October 20, 2026
Dear Neighbors,
Homecoming week is here, and we hope you’ll join the celebration! Enjoy Friday’s parade and Frog Fest before TCU takes on West Virginia at 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 24. Below, you’ll find event details, parking and traffic reminders, and the latest news from campus.
Please share this update with your residents, neighbors and others who may find it helpful.
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Homecoming Parade | Friday, Oct. 23 at 5:30 p.m.
Join us along Stadium Drive for TCU’s Homecoming Parade! Neighbors are invited to celebrate with students, alumni and the campus community as we kick off homecoming weekend.
What neighbors should know:
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- Parade route & viewing: The parade begins on Bellaire Drive North near Lot 7, turns north onto Stadium Drive, then turns west onto West Cantey Street, ending near the Ranch Management building. Neighbors may gather along either side of Stadium Drive beginning at 5 p.m. to watch the parade, which starts at 5:30 p.m.
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Parking: Visitor parking opens after 4 p.m. in Lots 1, 3, 4, 5, 6 and 7. Lots 2 and 14 will be closed for parade staging. Please avoid reserved spaces.
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Temporary lot closures: Lots 1, 3, 5, 6 and 7 will temporarily close beginning at 5:15 p.m. and reopen as the parade passes. Arrive early and plan to stay until access resumes.
- Clear bag policy: TCU’s clear bag policy will be in effect.
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After the parade: Keep the celebration going at Frog Fest at the Brown-Lupton University Union and Campus Commons, 2901 Stadium Drive. This family-friendly event features games, activities, giveaways, food trucks and live music from TCU alumnus Gage Gardiner. Festivities begin immediately after the parade and continue until 8:30 p.m.
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TCU vs West Virginia | Saturday, Oct. 24 at 11 a.m.
The Horned Frogs return to Amon G. Carter Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 24, for an 11 a.m. kickoff against West Virginia. We’re excited to welcome fans back to campus and appreciate our neighbors’ patience as we host another busy game day.
What neighbors should know:
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Game week preparations: Band rehearsals, sound checks and other preparations will take place leading into Saturday.
- Parking and traffic: Parking lots will open five hours before kickoff, at 6 a.m., and close 90 minutes after the game. Stadium Drive, between North Bellaire Drive and West Cantey Street, will close at 5 a.m. and remain closed until 30 minutes after the game ends.
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Possible Flyover: A pregame flyover is still being determined. If one takes place, neighbors may hear aircraft noise shortly before kickoff.*
- Fireworks: Fireworks will be especially noticeable following Horned Frog touchdowns and may also occur during pregame activities, halftime and after the game.
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We appreciate our neighbors’ patience and support as we welcome fans to campus for some Horned Frog football.
See the full football schedule
*Weather and contingency permitting
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