WKU Events
Wednesday, October 30th
- Time: All Day
Día De los Muertos and Hispanic Heritage Celebration
- Time: All Day
This competitive juried exhibition showcases a selection
of work in a variety of media created by students in the
WKU Department of Art & Design.
- Location: HCIC 1001
- Time: 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Walk-in advising with a Global Learning Advisor to cover:
- Learning about study abroad and other global learning program options and how to choose the right program for YOU
- Defining your global learning goals (academic, professional, and personal) and narrowing down programs to match those goals
- Navigating the study abroad process
- Starting your funding plan
- Connecting to more resources
- Location: WKU South Lawn
- Time: 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Award-winning rapper Flo Rida will perform a free, pregame concert on Wednesday, October 30, prior to WKU's home football game vs. Kennesaw State.
The one-hour concert will begin at 5 p.m. with kickoff set for 6:30 p.m. at Houchens Industries-L.T. Smith Stadium. South Lawn will open at 2:30 p.m. for the concert festivities and space is available on a first-come basis. Pop-up tents for tailgating will be permitted on the perimeter of lower South Lawn, but space in the middle will be reserved and left open for those to enjoy the concert.
CONCERT/GAMEDAY TIMELINE
- 2:30 PM - South Lawn available for concert attendees and tailgating
- 4:10 PM - Topper Walk
- 5:00 PM – Flo Rida concert
- 6:30 PM - Kickoff vs. Kennesaw State
Policies at the concert will mirror those inside Houchens Industries-L.T. Smith Stadium on gameday. For a full list of gameday policies, CLICK HERE.
Residential students should walk from their residence hall or apartment on campus, and commuter students should park in the Creason lot or PS3. Gameday parking will be enforced by 2:30 p.m.
Fans are encouraged to wear black, as Hilltopper Football will sport its black uniforms for a nationally televised blackout as WKU Athletics celebrates “Halloween On The Hill” all week long.
ABOUT FLO RIDA
Tramar Lacel Dillard, known professionally as Flo Rida, is a talented American rapper, singer, and songwriter, took the music industry by storm with his infectious beats and chart-topping hits. With his unique blend of hip-hop, pop, and electronic dance music, Flo Rida has made a massive impact on the music industry, with his tracks dominating the charts. His global popularity has resulted in over 100 million record sales, cementing his status as one of the best-selling artists of all time.
With hits like “Low,” “Right Round,” and “Good Feeling,” Flo Rida has captured the hearts of music lovers worldwide. He holds the record for the most digital downloads by a solo male artist in the United States. His catchy hooks and memorable lyrics have certainly made a lasting impression on fans.
- Location: Honors College & International Center
- Time: 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Calling all ghouls, ghosts, and goblins! The honors students invite you to a spine-chilling evening of Halloween thrills and chills at our Nightmare on Normal Street Halloween Fest. Get ready for a night of eerie excitement and festive fun!
Join us in your most creative and creepy costumes for a haunted night filled with:
- Trick-or-Treat Stations: Satisfy your sweet tooth with an array of candies and treats.
- Costume Contest: Show off your spooky style for a chance to win fabulous prizes.
- Pumpkin Painting : Get crafty and create your own jack-o’-lantern masterpiece.
- Frighteningly Fun Games: Test your skills and win eerie-sistible prizes.
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- Location: Houchens Industries-L.T. Smith Stadium
- Time: 6:30pm - 9:30pm
The Hilltoppers face new CUSA member Kennesaw State in a Wednesday night game on ESPN2.
- Game theme: Black Out. WKU fans are encouraged to wear black or dress up in their favorite Halloween costume.
- 2024 Gameday Guide.
- 2024 Football Parking & Tailgating Map.
- Pregame concert: Award-winning rapper Flo Rida will present a free concert at 5 p.m. on WKU South Lawn.
For more about WKU Football, visit https://wkusports.com/sports/football
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