Bobcat Days

Experience the large-scale excitement of Texas State’s premier open house event. Spend a day on our San Marcos campus and let us show you what makes Texas State so special!

Opportunities for you to get to know Texas State include:

  • Information sessions about our academic majors and programs
  • Self-paced campus tours with narrated stops*
  • Guided tours of select on-campus residence halls
  • Academic Majors and Student Services Fair, where you can learn from our faculty, staff, and students about the many academic programs and services, financial aid and scholarships, student success, housing, and much more

View a schedule of events using the button below.

*Student tour guides will share campus information and history at each designated stop.

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Join us for Bobcat Days!

Future students of all ages are invited to join us on our beautiful San Marcos campus.

At a Bobcat Day, you'll be able to explore our beautiful campus and learn about academic programs, financial aid, housing, and much more. There will also be opportunities to mingle with faculty, staff, and student representatives from across campus for an inside look on what being a Bobcat is all about.

We look forward to seeing you!

Bobcat Days Bonus Extras

FREE Tickets for Bobcat Games!

group of students posing with TXST president and Boko at a Bobcat sports event

Experience the fun and excitement of Bobcat athletics during your Bobcat Day visit.

Signing up for Bobcat Days will also entitle you to ONE FREE TICKET for a Bobcat sports event on the same weekend! Additional tickets for guests and family will also be available for purchase at a discount. Details about claiming tickets will be included in your sign-up confirmation and reminder emails.

“Eat 'em up, Cats!”

Discounted Glass Bottom Boat Tours

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Visit the Meadows Center at Texas State University and show your Bobcat Day confirmation at the ticketing kiosk to receive a special $6.00 per person discounted rate for Glass Bottom Boat Tours 

In February, the Meadows Center will be open 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., with the first boat going out at 10 a.m. and last boat going out at 3:30 p.m. Hours in April will be 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., with the first boat of the day going out at 10 a.m. and last boat going out at 4:30 p.m.

TEDxTXST 2025 "Legacy"

Logo for TEDx Legacy event

Discover “ideas worth spreading” at TXST's 2025 TEDx event on February 22. TEDx is an interactive conference with live speakers, live entertainment, and audience activations. 

This year's theme is "Legacy" and speakers will share the impact of the Higher Education Act of 1965, as well as the limitless possibilities and the promising future possible through education. February Bobcat Day attendees will receive a discount code to save $10 off tickets to this year's TEDx event.

Sign up to attend!

Dates for upcoming Bobcat Days are listed below. Click the button to sign up today!

Saturday, February 22, 2025
Saturday, April 26, 2025


Bobcat Days for Large Groups

To arrange Bobcat Day participation for a large group (10 or more students), please complete the Large Group Reservations for Bobcat Day form at least one week prior to the event. If you have any questions, please email the Alumni and Future Student Welcome Center.


Accommodations

If you need special accommodations due to a disability (e.g., sign language interpreter services, information in an alternative format), contact the Texas State Office of Disability Services at 512.245.3451 (voice/TTY) at least one week prior to the event.

San Marcos Deals & Discounts

Experience the best of San Marcos during your visit while keeping extra cash in your pocket with the Deals & Discounts Pass available from the San Marcos Convention & Visitor Bureau.