Come celebrate FIU's first BlueGold Weekend

The Golden Panther football team are holding their first scrimmages this fall, and alumni can also participate in a first this season: the inaugural BlueGold Weekend, a special version of Homecoming, November 8-10 at FIU-University Park.

Highlights of the weekend include the Alumni Golf Open on Friday, November 9 at Don Shula's Hotel & Golf Club starting at 8 a.m., and Saturday, November 10 the Golden Panther football team takes to the field for the BlueGold scrimmage - a first game-day simulation for fans. The day will begin with the Kick-Off Club - FIU's tailgate party - at 1:30 p.m. for members of the FIU Alumni Association and the Golden Panther Club. A joint venture of the Alumni Association and the Golden Panther Club, the FIU Club promises to be the best party on the grounds, with a barbecue lunch, giveaways, and entertainment for the entire family. The BlueGold scrimmage follows at 3 p.m. - all taking place at the FIU Community Stadium.

It's not too soon to reserve space at any of these events. For more information, call the Office of Alumni Relations at 305-348-ALUM or, toll free, 1-800-FIU-ALUM to guarantee your spot.

BlueGold Weekend Events

Thursday, November 8
7 p.m. Golden Panther Men's Basketball vs. W. Va. Wheeling Warriors. Coach Donnie Marsh and his team take to the court in this exhibition game, a preview of the exciting season ahead. Golden Panther Arena - $7.00

8 p.m. The Crucible. A thrilling courtroom drama about a seductive young woman who accuses an innocent Puritan wife of witchcraft as a way to solidify her adulterous desires for a married man. Wertheim Performing Arts Center - $7.00

Friday, November 9
7:00 a.m. Registration
8 a.m. Alumni Golf Open. It's tee time in Miami Lakes for alumni and friends. This signature tournament will sell out, so reserve your spot early. Registration starts at 7 a.m.
Don Shula's Hotel & Golf Club - Miami Lakes
$150 single / $600 foursome

7 p.m. Golden Panther Women's Basketball vs. Stephen F. Austin. The women's basketball team opens their season in the prestigious pre-season NIT. Bring out the family to cheer Coach Cindy Russo and her squad to victory.
Golden Panther Arena
$7.00

Saturday, November 10
1 p.m. Campus Tours. Come witness the transformation at University Park, where more than $200 million in construction has taken place over the past 15 years. Tours will leave every hour and last 45 minutes. Reservations recommended.
Kick-Off Club Alumni Tent. Free

1:30 p.m. Kick-Off Club. FIU Alumni Association members and FIU Golden Panther Club members are invited to take part in this newly created tradition at FIU - our own tailgate party! Join us for a barbecue and paella feast you will never forget.
FIU Community Stadium
$7 (adults) & $5 (children 12 and under)

3:30 p.m. BlueGold Scrimmage. History in the making when the Golden Panthers hit the field for this first-ever game-day simulation.
FIU Community Stadium
Free

5:30 p.m. Carnival Parade and Festival. Celebrate the flavor of our Caribbean community and join a post-game parade. Procession will take fans from the stadium to a festival on the grounds of the Wertheim Performing Arts Center. Free

7:00 p.m. Trinidad & Tobago Night - FIU Music Festival. Wrap up your day with an exciting performance celebrating the sounds of Trinidad and Tobago.
Wertheim Performing Arts Center.
$10.00

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