NATCHITOCHES – The 2026 Northwestern State Football Fan Fest presented by T-Johnny's Seafood Co. will take place Saturday morning at Turpin Stadium, coinciding with the first major scrimmage of fall camp.
 
The scrimmage will begin at 8:30 a.m. with the Demons going through their most extensive situational work of fall camp and kicking off a day full of Northwestern athletics.
 
Demon football season-ticket holders will be able to pick up their physical tickets for the six-game home schedule that begins with the Aug. 27 season opener against Louisiana Christian. In addition, all fans who attend will have a chance to pick up the 2026 Northwestern State football schedule poster.
 
Following the scrimmage at 11 a.m., T-Johnny's will provide a meal of pork chops, jambalaya, salad and rolls as long as supplies last. There will be face painting, spirit bracelets and additional giveaways during Football Fan Fest, which lasts until 1 p.m.
 
Members of Vic's Kids Club who sign up by 12 p.m. Friday can pick up their 26-27 Vic's Kids Club passes. Children interested in signing up for Vic's Kids Club can do so at this link: https://fundraise.givesmart.com/form/sPACqg?vid=1rn648.
 
Whataburger will be in attendance and will be providing giveaways as well.  
 
At 11:30 a.m., Demon football players will be available to sign autographs.
 
Later Saturday, the Northwestern soccer team will host LSU-Eunice in an exhibition match at 6:30 p.m. at the Northwestern soccer complex.
 
Both events are free to the public.