Family Engagement

CANCELED: Mountaineer Families Welcome Reception
Plemmons Student Union - Solarium
This event has been canceled due to predicted inclement weather.
Join us for a casual drop-in event with hors d'oeuvres, drinks, and mingling with App State staff and families. Registered attendees will receive a free t-shirt, drink ticket and App State gear. Make sure to stop by the Campus Store for a chance to snap a photo with Yosef and enjoy exclusive Family Weekend deals!
RSVP for the Mountaineer Families Welcome Reception - Capacity for this event is currently full.

CANCELED: AppalFest
Sanford Mall
This event has been canceled due to predicted inclement weather.
Enjoy a classic fall festival with Campus Activities. AppalFest includes inflatables, corn dogs, funnel cakes, and make-and-takes. Join in the fun with yard games like corn hole, volleyball, and giant Jenga. It's the perfect outdoor event to celebrate the season.

CANCELED: Appalachian Folklore
Sanford Mall Fire Pit
This event has been canceled due to predicted inclement weather.
Gather around the fire pit for an evening of storytelling and s'mores. Learn about Appalachian folklore while enjoying a cozy and delicious treat with Campus Activities.

CANCELED: App State Women’s Field Hockey vs. Bellarmine
Dr. Jan C. Watson Field at the Brandon & Erica M. Adcock Field Hockey Complex
633 Intramural Field Road, Boone, N.C. 28607
This event has been canceled due to severe impacts by Hurricane Helene.

CANCELED: Family Trivia
Plemmons Student Union - Room 137 (Grandfather Ballroom)
This event has been canceled due to predicted inclement weather.
Bring the whole family for an evening of fun and friendly competition at our Family Trivia Night. This event will challenge your knowledge across generations with a variety of questions and offer a great time for everyone.

CANCELED: Handmade Market
Plemmons Student Union - International Hallway
This event has been canceled due to predicted inclement weather.
Looking for beautiful, homemade goods? Stroll through the Handmade Market to find unique products and art to help you remember the weekend.

CANCELED: Off-Campus Housing Preview
Plemmons Student Union - Room 420 (Parkway Ballroom)
This event has been canceled due to predicted inclement weather.
Join App State's Off-Campus Student Services team for an informative session on how to find housing for next year. Meet with realty companies from around Boone, all in one place, to explore options and get your questions answered. Perfect for families and students planning for off-campus living. Advance registration is required to attend.
RSVP for the Off-Campus Housing Preview - Capacity for this event is currently full.

CANCELED: Family Bingo
Plemmons Student Union - Room 137 (Grandfather Ballroom)
This event has been canceled due to predicted inclement weather.
Fun for all ages, Family Bingo offers a chance to win prizes and create lasting memories with your loved ones. Bring your competitive spirit and join in the excitement!

CANCELED: Chuck Owen and ReSurgence - Jazz Guest Artists
The Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts
This event has been canceled due to predicted inclement weather.
End your day with some live jazz at the Schaefer Center brought to you by Chuck Owen and ReSurgence. ReSurgence is a genre-bending septet of highly accomplished improvising jazz musicians – each bringing their own unique sensibilities to the already eclectic compositions of Chuck Owen.

CANCELED: Tailgate with The Campus Store
Campus Store
This event has been canceled due to predicted inclement weather.
Don’t miss the ultimate Family Weekend Tailgate at the Campus Store! Get ready to rock out with Folk & Dagger, indulge in irresistible sliders and snacks, and enjoy a free Celsius tasting. Plus, score exclusive App State giveaways that you won’t find anywhere else. This is the must-attend event of the weekend—bring your Mountaineer pride and make memories with your family! Advance registration is required.
RSVP for Tailgate with The Campus Store - Capacity for this event is currently full.

CANCELED: App State vs. Liberty Football Game
Kidd Brewer Stadium
App State's home football game scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 28, against Liberty is canceled due to severe impacts to App State, the town of Boone and surrounding areas caused by Hurricane Helene.

*The limited ticket block we secured for our Mountaineer families sold out in record time this year!

CANCELED: App State vs. Liberty Football Game Watch Party
Central Dining Hall
App State's home football game scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 28, against Liberty is canceled due to severe impacts to App State, the town of Boone and surrounding areas caused by Hurricane Helene.

CANCELED: Yoga on the Mountain
The Art of Living Retreat Center
639 Whispering Hills Rd, Boone, NC
This event has been canceled due to predicted inclement weather.
Enjoy an indoor mountain view yoga class taught by some of this region’s favorite teachers from 11 a.m. to noon. Rain or shine, come together in community and enjoy a serene and joyful morning with us. Ages 18+. Mats and props provided. Transportation to the event is not provided. This event is limited to 40 attendees, and advance registration is required.
RSVP for Yoga on the Mountain - Capacity for this event is currently full.

POSTPONED: App State Women’s Soccer vs. Arkansas State
Appalachian Soccer Stadium at the Ted Mackorell Soccer Complex
574 Brookshire Rd, Boone, NC 28607
The match has been rescheduled for Sunday, Oct. 20. Come out and support the App State Women’s Soccer team as they take on Arkansas State! Enjoy an exciting match and cheer on our Mountaineers in an action-packed game.

GAME MOVED TO CHARLOTTE: App State Women’s Field Hockey vs. Central Michigan
Dr. Jan C. Watson Field at the Brandon & Erica M. Adcock Field Hockey Complex
App State Field Hockey will play Central Michigan at 1 p.m. Sunday at the USA Field Hockey field on the campus of UNC Charlotte.
Support the App State Women’s Field Hockey team as they battle Central Michigan! Join us for an intense and exciting game, and cheer on our Mountaineers as they as they look to build off of their historic 2023 season.

Free Entry to the University Recreation Center (UREC)
UREC
Join your student at the University Recreation Center for free admission on Friday and Sunday. UREC is not open on Saturday due to the football game. Enjoy an indoor climbing wall, weight room, indoor track, pool and more. Visit the UREC website to read more about what this facility offers.

Families Eat Free!
Central Dining Hall

Campus Dining is excited to welcome all families and students, regardless of meal plan status, to the Boone campus for Family Weekend. This is a great opportunity to visit our All Access dining halls! Both All Access dining halls will be available to you at no charge all weekend.

Hours for River Street Cafe:

• Friday, Sept. 27: 4 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.
• Saturday, Sept. 28: 2:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.
• Sunday, Sept. 29: 9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Hours for Park Place by the Pond:

• Friday, Sept. 27: 4 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.
• Saturday, Sept. 28: 11 a.m. - 10:30 p.m.
• Sunday, Sept. 29: 11a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Students must accompany family members and show their AppCard at the door to receive the free meals throughout the weekend.

Free Parking for Families on Friday and Sunday

Enjoy free parking in the College Street Parking Deck, Holmes Drive Parking Deck, or Rivers Street Parking Deck.

Hours for free parking:

• Friday, Sept. 27: 4 p.m. - 11:59 p.m.
• Sunday, Sept. 29: 12:00 a.m. - 11:59 p.m.

Please note that no campus parking is available on Saturday unless you have a specific football parking pass. Make sure to take advantage of the free AppalCART on Saturday. Download ETASpot for up-to-date route information.