Piratepalooza

Schedule

SATURDAY, APril 25, 2026
12:00 p.m.

Student Parade

Start the day on Wesleyan Street as our students showcase their Pirate pride and creativity. 

Wesleyan Street

12:00 - 2:00 p.m. Festival

Entertainment & Food: 

  • Hoodoo Crawfish
  • Fried Oreos, drumsticks, brisket sandwiches, and more! 
  • DJ
  • Country Line Dancing
  • Glitter Tattoo Artist
  • Airbrush Artist
  • Strolling Juggler
  • Stilt Walkers
  • Strolling Magician
  • Photo Booth
  • Tropical Bird

*Vegetarian options available.

Maker’s Fair:

McCombs Campus Center Parking Lot
9:00 p.m. Movie Night on the Mall

Wrap up the day on the Academic Mall with a screening of the award-winning film Sinners, complete with popcorn and refreshments.

Hosted by the Student Government Association.

Academic Mall

Festival Food & Drinks: 

  • All festival food is free for faculty, staff, and students–just show your Pirate Card! Please stop by the check-in booth upon arrival to pick up your food wristband.
  • 1 free alcoholic drink will be available for students 21+ (additional drinks available for purchase) . Stop by the check-in booth to pick up your drink wristband. ID required. 
  • For all other guests, see pricing below. Please note this is a cashless event.
    • $15 Non Faculty/Staff
    • $8 Children 8 and Under