Family Weekend 2024

Get ready for an unforgettable Family Weekend! Join us on October 11th through the 13th for an exciting weekend of unique adventures, activities, and cherished moments with your Cadet at the U.S. Military Academy. Follow along for info and events that you won’t want to miss.

Event Highlights:

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  • Welcome Tent – Stop by the Parent Welcome Tent at the north end of Thayer Walk for coffee, pastries, information, and a selfie station! From 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.
  • Attend a Class – See a day in the life of your Cadet first-hand by having them arrange for you to attend a class with them from 7:40 a.m. to 4 p.m.
  • Simulation Center – See firsthand how virtual reality meets modern warfare in our high-tech Simulation Center. From 9 to 11:30 a.m.
  • Quarters 100 Tour – Get a sneak peek into the Superintendent’s residence with a tour of this 200-year-old home. From 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. RSVP required.
  • Leader Team Briefing – An informative briefing led by Superintendent Lt. Gen. Steve Gilland will take place at 1 p.m. in Robinson Auditorium, Thayer Hall. 
  • Robotics Demonstration – Ever seen a robot dog in real life? Stop by our Robotics Center for a demonstration of all our newest technologies, Thayer Hall 136 at 2 until 3:30 p.m.
  • Academic Departments Open Houses – Explore the academic programs we offer by taking a tour of the departments from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. 
  • Barracks Tours – You won’t want to miss the chance to check out your Cadet’s room in the iconic West Point barracks. Cadet escort required. From 4:30 to 6 p.m.
  • Dinner in Cadet Mess – Experience dining like one of 4,000 cadets in the historic Cadet Mess Hall from 5:30 to 8 p.m. Tickets required.
  • Cadet Talent Showcase – End your night with a fun show put on by our talented Cadets in the Riverside Cafe, on the second floor of Eisenhower Hall at 7:30 p.m.

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  • Welcome Tent – Information at the Plain! Look for the tent behind the bleachers.
  • Pipes and Drums – Head to the Plain a few minutes early to see a performance by the West Point Drill Team and Pipes and Drums, starting at 8:45 a.m.
  • Parade – Start the morning right by watching the Cadets parade on the Plain at 9 a.m., followed by a Parachute Team demonstration.
  • Home Football Game – Go Army, Beat the Blazers! Join in tailgating fun with a home game starting at 12 p.m. Head to armygameday.com for more info.

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  • Not too fast – Stop by for a quick bite before you leave at our Brunch in the Cadet Mess on Sunday morning from 9:30 to 12:30 p.m. 
  • Boat rides – Take a historical cruise down the Hudson River Valley area with the Department of Geography. Departs from South Dock every 30 minutes from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m.
  • Character Carved in Stone – Take a walk through Trophy Point to experience the walking tour of our 12 engraved benches highlighting West Point character traits. Click here for more.

Class of 2025 Custom Engraved Bourbon Barrel Heads

The Parents Club of Kentucky is pleased to share that they are now taking orders for custom bourbon barrel heads bearing the 2025 Class Crest. 

These gorgeous and authentic aged Kentucky Bourbon Barrel Heads are customized with the USMA Class of 2025 class crest. For an additional $20 you may personalize it with your cadet’s name and company.  This is an elegant gift for a new Old Grad!  Display it proudly on a wall, make it into a side table or even use it as a charcuterie board! Full advertisement is attached.  Please use this link to order directly using our google form.