Home Football Weekends in Oxford

For visitors, locals and Ole Miss students, fall is arguably the best time of year in Oxford, Mississippi.

And it came as no surprise when ESPN recently named Oxford as the best college town in the nation. Though cooler temps and leaves changing colors are nice features, the star of the show is football and what that entails.

Are You Ready?

Thursday

  • Welcome to Oxford, MS!
  • Check out Thacker Mountain Radio Hour – Oxford’s live radio show featuring weekly author readings and musical performances!
  • Head over to our events page for more events throughout the weekend
Two musicians perform during the Thacker Mountain Radio Hour

Friday

  • The Grove closes at 5:30 p.m. and reopens at 6:00 p.m. to allow tailgaters to start their set up – it’s the running of the tents!
  • Head downtown and check out some of the amazing food from local restaurants.
  • Looking for live music? Check out Proud Larry’s for their schedule!
  • After dinner, check out all of the exciting nightlife that Oxford offers!
The packed Grove for a home football game.

Saturday

  • Be sure and check out rules and regulations for tailgating and stadium policies.
  • Need a ride to campus? The O.U.T. buses are running two FREE gameday shuttles- one from the downtown parking garage and one from the Jackson Avenue Center.
  • Head to the Grove for tailgating
  • Be at the Walk of Champions two hours prior to kickoff to watch the Ole Miss Rebels walk through the Grove to the stadium!

Sunday

  • Enjoy brunch at one of the many restaurants on the Square
  • Take advantage of retailers who are open on Sunday- check stores’ socials for the most up to date info!
  • Take a stroll around Rowan Oak before heading out of town
  • Snap a selfie at the Greetings from Oxford mural
A group of six people pose in front of the Greetings from Oxford mural in Oxford, MS
For More: Check Out our Video on a Football Weekend Guide on Oxford, MS