How do I register for Family Weekend?
Registration for 2007's Family Weekend is no longer available. Please check back next summer for information on 2008's Family Weekend registration process.
Can I register on-site?
Yes. Specific on-site registration information will be forthcoming.
What is included in the cost of registration?
Friday evening dinner (Scrappy’s Extravaganza), the President’s Breakfast, Mean Green Extravaganza activities and food, Family Weekend T-shirt, evening activities, and entrance to other Family Weekend events without special charges.
How much does Family Weekend cost?
More information coming soon.
Children under 4?
Are free.
Is there financial assistance available for Family Weekend 2007?
We can arrange payment options for participants struggling with the cost of FW 2007. Please contact us at 940.565.4373 for more information.
What activities cost extra, and what is their cost?
More information coming soon.
What if I only want to attend the football game on Saturday Night? Do I have to purchase a Family Weekend package?
No. Tickets for UNT football games are sold through the UNT Athletic Ticket Office. Seats are sold at a cost of $10/general admission & $20/reserved seating.
Individuals wishing to purchase individual game tickets contact the UNT Ticket Office at 940.565.2527 or ticketoffice@unt.edu
Are all FW events required?
No. We do not require participants to be at each event. In fact, we provide options to help you decide what is best for your family.
What is the refund policy?
Individuals who cancelled their registration prior to a predetermined date will receive a partial refund. No refunds will be given for registration after this predetermined date.
Requests for refunds due to extenuating circumstances should be directed to Melissa Ruud McGuire, Director of Student Success, or Jillian Jensen, Coordinator of Parent Programs, at 940.565.4373
Is there a day-pass option for Saturday?
More information coming soon.
How does the tuition draw work?
You can purchase tuition drawing vouchers for $5/ticket or 5 tickets for $20.00 prior to Family Weekend, or on-sight (at Family Weekend Registration) up until game time on Saturday evening.
Individuals who purchased tuition drawing tickets at Orientation will be included in the tuition draw.
The winners will be announced at half-time during the football game. You do not have to be present to win.
What are the meal options and menus for FW 2007?
More information coming soon.
Where should I park?
More information coming soon.
Where is check-in?
More information coming soon.
What happens at Scrappy’s Extravaganza?
Friday night dinner cookout and official university welcome.
What is Friday Night at Clark Park?
The Friday night before every home football game, students gather in Clark Park to hear live music, watch the UNT band, cheerleaders, and dancers perform, and get ready for the next day’s football game. Live music begins at 7:30; Pep Rally activities will begin at 9:00.
Friday Night at the Movie?
More information coming soon.
What are the Recreation Center Options on Saturday?
The Rec Center will offer several options for Family Weekend participants on Saturday. Family Weekend participants can work out for free from 10 AM – 2PM and swim for free from 1 PM –3 PM. There will also be tours from 10 AM – 12 PM.
Children and Siblings can participate as well, but all children under the age of 18 must be supervised at all times by a legal guardian.
What is the Saturday lunch option?
Lunch is NOT included in Family Weekend registration costs. We encourage individuals to participate in the Dine around Denton. Coupons to local businesses will be provided at check-in.
Shuttles to the Denton Square will be provided beginning at 11:30 AM. They will leave from the Gateway Center. The last shuttle will leave Denton Square at 2:30 PM.
What is the Chili Cook-Off?
The 11th annual chili cook-off will occur on Saturday afternoon in the Mean Green Village. Anyone wishing to enter a recipe can register by filling out the Chili Cook-Off Registration Form online.
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 FW 2007. You must register for Family Weekend utilizing the Family Weekend Registration Form.
Who are we playing in the Football game?
More information coming soon.
Where is seating in the Stadium for FW Participants?
Individuals attending family weekend receive a general admit pass to the football game.
Seating is in sections L-VV and is on a first come first serve basis.
Students may sit with their parents in the General Admit section for Family Weekend.
What is the Mini-Mean Green?
A chance for the Jr. Mean Green Club to run onto the field during half-time. Individuals attending the game wishing to participate should meet at Gate 9 with 6 minutes remaining in the game. For ages toddler -15 years old.
What arrangements need to be made if a sibling is staying in the residence halls?
Please make arrangements with your student to see if the sibling will need anything, such as a sleeping bag.
What are the Little Sibs activities?
More information coming soon.
