Arkansas Razorbacks vs.
LSU Tigers
Arkansas Razorbacks vs. LSU Tigers
The Hogs and Tigers are giving us plenty of reasons to gather ’round the table (and the gridiron) this Thanksgiving weekend. After twelve long years apart, the Battle for the Golden Boot returns to its rightful place as the regular season finale. Since 1996, these border-state rivals have fought for this four-foot-tall, 200-pound slab of 24-karat gold.
Crisp autumn air, the first weekend of Fayetteville's holiday lights festival, and college football’s heaviest, most beautifully gaudy trophy on the line. Bring your appetite for high-stakes SEC football, because this late-November classic is a feast you won't want to miss.
LSU Tigers
First meeting in 1901, the Battle for the Golden Boot became an annual, high-stakes regular-season finale when Arkansas joined the SEC in 1992. The famous four-foot gold trophy itself has been on the line every year since 1996. LSU holds the series edge, but this rivalry has produced some of the most dramatic finishes on the Hogs' schedule, including a legendary 2007 triple-overtime win in Baton Rouge over a top-ranked Tiger squad that went on to win it all.
Razorback Trailgating Guide
With ample parking available in Downtown Fayetteville, plan to join in on the gameday festivities with an all new "Trailgating" experience and spirited Fan Parade to the stadium.
Trailgating
- What:
- Pedestrian fan parade
- Where:
- Upper Ramble to Razorback Stadium (via Razorback Greenway & Maple St.)
- When:
- Two hours before kickoff
The best route to campus isn't a road. Trailgating is a brand-new gameday experience, designed for fans on foot, that turns downtown parking areas and garages into gateways for an energized walk to campus. Start at the Upper Ramble downtown and join a massive wave of Razorback faithful marching along a pedestrian path all the way to HogTown.
Perfectly timed with the pre-game clock, this under-a-mile pedestrian path—following the Razorback Greenway and heading west along Maple Street past Sorority Row—lets you ditch the stadium traffic completely. Simply park in one of downtown Fayetteville’s public lots or garages, grab a to-go drink in the Outdoor Refreshment Area (ORA), and support local restaurants as you march alongside thousands of fellow fans straight into HogTown for live music, food trucks, and the Hog Walk right outside the North Endzone.
HogTown Pregame Festival
- What:
- The ultimate free pregame block party
- Where:
- Maple Street, just north of the stadium
- When:
- Four hours before kickoff
Welcome to HogTown: free, fun, and located conveniently between you and your seat. Located just north of the stadium between Razorback Road and Stadium Drive, it’s the ultimate pregame block party where the community comes together to get loud and proud, starting four hours before kickoff.
HogTown packs everything you love about a football Saturday into one spot: Live music, local food trucks, a beer garden, and a big screen showing wall-to-wall college football. The celebration also features beloved traditions like pep rallies, meeting live mascot Tusk VII, and the Hog Walk.
Gameday Parking
Parking near Razorback Stadium in Fayetteville is straightforward once you know the lay of the land. Campus lots within ½ mile are reserved for season ticket holders, but between garages, free downtown spots, and the Trailgating route, you've got options.
Payment to park can be made through Pay Stations, located throughout downtown, or with a smartphone using the convenient ParkMobile app.
Note: Pay Stations will accept pre-payments prior to enforcement hours. Pre-payment will register time during the hours of enforcement for the amount requested.
Free Free Saturday Parking (First-Come, First-Served)
- Downtown On-Street Meters
- Downtown Surface Parking Lots
- West Mountain Street Municipal Lot
- West Meadow Street Municipal Lot
- Secondary On-Street Parking Free until 6pm
Paid Paid Garages & Decks
- Spring Street Parking Garage Univ. promoted $10/day
- West Avenue Parking Garage Univ. promoted $10/day
- Harmon Avenue Parking Garage $25/day
- Town Center Parking Deck $4/day
- Meadow Street Municipal Parking Deck $3–$4/day
- Central United Methodist Church Parking Deck $5/day
- School Avenue Surface Parking Lots $0.50–$1/hour
- West Avenue Surface Parking Lots $0.50–$1/hour
- Gregg Avenue Parking Lot $0.75–$1/hour
- Bakery Parking Lots $1–$3/hour
- Core On-Street Parking $1–$1.50/hour
Accessible Parking
- To support public parking and visitors with accessibility needs, the University operates Gameday shuttle pickups beginning 3 hours prior to kickoff that run from the Walton Arts Center to the stadium. Shuttles run continuously throughout the game and continue postgame until no longer needed.
