Tennessee Saturday Night
Where are you spending your first Saturday night of the school year? The right answer is the Student Union for a welcome event from the Division of Student Life.
All students are welcome.
August 15, 2026
7-10 p.m.
Come on down to 21st Mortgage Plaza at the Student Union and immerse yourself in the excitement of Tennessee Saturday Night! Enter from the Pedestrian Walkway and grab a free t-shirt while supplies last. The atmosphere will be buzzing with energy, thanks to food trucks offering delicious treats and live music from DJs, including Sterl the Pearl.
The Student Union will be a hub of entertainment and activities. Explore different areas and enjoy interactive games and activities. Keep an eye out for Smokey the mascot, ready for selfies. For a more relaxed vibe, a sensory room and low-intensity activities will offer spaces to chill.
As the evening winds down, head back to 21st Mortgage Plaza for a spectacular fireworks send-off and drone show. Don’t miss this unforgettable celebration revving up for a great year on Rocky Top!
Activities
From zip lining to painting and everything in between, students are able to create a tailored evening suited to their own personalities and interests, all while accessing information and meeting fellow students and staff members from the Division of Student Life. Take a look at the list of activities.
Custom Creations
- Caricatures
- Custom decals
- Hair tinsel
- License plates
- Subway art
- Plushies with shirts
Games
- Axe throwing
- Casino games
- Dodgeball
- Game room
- Hungry Hippos inflatable
- Glow-in-the-dark mini golf
- Laser tag
- Zip line
Photo Ops
- Balloon wind dome
- Drone show
- Fireworks
- Selfie station
- Smokey mascot
- TN Saturday Night sign
Relaxed Activities
- Billiards
- Painting room
- Ping pong
- Rotating TV shows
- Sensory room
- Video games
Free Food
Candy bar | Coca-Cola slushies | Food trucks | And more!
Prizes
From tech gadgets to game-day tickets, the prize lineup has something for everyone. Whether you are dreaming of a YETI cooler or an authentic Tennessee football helmet, you will find a variety of prizes available to win.
- Mini-Fridge
- Hatch alarm clock
- YETI Hopper M15
- Pair of Student Vol Basketball tickets (3 winners)
- Pair of Student Football tickets (3 winners)
- Pair of Student Lady Vol Basketball tickets (3 winners)
- Football signed by Coach Heupel
- Basketball signed by Coach Caldwell
- Basketball signed by Coach Barnes
- Authentic Tennessee football helmet
- Football jersey
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