If you want to get to campus a bit early (9 or 10), the Golden Band from Tigerland practices its pregame and halftime performances at the indoor football facility. For more info, I'm sure you can contact the band department at (225)578-2384. It is definitely something worth seeing.

Any other places close to or on campus for food/drink?

Walk-Ons - food much like Chimes (variety from seafood to chicken, pasta), Louie's(old time diner), Serrano's(tex-mex), Mellow Mushroom(pizza), Inga's (sandwhiches)... just depends on what side of campus you are on and what you want to eat.

find some tailgaters and eat their food. good luck trying to get a table at the chimes or walk on's.