Updates

Good news, Ags; the Aggie Park Kickoff Concert will resume at approximately 8:55 p.m.! Max Stalling '89 will go on first and Robert Earl Keen will follow. The show is back on!

[Friday 7:37 p.m.] Due to a threat of severe weather, the Aggie Park Kickoff Concert activities are suspended for at least 30 minutes (starting at 7:21 p.m.) and until 30 minutes after lightning strikes in the area cease.

If a decision is made to resume concert activities, announcements will be made at the stage, on @AggieNetwork Twitter and at tx.ag/AggieParkConcertUpdate.

[Friday 3:58 p.m.] We're advised there's still pre-paid parking available in the Stallings Garage next to the Texas A&M Hotel, and that there is $5 cash-only event parking in the West Campus Garage, Lot 60 and Lot 61.

[Friday 11:36 a.m.] Remember, umbrellas can't be used during the concert: Find all the info about what to bring and NOT bring at tx.ag/AggieParkConcertFAQ. Parking information is also at that link! Light showers won’t halt events, but if severe weather develops, check back here (link: tx.ag/AggieParkConcertUpdate) or check @AggieNetwork on Twitter. 

[Thursday 2:23 p.m.] Questions coming to our front desk: "I RSVPed to the concert but haven't received a ticket; what should I do?" No worries - you did it right! There won't be a ticket, either print or digital. Your RSVP has helped us gauge possible crowd size to help estimate the need for water stations, restrooms and event staff, and we are grateful to you for RSVPing!

[Thursday 1:08 p.m.] Two campus flyovers scheduled for Saturday: Details here.

IMPORTANT: If you go from the Aggie Park Kickoff Concert straight to Midnight Yell, be aware that Kyle Field has a clear bag policy and that you won’t be able to leave items like chairs or coolers in the park during Yell – they will be thrown away as the park is cleared for the next morning's events. You may want to store such items in a  vehicle before you head to Yell!

Food/drink/parking/what to bring: tx.ag/AggieParkConcertFAQ

FAQ FOR AGGIE PARK CONCERT AND EVENTS

This weekend, The Association of Former Students will turn over Aggie Park to Texas A&M University – a gift to shape campus life for generations to come.

The first event will be Friday's free Aggie Park Kickoff Concert featuring Robert Earl Keen '78. We are watching the weather: Light showers won’t halt events, but if severe weather develops, check @AggieNetwork on Twitter and tx.ag/AggieParkConcertUpdate.

Here is a guide to attending the weekend's events. Have a great time, and let's BTHO Sam Houston State! 

Food/drink/parking/what to bring: tx.ag/AggieParkConcertFAQ

Friday: Concert and Midnight Yell

There will be food and non-alcoholic beverage sales 5:45-9:30 p.m., plus free hydration stations, near Kyle Field in Lot 48.

IMPORTANT: If you go from the concert straight to Midnight Yell, be aware that Kyle Field has a clear bag policy and that you won’t be able to leave items like chairs or coolers in the park during Yell – they will be thrown away as the park is cleared for the next morning's events. You may want to store such items in a  vehicle before you head to Yell!

Concert details: Gates open 5:15 p.m.; music 6-11 p.m.

The concert will take place at The Stage in Aggie Park, with an all-Aggie lineup: Julianna Rankin ’18, The Barn Dogs (Classes of '23-'25), Max Stalling ’89 and Robert Earl Keen '78, a Distinguished Alumnus of Texas A&M, in his last Aggieland appearance as he bids farewell to touring this year.

Saturday: Dedication and March-In

At 9 a.m., The Association will officially hand over Aggie Park to Texas A&M in a ceremony at The Stage in Aggie Park which will include a flyover, ribbon-cutting, the Parsons Mounted Cavalry cannon and more. This will conclude with the Corps of Cadets marching for the first time across the new Plank Bridge en route to Kyle Field as part of the football gameday March-In.

Other Saturday events in Aggie Park:

• The new Moore Family Creamery will be open 9 a.m.-4 p.m., serving Blue Bell ice cream, milkshakes and more.

• Tailgating will be taking place throughout the park, including the Young Alumni Weekend tailgate for the Classes of 2012-2022.

• All-Aggie Hullabaloo on the Haynes Ring Plaza 9-11 a.m. will feature free food and drinks, a DJ and local vendors to check out before kickoff.

• Two flyovers by four Marine helicopters (with two Aggie pilots!) - one flyover above Aggie Park circa 9:35 a.m. for the Aggie Park dedication, and one closer to 10:50 a.m. above Kyle Field before kickoff of the Texas A&M vs. Sam Houston State.

Making these events possible

Aggie Park was developed entirely as a private project and gift to the university, using no university funds. Donors have given $36 million so far to create this enduring gift for the entire Aggie Network to enjoy year-round. It was envisioned as an "outdoor MSC" with spaces to study, relax and gather.

The Aggie Park Kickoff Concert is free thanks to sponsors led by Southwest Airlines, the Office of Texas A&M University System Chancellor John Sharp ’72, the Office of Texas A&M President M. Katherine Banks, and Bob ’85 and Kelly ’86 Jordan. 

The Association of Former Students led the park's development and coordinated the concert. Every year, The Association supports hundreds of thousands of Aggies with programs and services for current and former students. Learn how to plug into your Aggie Network!