What to do in Fort Worth during TCU Family Weekend

By Taylor Chronert, Staff Writer

Published Sep 11, 2024

Frog Fountain is a popular area to take photos.

During this year’s family weekend, TCU football will take on the University of Central Florida at Amon G. Carter on Sept. 14. To fill your time before Saturday’s 6:30 p.m. game, consider these activities.

One of the food items served at Yogi’s Deli and Grill. (TCU 360)

1. Brunch at Yogi’s Deli and Grill

Yogi’s Deli and Grill is a popular place TCU fans enjoy before a long day at the stadium. The deli is located on South Hulen Street in Fort Worth. Yogi’s is a casual restaurant featuring all-day breakfast and light lunch fare. This diner-themed restaurant also has multiple TVs, allowing you to keep up with the various college football games happening throughout the day.

The TCU women’s soccer team fights for possession of the ball at the Garvey-Rosenthal Soccer Stadium in Fort Worth, Texas, Aug. 29, 2024. (TCU 360/ Shane Manson)

2. Attend Other Sporting Events

Horned Frog football will not be the only TCU team playing over family weekend. The TCU volleyball team will play UCLA at home on Friday, Sept. 13, at 6:30 p.m. The TCU women’s soccer team is also playing at home on Sunday, Sept. 15, at 1:00 p.m. against Cal Poly. Make sure to get tickets beforehand by visiting TCU Athletics.

Downtown Fort Worth mixes its urban landscape with its historical, old-timey feel.(Garrett Cook/Staff Writer)

3. The Historic Fort Worth Stockyards

Be sure to check out the Fort Worth Stockyards! This historic venue’s restaurants and stores have a western flare. The area also has a booming nightlife. Every day at 11:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., the cattle drives make their way through the historic stockyards, claimed to be a Fort Worth must-see.

A TCU student and her family enjoying the TCU family tailgate at last year’s parent’s weekend. (TCU Instagram)

4. The TCU Parent and Family Program Tailgate

Every year during Family Weekend, TCU hosts a tailgate for all students and family members outside the football stadium. The tailgate includes catered buffet-style meals, non-alcoholic beverages, lawn games and much more. This tailgate is a great way for students and families to meet one another, alumni and others belonging to the TCU community.

You can find information, prices and tickets for the family tailgate online at TCU Family Weekend.

5. Kappa Alpha Theta 5K

Every year during TCU Family Weekend, Theta hosts their annual philanthropy event, Casa 5K. (TCU Theta)

On Sunday, Sept. 15, consider supporting a philanthropic cause by participating in Kappa Alpha Theta’s annual 5K. This event helps to raise money for CASA of Tarrant County, an organization that provides abused and neglected foster children with advocates in the foster system. This family-friendly philanthropy event allows families to support a good cause. The event is perfect for all ages to finish off the busy weekend. Information and registration can be found online at TCU Theta Casa 5K.

These are just five of the many things to do during this year’s family weekend. Go to TCU’s schedule of events to find out more about the events happening on campus during the Sept. 13 weekend.