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Thursday, September 28, 2023 |
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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 29, 2023 |
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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 A |
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| 6:00pm – 7:30pm |
Scrappy’s Extravaganza - Sponsored by Orientation & Transition Programs UNT ColiseumUNT 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 A, 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 30, 2023 |
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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 A |
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| 9:00am - 10:00am |
President’s Breakfast - Sponsored by the Office of the President UNT ColiseumView 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 – 12:00pm |
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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| 10:30am – 3:00pm |
Open Media Library - Sponsored by UNT Libraries Media Library at Chilton Hall (410 E Avenue C)Family Weekend participants can visit the Media Library in Chilton Hall 111 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 & 2:00pm |
Matinee Movie - Sponsored by the University Program Council (UPC) University Union, LyecumBring the whole family out to enjoy a showing of The Little Mermaid. 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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| 11:00am – 3:00pm |
Open Recreation - Sponsored by Recreational Sports Pohl Recreation Center (1900 Chestnut Street)Family Weekend participants can participate in open rec from 10:00 AM- 5:00 PM. All children under the age of 18 must be directly supervised by a parent/legal guardian at ALL times.
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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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| 12:00pm, 2:00pm, and 6:30pm |
Sky Theater - Sponsored by the UNT Sky Theater Environmental Sciences Building (1704 W Mulberry Street) |
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| 2:00pm - 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. Abilene Christian University 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, October 1, 2023 |
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| 9:00am – 11:00am |
Farewell Breakfast - Sponsored by Orientation & Transition Programs UNT ColiseumEnjoy 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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