Holiday Spectacular
‘Tis the Season, Tigers!
We are getting into the holiday spirit with LSU Holiday Spectacular on Tuesday, November 28. With events open to friends and family, start your day in the LSU Student Union with Deck the Halls and then come back for the Holiday on Campus celebration with Staff Senate. Join the LSU community for the LSU Tree Lighting event before students head over to the President's Late-Night Breakfast. Come early to take photos with the Coca-Cola Santa truck on Tower Drive at 6 p.m.
2023 Schedule of Events
Deck the Union Halls
Decorate the LSU Student Union Lobby tree with us and have a warm drink while you're
at it! LSU Dining and LSU Auxiliary Services are partnering up again to give you another
Student Union fun filled event, only this time we're Decking the Union Halls! Cookie
decorating, hot cider & cocoa, ornament decorating, candy cane encouragements, and
more.
Tuesday, November 28
11a.m.–2 p.m.
LSU Student Union Lobby
33rd Annual Holiday on Campus
Hosted by LSU Staff Senate
Holiday on Campus is an event geared toward the children of LSU staff, faculty and
students. There will be arts and crafts, games, free food, photos with Santa and Mrs.
Claus and much more. This is a free event, however, we encourage guests to bring a
non-perishable food donation for the LSU Food Pantry and/or a new toy (unwrapped)
for donation to the OLOL Childrens Hospital and/or Diapers for the Diaper Drive hosted
by the Junior League of Baton Rouge.
This event would not be possible without the support of our sponsors, including the
LSU Office of the President, LSU Alumni Association, LSU Auxiliary Services, LSU Dining,
Tiger Athletic Foundation, and Campus Federal Credit Union.
Tuesday, November 28
6–8 p.m.
LSU Student Union Lobby
Coca-Cola Santa Truck
Come out and take Holiday photos with Coca-Cola's Santa Truck
Tuesday, November 28
6–8 p.m.
Tower Drive
LSU Holiday Tree Lighting Event
Hosted by Campus Life
Get into the spirit of the season at our Holiday Tree Lighting event! Join us for
some fun holiday experiences, including a mechanical reindeer, hot chocolate, and
snow falling on Tower Drive! The event will begin with our annual tree lighting ceremony
at 7:30 p.m. and continue until 9:30 p.m. leading up to the President’s Late-Night
Breakfast.
Tuesday, November 28
7:30–9:30 p.m.
Free Speech Circle and Tower Drive
President’s Late-Night Breakfast
Breakfast will take place at both dining halls. Our theme this semester will be “Winter
ONEderland” so feel free to wear your best championship gear, festive hats or earmuffs!
You do not have to live on campus or have a dining meal plan to attend - just come
hungry!
Tuesday, November 28
10 p.m. to Midnight
The 459 Commons and The 5 Dining Hall
Other Holiday Happenings on Campus
Hosted by Biological Engineering Student Organization
Join BESO students as they sell Southside Produce’s sweet potatoes and rice for their
annual fundraiser at Highland Road & South Stadium Drive.
November 13-17 & 20 | 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
November 22 | 8 a.m.-12 p.m.
Corner of Highland Road and South Stadium Drive
Hosted by LSU Student Government, Parking and Transportation Services, and LSU Family
Association LSU Student Government, Parking and Transportation Services, and the LSU
Family Association are excited to collaborate once again to sponsor a Thanksgiving
Break shuttle program to and from the New Orleans airport.
Departing: November 20, 21, & 22
Returning: November 26
Visit lsu.edu/holidayshuttle for shuttle dates, times, and costs
Hosted by LSU Dining
Open to the entire LSU community, The Club at Union Square hosts a holiday buffet
with delicious entrées, tasty desserts, and more! The perfect place to gather for
a little holiday cheer! Cost is $11.36* plus tax per person. The Club at Union Square
accepts cash, credit, debit, Tiger Cash, and Paw Points. For questions, email catering@lsu.edu or call 225-578-2356.
Tuesday, November 21
11 a.m.-2 p.m.
The Club at Union Square
Hosted by College of Music and Dramatic Arts
The LSU College of Music & Dramatic Arts and LSU School of Music are excited to ring
in the holiday season with the return of our annual Candlelight Concert! Join the
LSU A Cappella Choir, LSU Tiger Glee Club, and LSU Chorale for a festive and celebratory
performance featuring holiday music, spirituals, and more. The event is $18 for general
admission and $11 for students K-12 and up. Purchase tickets here.
Thursday, November 30
7:30 p.m.
St. Joseph Cathedral
401 Main Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70802
LSU Rural Life Museum
Ring in the Christmas season with a 19th century Louisiana celebration. Musical groups,
demonstrating artisans, storytellers, and costumed re-enactors will be present to
set the holiday mood. The event will conclude with a bonfire and a very special guest.
Cost for this event is $12 for individuals 12 and older, $10 for children ages 4-11,
and free admission for children 3 years and younger. Purchase tickets here.
Sunday, December 3
10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Visit lsu.edu/rurallife for more details
Hosted by LSU Dining
Open to the entire LSU community, The Club at Union Square hosts a holiday buffet
with delicious entrées, tasty desserts, and more! The perfect place to gather for
a little holiday cheer! Cost is $11.36* plus tax per person. The Club at Union Square
accepts cash, credit, debit, Tiger Cash, and Paw Points. For questions, email catering@lsu.edu or call 225-578-2356.
December 6-7
11 a.m.–2 p.m. Daily
The Club at Union Square
Hosted by LSU Student Government, Parking and Transportation Services, and LSU Family
Association LSU Student Government, Parking and Transportation Services, and the LSU
Family Association are excited to collaborate once again to sponsor a Winter Break
shuttle program to and from the New Orleans airport.
Departing: December 8, 9, & 10
Returning: January 13, 14, & 15
Visit lsu.edu/holidayshuttle for shuttle dates, times, and costs
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