Sam Houston State University 

Bearkat Family Weekend 2026 

November 13–15, 2026 

Celebrate Family Weekend with your Bearkat through campus traditions, family activities, and opportunities to connect with the SHSU community. 

Registration Includes:

• Official Family Weekend T-shirt 
• Family Weekend clear bag (one per family group) 
• Welcome Reception with Alumni 
• Academic College Open Houses and Information Tables
• Bearkat Casino Night
• Family Weekend Tailgate at Bearkat Alley
• Family games and activities
• Access to select Family Weekend events and discounts throughout the Huntsville community 

Registration Pricing:

Family & Supporter Registration: $45 per person 

Current SHSU Students: Free with a paid family registration and valid Sam ID

Children Ages 4 and Under: Free with a paid family registration 

Football and volleyball game tickets are not included with Family Weekend registration. Discounted football tickets may be available as an optional add-on during registration. 

All individuals attending Family Weekend must be included on the registration, including current SHSU students and children ages 4 and under. 

All Family Weekend registrations are final and nonrefundable. 

Important Registration Information:

• Registration All Family Weekend attendees must be registered, including current SHSU students and children ages 4 and under. 

• Current SHSU Students
  Current SHSU students receive complimentary admission to Family Weekend. Students must be included on the Family Weekend registration to participate. A valid SHSU SAM ID is required for each student registration.

• Children Ages 4 and Under
  Children ages 4 and under receive complimentary admission to Family Weekend but must still be included in your registration. Complimentary child registration does not include an official Family Weekend T-shirt.

• Game Tickets
  Football and volleyball tickets are not included with Family Weekend registration. Click here to purchase your game tickets.

• Registration Refund Policy 
  All Family Weekend registrations are final and nonrefundable. 

• Photography & Videography Notice 
  Photography and videography may take place throughout Family Weekend. By attending, participants acknowledge that Sam Houston State University may use photographs or video captured during the event for university communications, marketing, promotional, or other official purposes. 

• Hotel & Travel Information 
  Families are encouraged to make hotel and travel arrangements early. Lodging and visitor information for the Huntsville area is available at HuntsvilleTexas.com. 

We look forward to welcoming you and your family to SHSU for Family Weekend 2026! 

–Student & Family Experience