Traveling to Sacramento for Family Weekend? We encourage families to book accommodations early, as Homecoming Weekend is a popular time to visit. The following hotels are conveniently located near Sacramento State.

Discounted accommodations are available at the hotels below. Click the hotel name to access the special Family Weekend booking rate:

Hampton Inn & Suites Sacramento at CSUS

Home2 Suites

We recommend making your reservation as early as possible to secure your preferred accommodations.

Time: 6 p.m.
Location: Mount Whitney Conference Room

Kick off Hornet Family Weekend with a fun-filled Double Feature Movie Night! Bring the whole family for an evening of movies, cotton candy, popcorn, free snacks, games, and quality time together. Enjoy a special screening of *Mortal Kombat* while connecting with fellow Hornet families and kicking off Homecoming Weekend!

This event is free and open to all families!

View Event Location – Campus Map

Purchase a Daily Parking Pass

Time: 3 p.m.
Location: Parking Lot 8, near the Alumni Center

Get ready to celebrate Homecoming with your Hornet family! Join the Parents & Families Program for an afternoon of free food, music, games, and family-friendly activities. Connect with fellow families, students, alumni, and the Sac State community while enjoying the Homecoming festivities and showing off your Hornet pride!

Whether you're joining us for the tailgate or getting ready to cheer on the Hornets at the football game, there's something for everyone to enjoy.

The Family Tailgate Experience is FREE and open to all families. No RSVP is required!

Optional Reserved Tailgate Parking:

Families who would like a designated tailgate parking space for their vehicle may purchase a reserved parking pass. This is optional and is not required to attend the free Family Tailgate Experience.

Find the Family Tailgate – Campus Map

Purchase Reserved Tailgate Parking

Purchase Discounted Family Football Tickets

Time: 9 - 10:30 a.m.
Location: The Servery (On-Campus Dining)

Join us for a warm and celebratory farewell brunch as we wrap up Family Weekend together. Enjoy a delicious meal hosted by the Parents & Families Program and Campus Life while reflecting on the weekend's memories and connecting with other Hornet families. Learn about the many ways to stay engaged and support your student's success throughout the year, then test your knowledge with a fun family trivia game for a chance to win exclusive Sac State swag. Leave feeling informed, connected, and excited for the year ahead.

RSVP for the Family Farewell R&B Brunch

View Brunch Location – Campus Map