Fall Family Weekend
Fall Family Weekend 2021
We are looking forward to inviting families back to campus this semester to visit with their student, get a taste of the UTC experience and cheer on the UTC Mocs vs. Western Carolina! Fall Family Weekend will take place on October 1st and 2nd with events happening on both days.
Registration for Fall Family Weekend closed on September 16th at 5 p.m. EST in order to give us enough time to prepare for the weekend.
Tickets to the UTC vs. Western Carolina are still available through the UTC Athletics website!
Can't attend Fall Family Weekend? Anytime is a great time to visit Chattanooga, however, try joining us at Homecoming, October 30th, 2021.
Fall Family Weekend Events
- Welcome Reception (Friday, October 1st 7 p.m. EST)
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Join us for our kick-off reception to welcome parents and families to campus. Enjoy a picnic and fun activities in the heart of campus, Chamberlain Field. You will also have the opportunity to network with other parents, UTC faculty, staff and administrators!
Price*: $35 per guest
*Please note, your UTC student is welcome to attend all events with you for no cost. All other guests will need to be registered for the event, and we ask that you indicate whether your UTC student will be in attendance with you when you register.
- Game Day Fun for UTC Mocs vs. Western Carolina (Saturday, October 2nd 12 p.m. EST)
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Enjoy the ultimate Mocs experience with our game day package, complete with a football ticket, Parent and Family Fall Family Weekend t-shirt, in-game meal voucher, fan gear and more!
Price*: $30 per guest
* Please note, students are admitted to all UTC athletic events for free. For UTC Football, students must first reserve their free ticket through gomocs.com before arriving at the game. Students will be asked to present the ticket on their mobile device or printed copy for admission.
Refund Policy
In order to receive a full refund for any event/program sponsored by the UTC Parent & Family Association, a written refund request must be submitted via email to [email protected] no later than two weeks prior to the start of the program (All refunds for Fall Family Weekend must be requested by September 16th at 5 p.m. EST.). No requests will be accepted in person or via telephone. Refund requests should include the following information:
- Participant’s Name
- Event/Program Name
- Event/Program Date
- Reason for no longer attending
- Amount to be refunded
- Name of payee being reimbursed (if different from Participant)
- UTC ID (if participant is a student)
Approved refunds are processed within 7-10 business days of approval. Requests made after the two week deadline will not be accepted due to ordering of food, supplies, etc. If a participant fails to attend their registered event, no refund is given.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Where should we stay while in Chattanooga?
If you are traveling in from out of town for the weekend, please visit Chattanooga Fun for further details on local hotel options close to campus. Be sure to ask if the hotel offers a UTC discount!
Do young children need a ticket to attend the football game?
Children two (2) or older must have a ticket to attend the football, per UTC Athletics policy.
What is the dress code?
The dress code is casual for all events during the weekend.
What forms of payment are accepted?
We currently accept any credit or debit card with a MasterCard, Visa, or American Express logo. No cash or check payments are accepted.
What is the bag policy at Finley Stadium?
Only one clear plastic bag no larger than 12 inches by 6 inches by 12 inches or a one-gallon, clear, resealable plastic storage bag per person. Fans can have a small clutch purse not to exceed 4.5 inches by 6.5 inches. Click HERE to view examples.
No other bags allowed inside Finley Stadium. All items, including clear bags and clutch purses, are subject to search at the gates. No items can be left or stored at the gates.
What other items can we bring in the stadium?
Fans can bring the following items inside athletic venues, provided they meet the size requirement:
- Cushions or seats without arms or pockets
- Small bags with medically necessary items, subject to search
- Diapers and non-medically necessary items for babies and young children should be in a clear bag. An infant/child must accompany a diaper bag
- Small cameras, cell phones and binoculars