Hours
Find the Student Union hours here before you visit, including any holiday or special schedule changes.
Academic Year Hours
Monday-Thursday: 7 a.m. – 10 p.m.
Friday: 7 a.m. – 11 p.m.
Saturday: 7 a.m. – 10 p.m.
Sunday: 10 a.m. – 10 p.m.
Student Union facility hours follow the academic calendar and adjust as needed. View the Special Hours and Closures section below to verify hours during semester breaks, holidays, and commencement.
The Student Union follows university administrative closures. Weather-related delays or class cancellations do not automatically affect Student Union hours.
In the event of inclement weather, several university facilities will be closed. Please check the university’s Public Safety website for additional information.
University Break Hours
Monday – Friday: 7 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Saturday – Sunday: Closed
| Summer Break | May 18 – August 14, 2026 |
The Student Union follows university administrative closures. Weather-related delays or class cancellations do not automatically affect Student Union hours.
In the event of inclement weather, several university facilities will be closed. Please check the university’s Public Safety website for additional information.
Football Gameday Hours
On UT football gamedays, the Cumberland Avenue side of the building closes at kick-off. The VolShop entrance facing Philip Fulmer Way opens at 7 a.m. and will remain open to the end of the game.
On UT football gamedays, all main entrances open at 7 a.m. The only entrance to remain open after kickoff is below the pedestrian bridge.
Note: VolShop and VolDining hours vary on gamedays. Check the VolShop website and VolDining website for specific hours.
Special Hours and Closures
| Dates | Hours |
|---|---|
| August 18, 2025 | 7 a.m. – 10 p.m. |
| August 30 – 31, 2025 | Closed |
| October 4 – 5, 2025 | Closed |
| December 12, 2025 | 7 a.m. – 6 p.m. |
| December 14, 2025 | Closed |
| December 31, 2025 | 7 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. |
| January 2 – 4, 2026 | Closed |
| January 10 – 11, 2026 | Closed |
| January 17 – 19, 2026 | Closed |
| March 7 – 8, 2026 | Closed |
| March 14 – 15, 2026 | Closed |
| April 3 – 5, 2026 | Closed |
| May 6 – 8, 2026 | 10 a.m. – 10 p.m. |
| May 16, 2026 | 7 a.m. – 6 p.m. |
| May 17, 2026 | 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. |
| May 23 – 24, 2026 | Closed |
| July 3, 2026 | Closed |
| August 15, 2026 | 7 a.m. – 10 p.m. |
The Student Union follows university administrative closures. Weather-related delays or class cancellations do not automatically affect Student Union hours.
In the event of inclement weather, several university facilities will be closed. Please check the university’s Public Safety website for additional information.
Administration Offices and Retail Hours
Hours for individual offices and retail operations, such as dining locations and the VolShop, may vary.
In the event of inclement weather, several university facilities will be closed. Please check the university’s Public Safety website for additional information.