Know Before You Go: Razorback Stadium
Making the trip up from Baton Rouge? We promise a warm Fayetteville welcome, even to fans sporting purple and gold. Here's what to know before you walk through the gates, like the bag policy, what to bring, what to leave behind, and how to find your way around.
What You Can Bring
Clear bags (12" x 6" x 12" or smaller)
Small clutch purses (4.5" x 6.5" or smaller)
One-gallon clear zip-lock style bags
Empty, clear plastic water bottles (20 oz or less)
Binoculars & cameras without cases/detachable lenses
Travel-size sunscreen, rain ponchos
What to Leave Behind
Artificial noisemakers (bells, whistles, horns)
Non-clear bags of any kind
Umbrellas (ponchos recommended instead)
Outside food or beverages
Cans, thermoses, aluminum bottles, weapons
Laser pointers, drones, poles, selfie sticks, strollers
Gates & Entry
Gates open 90 minutes before kickoff. Mobile ticketing only — have your app ready. Box Office & Ticket Resolution at Gate 1 (North) and Gate 16 (South). Re-entry is not permitted.
Accessibility
Accessible seating available in all sections. Accessible parking in Lot 56 and Baum East with free shuttle service. Elevators available inside the stadium. Service animals welcome.
Fuel Up Near Razorback Stadium
Gamedays run on good food, and a 3:15 p.m. kickoff is the sweet spot for a full day of knock-your-hog-hat-off food — a big pre-game breakfast, plenty of tailgating time, and a celebratory dinner after the final whistle.
Sip, Stroll & Explore (ORA)
Fayetteville's Outdoor Refreshment Area (ORA) lets you take your drink to go through downtown. Grab a cup from a participating spot and stroll the streets. Check out the Fayetteville ORA Guide to map out your pre-game route.
Where to Stay for a Razorback Game
Staying downtown gives you the best of both worlds: plenty of local restaurants and shops to explore, plus an easy walk (or Trailgate!) to the stadium on game day. If you prefer to be even closer to the on-field action, look for hotel options nestled right next to campus or the Dickson Street area.
Getting to Fayetteville
Map your trip by land or air and get straight to the game day action.
Your Pre- & Post-Game Plan
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Around Town This Weekend
Lights of the Ozarks
Downtown Square · 5:00 PM - 1:00 AM Nightly
Jersey Boys
Walton Arts Center · Various Times
Lights of the Ozarks Parade
Downtown Square · 5:00 - 9:00PM
Fayetteville for Tiger Fans
See the Season's First Sparkle
Fayetteville's holiday season kicks off with Lights of the Ozarks the Friday before Thanksgiving, when the Square lights up each evening from 5:00 pm to 1:00 am. Expect twinkle lights, live music, hot cocoa, and local vendors.
Early Holiday Gift Hunting
From handmade goods to local boutiques to the odd antique treasure, Fayetteville's shopping rewards a little wandering. It’s the ultimate place to score a one-of-a-kind gift for that special someone, even if that special someone is actually you.
Coffee, Classics & Campus Wandering
Channel your inner Rory Gilmore in a city that truly embraces coffee culture and college town charm. Grab a seasonal drink from a local café, then head to the historic Dickson Street Bookshop to lose yourself in towering stacks of vintage pages or take a walk through the U of A campus.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yeah, we know. It's a long-haul road trip. But for the dedicated Tiger faithful, no distance is too far when the Golden Boot is on the line.
Prefer to fly? Skip the highway and catch a connection from Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport (BTR), or make the quick drive to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) and fly straight into Northwest Arkansas National Airport (XNA), just 30 minutes north of Fayetteville.
Ready to make it an unforgettable Saturday Down South?
Get your tickets, book your hotel, and start planning the perfect Razorback weekend — all from right here.