Bearkat Family Day 2025

Saturday, September 27th

2025 FULL DAY SCHEDULE

REGISTER HERE

2025 Bearkat Family Day T-shirt & Wristband Access (General Registration)

To register for Bearkat Family Day, all SHSU parents, families, and supporters must first create a free account through CampusESP, our official parent and family engagement platform. This account allows you to stay connected with important campus updates and access the Family Day registration portal.

$35.00/per person (Parents/Families/Supporters)

$15.00/per student (Current SHSU Students ONLY)

• Bearkat Family Weekend T-Shirt
• Bearkat Family Weekend Wristband
Gives you access to various activities on the schedule such as:

• • Welcome Breakfast
  • Bearkat Family Picnic
  • Bingo
  • Games and bowling in the LSC Kat Klub
  • All other non-ticketed events on schedule

Most activities are first come, first serve seating and/or may have a time-limit associated, if at full capacity.

WE DO NOT ISSUE RETURNS OR REFUNDS

2025 Bearkat Family Day Welcome Breakfast

Date: Saturday, September 27, 2025
Time: 8:30-10:00AM Come-and-Go

SHSU Alumni Association hosts a fun kick-off to the Saturday activities! Come enjoy a delicious breakfast and learn about exciting opportunities their office supports: including eligibility for the coveted 2025 SHSU Tuition Draw, as well as engagement opportunities for your current student through the Student Alumni Association (SAA). Bearkat door prizes will be drawn every 15 minutes during breakfast! Special guest welcomes from SHSU administrators including SHSU's President, Dr. Alisa White at 9:00 AM.

• Assorted Danish
• Assorted Muffins served with Butter
• Assorted Bagels served with Butter, Cream Cheese and Jam
• Crisp Bacon
• Sausage Patty
• Cage-Free Scrambled Eggs
• Breakfast Potatoes
• Bacon
• Breakfast Sausage
• Onion and Cheese Frittata
• Pancakes
• Maple Syrup
• Seasonal Fresh Fruit Platter

Beverages: Coffee, Juice, Water
Catered by Aramark

WE DO NOT ISSUE RETURNS OR REFUNDS

2025 Bearkat Family Picnic

Date: Saturday, September 27, 2025
Time: 5:30-7:30PM Come-and-Go

Included in General Registration

Saddle up for an unforgettable evening at the Bearkat Family Picnic during Bearkat Family Day! This year’s rodeo and western-themed celebration invites students and their families to kick back and enjoy a night full of fun and excitement. Try your hand at thrilling carnival games, including mechanical bull riding, dance to the beats of our live DJ, and soak in the energy of live entertainment that will keep the party going all evening. With delicious food, great company, and plenty of family-friendly activities, this is the perfect way to wrap up your Bearkat Family Weekend on a high note. Don your boots and hats and get ready to make some great memories!

Saturday Evening Picnic

• Baked Potato with nacho cheese, sour cream & butter
• Chopped Beef Brisket with Texas BBQ Sauce
• Vegetarian Cowboy Beans
• Chopped Salad Cups
• Individual Mini Boxed Pies - Assorted
• Blue Bell Ice Cream - Individual cups

Beverages: Bottled Water & Canned Pepsi Products
Catered by Aramark

WE DO NOT ISSUE RETURNS OR REFUNDS

2025 SHSU Women's Volleyball vs. UTEP

Date: Saturday, September 27, 2025
Game Start: 1:00 PM

Bearkat Alley (Tailgate) hosted by Campus Activities & Involvement
Time: 11:00 AM-1:00PM 

Join us for an electrifying match as the SHSU Women’s Volleyball team takes on UTEP during Bearkat Family Day! Bring your Bearkat pride and help us pack the stands with energy and excitement. Parents and families receive special discounted tickets ($5.00 ea.), so don't miss this chance to rally together and support our student-athletes. Let’s show UTEP how loud Bearkat Nation can get!

Purchase Tickets and use code HC2025 to receive the discounted rate.

• You do not need to purchase a game ticket for your student, as students have free admission to all SHSU athletic events with ticket download.