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Thursday, September 19, 2024 |
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| 12:00pm - 4:00pm |
Early Check-In Union, Room 394Family Weekend events do not begin until Friday evening. The purpose of early check-in
is to allow students to pick up materials in advance, allowing guests to go immediately
to programs upon arrival. Early check-in is not required, but is strongly encouraged
to help eliminate long lines on Friday evening.
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Friday, September 20, 2024 |
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| 9:00am - 12:00pm |
Early Check-In Union, Room 394Family Weekend events do not begin until Friday evening. The purpose of early check-in
is to allow students to pick up materials in advance, allowing guests to go immediately
to programs upon arrival. Early check-in is not required, but is strongly encouraged
to help eliminate long lines on Friday evening.
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| 4:00pm - 8:00pm |
Family Weekend Check-In & On-site Registration UNT Coliseum, Gate B |
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| 6:00pm - 7:30pm |
Scrappy's Extravaganza - Sponsored by Orientation & Transition Programs Coliseum, Super PitUNT Dining Services will be serving up pulled chicken BBQ sandwiches, chips and brownies.
A vegetarian/vegan option will be available. The official Family Weekend Welcome will
take place at 6:15 PM. View the menu on our Accommodations page.
6:00pm - 7:00pm - Tie dye will be available outside of Gate B, while supplies last!
6:15pm- The UNT band, cheerleaders, and dancers will perform for Family Weekend Guests to
get you ready for the next day's football game!
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| 8:00pm - 9:00pm |
Parent Dessert Reception - Sponsored by the UNT Parent Association & the UNT Alumni Association Gateway Center, BallroomThe Parent Association invites parents of all UNT students to enjoy complimentary
dessert and spirits. This event is come and go, and a great way to meet fellow UNT
Parents.
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| 8:00pm |
An Evening at the Movies - Sponsored by the University Program Council (UPC) Clark ParkBring a blanket and the whole family out to enjoy a movie on the lawn! This event
is free for registered Family Weekend participants wearing wristbands. Popcorn will
be provided.
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Saturday, September 21, 2024 |
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| 7:15am |
Family Weekend Fun Run - Sponsored by Recreational Sports Pohl Recreation Center (1900 Chestnut Street)Wake up early for the annual Family Weekend Fun Run! The race will take you through
the University of North Texas campus. Check-in will begin at 6:45 AM at the Pohl Recreation
Center. The official start of the race will begin promptly at 7:15 AM. Buy a ticket for
$10 per person when registering!
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| 8:00am - 5:30pm |
Family Weekend Check-In & On-site Registration UNT Coliseum, Gate B |
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| 9:00am - 10:00am |
President's Breakfast - Sponsored by the Office of the President Coliseum, Super PitView the menu on our Accommodations page.
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| 10:00am |
Campus Tour - Sponsored by the Eagle Ambassadors Tours will leave from the Ticket Office in front of the Coliseum promptly at 10amThe UNT campus has grown over the year. With over 38,000 students there are new buildings,
residence halls, and campus green spaces to see! Tours will depart from the north
tunnel of the Coliseum.
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| 9:00am - 1:00pm |
Denton Community Market- Sponsored by the City of Denton 317 W Mulberry St, Denton, TX 76201The Denton Community Market is a producer-only art and farmer's market in downtown
Denton. They feature live music, local farms and artists, food trucks and food vendors,
activities, and more. You must provide your own transportation to and from the market.
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| 10:30am - 3:00pm |
Open Media Library - Sponsored by UNT Libraries Media Library at Willis Library (2nd floor)Family Weekend participants can visit the Media Library in Willis Hall from 10:30
a.m. - to 3:00 p.m. to play video and tabletop games, experience VR, paint roleplaying
miniatures, or escape from the UNT Vault (a post-apocalyptic escape room). Interested
participants should stop by in the morning to sign up for a 45-minute escape room
or 30-minute paint and take slots.
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| 11:00am & 1:00pm |
Matinee Movie - Sponsored by the University Program Council (UPC) University Union 332Bring the whole family out to enjoy a movie, Inside Out 2. This event is free for
registered Family Weekend participants wearing wristbands. Popcorn will be provided.
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| 11:00am - 3:00pm |
Spirit Shopping- Sponsored by Barnes & Noble University Union, first floorCheck out the UNT Barnes and Noble, your one stop shop for your UNT gear!
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| 12:00pm - 5:00pm |
Football and Pool Tables - Sponsored by the UNT Union Union, SyndicateWarm up the cheering sections by watching some college football prior to our Mean
Green Tailgate and play some pool at the UNT Syndicate.
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| 10:00am, 11:30am, 1:00pm, 2:30pm |
Sky Theater - Sponsored by the UNT Sky Theater Environmental Sciences Building (1704 W Mulberry Street) |
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| 1:00pm |
Parent Association Meeting - Sponsored by the Parent Association Gateway Center, Ballroom (801 North Texas Blvd)All Parent Association members are encouraged to attend this important meeting, which
includes the election of new officers and goal setting for the upcoming year.
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| 2:30pm - 5:30pm |
Mean Green Tailgate - Sponsored by Orientation and Transition Programs Tailgate location at the base of the pedestrian bridge, north of the Alumni PavilionEnjoy a tailgate meal from UNT Dining Services, including quarter-pound hot dogs and
veggie burgers served with chips, potato salad, watermelon slices, and bottled water
or soda. While you're there, be sure to get your face painted. Lunch activities are
FREE for all registered participants wearing wristbands. View the menu on our Accommodations page
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| 6:00pm |
North Texas vs. Wyoming UNT Apogee Stadium Gate 3Family Weekend ticket holders enter through Gate 3. Family Weekend tickets are issued
for the north end zone.
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Sunday, September 22, 2024 |
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| 9:00am - 11:00am |
Farewell Breakfast - Sponsored by Orientation & Transition Programs Coliseum, Super PitEnjoy a delicious breakfast with your family to celebrate the conclusion of Family
Weekend. Come and go as you please! Breakfast will be served until 11:00 am. View
the menu on our Accommodations page.
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