Click here to download the 2012 Family Weekend schedule of events. (pdf)
Scrappy's Extravaganza: Enjoy a BBQ dinner during the official welcome to Family Weekend at UNT. Listen to live music and watch the UNT band, cheerleaders, and dancers perform.
Parent Dessert Reception: The Parent Association invites all parents to enjoy complimentary dessert and spirits. It's a great opportunity to meet fellow UNT parents, see other Parent Association volunteers recognized, and hear updates about what is going on with the Alumni Association.
5K Fun Run: Additional $10 cost per person with pre-registration. $15 on-site fee. Click here to download the 5K Fun Run registration form. (pdf) You can pick up your race packet on Saturday morning starting at 6:30am at the Pohl Recreation Center. The race will officially begin at 7:30am.
Morning at the Movies: Bring the whole family out to enjoy free popcorn and a movie before the football game!
President's Breakfast: Join UNT's President V. Lane Rawlins and other UNT families for the North Texas-sized breakfast where you will learn about UNT's plans for the future.
Annual UNT Chili Cook-Off: Join us for the 15th annual UNT Chili Cook-Off! With an array of spices, sauces, meats, and peppers, our contestants will battle to find the top chili and delight all who taste their inventive home-grown recipes.
Family Weekend participants not wishing to enter can observe and taste as the cook-off takes place. Registration for the Chili Cook-Off does not register you for Family Weekend 2012. You must register for Family Weekend using the registration form.
Mean Green Tailgating: Get ready for the football game by tailgating with other families and UNT students participating in events for the whole family. Activities include a cookout and a carnival, as well as a pre-game show by the UNT Green Brigade.
UNT Football Game: Cheer on the Mean Green and show your Eagle Pride at the football game against Troy on Saturday night! Football tickets are free for the first 1000 registrants (keep in mind all current students get in free with their student ID). For more information about the game, click here.
Also included in Saturday's schedule:
Family Weekend Farewell Breakfast: Enjoy a delicious breakfast with your student to celebrate the conclusion of Family Weekend 2012. Come and go as you please.