Plan your weekend
Celebrate tradition. Connect with Mustangs. Make new memories.
Founders Day Weekend at º£½ÇÖ±²¥ is a vibrant annual celebration honoring the University’s beginnings – from its charter filed in 1911 to opening in 1915 – and bringing together students, alumni, faculty, staff, parents, and friends for a weekend of connection, tradition, and Mustang pride.
Some events require registration. As links are confirmed, we’ll add Register and Tickets buttons directly on the schedule pages.
Choose your day
Thursday, April 9
Students
Prospective students
All are welcome
Kick off the weekend with Peruna’s birthday celebration, plus a special tradition connecting seniors and young alumni.
View Thursday scheduleFriday, April 10
Alumni
Students
Families
Admitted student programming, alumni stories, networking, and a festive happy hour to end the day.
View Friday scheduleSaturday, April 11
Alumni
Entrepreneurs
All are welcome
Entrepreneur Summit, tennis, pre-party on the plaza, and the Signature Concert at Moody Coliseum.
View Saturday scheduleSunday, April 12
Families
Prospective students
Arts & culture
Student showcases, performances, and more ways to experience º£½ÇÖ±²¥ community and Mustang spirit.
View Sunday scheduleMonday, April 13
Admitted students
Families
Destination º£½ÇÖ±²¥ wraps up the weekend with an all-day admissions experience for admitted students and families.
View Monday scheduleAdmitted students: register now
Admitted Students Day and Lyle Admitted Students Day registration is available online.
Weekend highlights
Perunapalooza
Thursday, 1–4 p.m. Dallas Hall Lawn
Celebrate Peruna’s birthday with games, rides, activities, and carnival-inspired food. Hosted by Student Foundation. Open to current and prospective students and parents. No registration required.
View details on ThursdayInside º£½ÇÖ±²¥: Alumni Panel
Friday, 2:30–4 p.m. Oren Auditorium, Hughes-Trigg Student Center
A lively alumni panel featuring Mustangs across the decades sharing stories, memories, and Mustang spirit. Open to all. Registration coming soon.
View details on FridayInside º£½ÇÖ±²¥: Speed Networking
Friday, 4–5 p.m. 1911 Gallery, Hughes-Trigg Student Center
Networking opportunity for students and alumni after the Alumni Panel. Make connections and enjoy light refreshments before the Founders Day Weekend Happy Hour.
View details on FridayFounders Day Weekend Happy Hour
Friday, 5–7 p.m. Mack Ballroom
Light bites, great conversation, and Mustang spirit. Registration coming soon.
View details on FridayAlumni Entrepreneur Summit
Saturday, 8:30 a.m.–Noon º£½ÇÖ±²¥ Cox School of Business
Alumni-led panels, a Pitch Showcase, and an athletics-focused innovation session in partnership with the 1911 Group. Registration coming soon.
View details on SaturdaySignature Concert
Saturday, 7–11 p.m. Moody Coliseum
An exciting evening of live music and campus celebration, featuring student performers and a headlining artist reveal. Details coming soon.
View details on Saturday