbett Stadium. Show your wristband to receive your complimentary admission ticket, then head into the stadium and cheer on the Bulls as they take on FIU!


Saturday Add-Ons

9AM-11AM | Give Back Together at the USF Botanical Gardens

Participation is free and open to all Family Weekend participants! Join us for a morning of service at the USF Botanical Gardens as families work together to help prepare the gardens for the upcoming Fall 2026 Plant Festival.

Advance registration is encouraged. Bring your family, enjoy the outdoors, and give back to the USF community together! Registration is open until October 2. 

9AM-4PM | Family Adventure Climb

Advance registration is required to participate in the USF Challenge Course at Riverfront Park. Space is limited. Admission is $25 per person. On Saturday, participants can choose from two available time slots: 9AM鈥�12PM, and 1PM鈥�4PM.

Please plan accordingly, as the Challenge Course experience can take up to three hours to complete. Be sure to select the time slot that works best for your family when registering.

For questions or additional information, contact the USF Challenge Course at challengecourse@usf.edu.

10AM-5:30PM | Riverfront Park: Boating & Canoeing

Access to canoes, kayaks, and stand-up paddleboards is free for Family Weekend participants. No additional purchase is required. Equipment is available on a first-come, first-served basis and is subject to availability.

When you arrive, check in at the Boathouse and have your Family Weekend wristband ready.

10:30AM-11:15AM | Cardio Step Fitness Class

Bring the family and get moving together with this upbeat fitness class! This family-friendly workout is a fun way to build endurance, stay active, and enjoy some quality time with your student during Family Weekend. Be sure to wear comfortable workout clothes and sneakers, and bring a water bottle and towel.

Registration is required. Your USF student must register on behalf of your family. Registration opens September 24 at 6PM.

3:30-7PM | Bulls Blitz (return rides start at the beginning of the 4th quarter)

Bulls Blitz offers transportation to home football games! Family members registered for Family Weekend can ride for free if they:

  • Have their Family Weekend wristband
  • Sign a non-liability waiver
  • Are accompanied by their USF student

7:30PM | Football Game vs. Temple

Admission to the football game is not included with Family Weekend registration and requires an additional ticket purchase. Registered Family Weekend guests receive access to a discounted ticket offer through the link provided in their registration email, and it is also available below!


Sunday Add-Ons

9AM-12PM | Family Adventure Climb

Advance registration is required to participate in the USF Challenge Course at Riverfront Park. Space is limited. Admission is $25 per person. On Sunday, there is only one available time slot to select: 9AM鈥�12PM.

Please plan accordingly, as the Challenge Course experience can take up to three hours to complete. Be sure to select the time slot that works best for your family when registering.

For questions or additional information, contact the USF Challenge Course at challengecourse@usf.edu.

10AM-1PM | Bingo & Brunch with USF Dining 

Family Weekend participants can enjoy brunch favorites at the Hub Dining Hall at a discounted rate while playing for the chance to win exciting prizes.

No additional registration is required.

10AM-5:30PM | Riverfront Park: Boating & Canoeing

Access to canoes, kayaks, and stand-up paddleboards is free for Family Weekend participants. No additional purchase is required. Equipment is available on a first-come, first-served basis and is subject to availability.

When you arrive, check in at the Boathouse and have your Family Weekend wristband ready.

1PM | Volleyball Game vs. Temple

Admission is free for Family Weekend participants! No additional purchase required. Bring your Family Weekend wristband to the ticket office outside the Yuengling Center and show it to receive your complimentary admission. Then head into The Corral and cheer on the Bulls as they take on Temple!

St. Petersburg Add-Ons

Community Experiences

Tampa Bay Rowdies Match

Discounted tickets are available for purchase below for the game on 10/3 against Miami FC. Kickoff is at 7:30PM. Additional purchase required. 

The Dal铆 Museum

Discounted admission is available to Family Weekend participants. Use code FAMILYDAY online at checkout or on-site for $5 off (up to 4 adult and senior tickets). Not valid on Dome. Additional purchase required.


Fraternity & Sorority Life Events

Many of our USF fraternities and sororities are hosting special events for members and their families throughout Family Weekend. Check out the events below to see what your student鈥檚 chapter has planned!

Sigma Pi 鈥� Parents Weekend Tailgate
馃搮 Saturday, October 3 | 2鈥�6 PM
馃搷 Student Lot 1
Tailgate with Sigma Pi members and their parents before the Temple game. Members and parents typically attend the game together afterward. This event is generally not open to other guests.
Alpha Delta Pi 鈥� House Tour
馃搮 Friday, October 2 | Time TBD
馃搷 Alpha Delta Pi Chapter House
Tour the Alpha Delta Pi chapter house and spend time with members and their families. The ADPi 1851 Shop will also be selling merchandise in the chapter room, with snacks and coffee available.
Alpha Delta Pi 鈥� Parents Weekend Brunch
馃搮
Sunday, October 4 | 12:30 PM
馃搷 American Social
Join Alpha Delta Pi members and their families for a special Parents Weekend brunch, including scholarship and academic awards.
Alpha Sigma Phi 鈥� Family & Alumni Weekend Tailgate
馃搮
Saturday, October 3 | 3:30 PM
馃搷 Lot 1
Celebrate Family Weekend with Alpha Sigma Phi members, families, and alumni at the chapter鈥檚 pregame tailgate.
Chi Omega 鈥� Family Weekend Brunch
馃搮
Saturday, October 3 | 10 AM鈥�1 PM
馃搷 Chi Omega Chapter House, Greek Village
Enjoy brunch with Chi Omega members and their families, featuring catered food, coffee, juice, and a photo booth.
Sigma Kappa 鈥� Welcome Dinner
馃搮
Friday, October 2 | 5鈥�7 PM
馃搷 Sigma Kappa House
Kick off Family Weekend with dinner and Sigma Kappa-themed games for members and their families.
Sigma Kappa 鈥� Family Weekend Lunch
馃搮
Saturday, October 3 | 12鈥�3 PM
馃搷 Sigma Kappa House
Enjoy lunch with Sigma Kappa members and their families before the football game.