Registration and Fee

We are excited to have you join us for Parents and Families Appreciation Weekend, Sept. 25-26. 

We are excited to have you join us for Parents and Families Appreciation Weekend, September 25-26. Check your email for your personalized link to register. If you did not receive the email, this site allows you to register to participate in the weekend. 

Register Here!


Items to Note

  • The registration fee includes the entire weekend despite day of arrival.  

  • Children two years of age or younger are not required to register.  

  • Weekend registrations are non-refundable beginning September 4. 

  • Tickets for the football game, Parents and Families Paint Night and Aeronautics & Engineering Expo must be purchased separately. 

    A La Carte Activities

  • Questions? Contact the Office of Parents and Families Engagement at 330-672-2980.  


Family Weekend Registration Fee

Adult Ticket (Ages 18 and up) - $35 

Youth Ticket (Ages 3-17) - $22.00 

KSU Student - FREE 

The registration fee grants guests access to many of the events taking place that weekend and includes:

  • Access to all events unless otherwise noted.

    Event lanyard with name badge.   

  • Breakfast on Saturday, Sept. 26. 

  • Opportunity to purchase discounted football game tickets for the entire family. Students are admitted free of charge.  

  • Opportunity to purchase Parents and Families Paint Night tickets. Seating for each event day is capped at 150.   

  • Discounted admission to the Aeronautics & Engineering Expo 

Additionally, Parents & Families Appreciation Weekend is a self-funded event. Registration fees help support the cost of delivering Parents & Families Appreciation Weekend and the experiences, resources, and services provided to attendees.

Official Weekend T-shirt

Looking for cool gear to wear while on campus or at the football game? Then consider purchasing the official Parents and Families Appreciation Weekend t-shirt! T-shirts must be purchased during registration. Sales close at 11:59 p.m. on Aug. 31. 

Parents and Families Weekend T-Shirt Design for 2026