Wooo Pig Weekend Set to Ignite Fayetteville with Pep Rally, Fireworks & Historic Matchup against Notre Dame
Razorback fans, get ready for a weekend like no other as Wooo Pig Weekend returns with three days packed full of events, excitement, and Razorback spirit. All of it leads up to a historic showdown between Arkansas and Notre Dame at Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium.
This special weekend invites fans of all ages to come together and celebrate what it means to call the Hogs, with events beginning on Friday, September 26, continuing through Saturday’s 11:00 a.m. kickoff against the Notre Dame Fighting Irish, and wrapping up on Sunday with Razorback Softball and Volleyball games.
Friday, September 26 – Tailgating, Baseball, Soccer, Volleyball, Community Pep Rally, Fireworks & More
Fans are invited to get the party started early with tailgating lots opening at 5:00 p.m., including Lot 300, which will be open for free Friday night tailgating. Fans are encouraged to come out early, set up an evening tailgate, and enjoy the atmosphere leading up to a special night of fun. Please note that Lot 300 must be vacated by midnight unless you have a gameday parking pass for the lot.
When setting up tailgate areas, fans are reminded to avoid occupying another attendee’s parking space or obstructing vehicle and pedestrian traffic. Sidewalks must remain unobstructed to ensure safe passage for pedestrians. Tailgating is permitted on the grassy areas located between parking stalls and sidewalks.
Razorback traditions will be on full display, beginning with the official live mascot Tusk making his ride around campus at 5:15 p.m. Then, at 8:00 p.m., Razorback Stadium will glow red, setting the tone for an exciting night of festivities.
Fans can also enjoy Big Red’s Friday Night from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. on the North End Zone Deck of Razorback Stadium. Admission is just $10 to experience the largest outdoor sports bar in college football. The evening will feature live music, complimentary popcorn, light concessions available for purchase, and a full selection of beer, wine, and ready-to-drink cocktails, all with a great view and Razorback atmosphere. Get your tickets now by clicking here.
The night builds up to a community-wide Pep Rally with the Razorback Cheerleaders, Dance Team, Mascots and Marching Band at 9:00 p.m. in Lot 300 outside the Frank Broyles Athletic Center located on the north side of Razorback Stadium. That will be followed by a Fireworks Show at 9:30 p.m., presented by the University of Arkansas Associated Student Government.
Fans are reminded to access Lot 300 for tailgate setups, the pep rally, and the fireworks display via Razorback Road or Stadium Drive, as Maple Street will be closed beginning at 6:00 p.m. for HogTown setup.
Additional Friday events include:
• Baseball Fall Classic at 6:00 p.m. (Free Admission)
• Big Red’s Friday Night at 6:00 p.m. ($10 admission)
• Soccer vs. Ole Miss at 6:30 p.m. and Volleyball vs. Ole Miss at 7:00 p.m. ($10 ticket grants entry to both matches)
• Razorback Hall of Honor Ceremony at 7:00 p.m. (Walton Arts Center)
Saturday, September 27 – Game Day: Arkansas Razorbacks vs. Notre Dame
Saturday brings the energy to a new level as Razorback Nation comes together for a historic matchup with Notre Dame. Tailgating lots open at 6:00 a.m., and HogTown on Maple Street, the official free pregame fan fest, opens at 7:00 a.m. The event will feature food trucks, a beer garden, sponsor activations, inflatables along with a live concert starting at 8:00 a.m. featuring Gone Country, a crowd-pleasing country cover band that brings classic and modern hits to life.
Fans won’t want to miss:
• 8:45 a.m.: HogTown Pep Rally
• 9:00 a.m.: Hog Walk featuring Coach Sam Pittman and the Razorback Football team (Lot 300)
• 10:40 a.m.: Tusk VI enters the stadium
• 10:45 a.m.: Razorback Marching Band Pregame Show
• 10:50 a.m.: National Anthem & Flyover featuring two U.S. Navy F/A-18F Superhornets
• 11:00 a.m.: Kickoff – Beat Notre Dame!
Following the game, fans are welcome to continue the celebration with postgame tailgating starting at 4:00 p.m. in designated areas.
Sunday, September 28 – Razorback Softball and Volleyball
To cap off the weekend, Razorback fans are invited to cheer on Razorback Softball at Bogle Park and Razorback Volleyball at Barnhill Arena.
Softball will host an intrasquad scrimmage at 1:00 p.m. with free admission for all fans. Then at 3:00 p.m., Razorback Volleyball takes on the LSU Tigers, with tickets starting at just $5.
This is a great opportunity to keep the energy going and support multiple Razorback programs as part of the Wooo Pig Weekend experience.
Don’t miss this unforgettable weekend of Razorback pride, spirit and game day tradition!
