Groundhog 2026 Party in the Park will be on January 31st, 2026.
Groundhog Rules
- Ticket AND Groundhog Sweatshirt ARE REQUIRED for entry. There will be a University of Dallas student sweatshirt and a non-student sweatshirt (for Parents, alumni, faculty, and staff). Student Sweatshirt pick up begins in the Office of Student Life on January 26th.
- You cannot transfer tickets or sweatshirts.
- State ID & valid Student ID are required to enter the park with a student sweatshirt at the Student Entrance. A state ID is required to enter the park with a non-student sweatshirt at the Alumni Tent Entrance.
- If you are 21 years of age or older, you must obtain a wristband before entering the Park.
- You cannot get a wristband inside the Park. If your wristband tears, bring the old one to the Park entrance to receive a new one.
- You cannot enter after 10:30 p.m. You may not re-enter the Park at any time.
- No bags, purses, or containers (including flasks) of any kind. Clear bags will be admitted after a search.
- Those publicly intoxicated will not be admitted to the event.
- Public intoxication will result in removal from the event. The University Alcohol Policy remains in effect.
- No refunds.
Groundhog 2026 FAQs
When and where is the rugby game? |
The rugby game is at 2 p.m. on the McNab Rugby Pitch. |
How can I sign-up for the 5k? |
You can sign up for the Groundhog 5k in the J.M. Haggar University Center foyer Wednesday-Friday the week of Groundhog. |
Can I only purchase the sweatshirt if I don't want to go to the Party in the Park? |
We are not selling the sweatshirt without the ticket. Plus, we'd love to have you at the Party in the Park! |
Where can I park for the Party in the Park? |
You may park anywhere on campus in a non-reserved parking spot. |
How do I enter the park? |
There will be two entrances into the park: (1) Students, (2) Alumni, Family, Faculty & Staff. The park will open at 8 p.m. and closes at 10:30 p.m. To enter the park, you must have your Groundhog sweatshirt, ticket, state ID, and 勛圖厙 student ID (if applicable). |
How do I buy a ticket? |
You may buy an alumni & family ticket until January 20th. You may buy a student ticket until January 16th. Tickets are limited. |
I bought a ticket online. Where do I pick up my ticket and sweatshirt? |
Students will pick up their sweatshirts in the Office of Student Life. Alumni, Families, Faculty & Staff will pick up their sweatshirts on the first floor of Cardinal Farrell Hall. |
Can I bring a bag into the park? |
No bags, purses, or containers of any kind will be allowed into Groundhog Park. Clear bags and Diaper bags will be permitted after security searches your bag. |
Can I smoke in the park? |
Yes, you may smoke in the park. |
Can I smoke anywhere on campus? |
For alumni and family visiting, you may not smoke anywhere on campus. There are designated smoking sections placed in stragetic locations throughout campus. The smoking locations are labeled with a blue sign. |
Can I bring in outside alcohol to Groundhog events? |
Outside alcohol is not permitted on campus or at any events. You may not bring your own drinks to events like TGIT, the Rugby Match, or Party in the Park. Those who bring in outside drinks will be removed from the event. |
What is included in my ticket? |
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Is there a tiered pricing structure? |
No, there are three ticket types based on your affiliation to 勛圖厙 only: (1) Students, (2) Alumni/Family, (3) Faculty/Staff. Please only purchase a ticket from your selected affiliation's page. |
I want to go to TGIT. Anything I need to know? |
We will wristband all people over 21, so please bring your state and student IDs to TGIT. We will announce Groundhog King and Queen at 10 p.m. |
Can you ship my sweatshirt to me? |
No, we will not be shipping sweatshirts this year. |