Family Weekend 2023
Tentative Schedule of Events
All events are FREE* and open to all family members and students! Event calendar is subject to change.
*Athletic event tickets are still at a cost. Visit gobuffsgo.com to purchase your game tickets.
If you have any questions or need assistance, please call 806-651-2314 or email Amanda Lawson at alawson@wtamu.edu.
| Friday, Oct. 27 | Time | Location | |
| Check-In | 3 to 7 p.m. | JBK Student Center Legends Club |
Check-in with us and receive your lanyard plus lots of fun and free goodies! You can also buy a Family Weekend t-shirt. |
| Paul Engler College of Agriculture and Natural Sciences Open House | 3 to 5 p.m. | Natural Science Building and Agricultural Sciences Complex |
There will be members of the faculty, and staff in each foyer to greet/welcome guests, and be on hand to answer questions. The buildings will be open for self-guided tours. |
| Paul and Virginia Engler College of Business Open House | 3 to 5 p.m. | Classroom Center 220 |
Visit with faculty and staff from the college. Tours of the college and classrooms will be available. |
| Family Weekend Pool Party! | 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. | Virgil Henson Activities Center (VHAC) |
There will be cornhole, music on the patio and swimiing along with hot cocoa, cider and light snacks! |
| Virgil Henson Activities Center - All Access Pass | All Day | Virgil Henson Activities Center |
Families get free entrance to the VHAC all weekend long with proof of lanyard. Hours: Friday, 6 a.m. - 10 p.m. Saturday, 8 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. Sunday, 2 - 8 p.m. |
| Panhandle-Plains Historical Museum - All Access Pass | All Day | Panhandle-Plains Historical Museum |
Families get free entrance to the PPHM all weekend long with proof of lanyard. Hours: Friday and Saturday, 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. |
| Family Weekend Shirts On Sale | All Day | JBK Student Center Information Desk |
$10 t-shirts (card or check only, no cash accepted) Hours: 7:30 a.m. - 10 p.m. |
| Saturday, Oct. 28 | |||
| WT in the Canyon | 8 a.m. |
Palo Duro Canyon Meet at the FUBC to carpool at 8 a.m. |
Free entrance to the canyon when you carpool! Enjoy the beautiful Palo Duro Canyon with your family. There are no planned activities in the canyon this year, but we will have a handout for you with information and reccomended trails. |
| Family of the Year Brunch | 9 a.m. | Virgil Henson Activities Center Ballroom | *By invitation only Family of the Year nominees will be recognized and winner announced. |
| Paul Engler College of Agriculture and Natural Sciences Open House | 9 to 11 a.m. | Agricultural Sciences Complex |
There will be members of the faculty, and staff in the foyer to greet/welcome guests, and be on hand to answer questions. The building will be open for self-guided tours. |
| Buffs, Brew, & Bagels | 10 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. | WTFanGear (2306 4th Ave.) | Bring your crew and enjoy your morning brew (and bagel)! |
| WT Men's Soccer vs. Midwestern State | 1 p.m. | The Pitch | Buy your tickets here. |
| Tailgate & Check-In | 3 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. | 26th Street |
Stop by the Family Weekend space for giveaways and fun. Journey Canyon Coffee will be serving all drinks on their menu from their brand new coffee bar for free! |
| Paul Engler College of Agriculture and Natural Sciences Event | 4 to 4:30 p.m. | Agricultural Sciences Complex |
Admission’s “Game Day” event check-in will be held in the Sigman Grand Lobby foyer and opening session in the Dr. Trotter Lecture Hall. Faculty and Departmental Recruiters will be on hand to welcome guests. |
| WTAMU Football VS. Angelo State | 7 p.m. | Buffalo Stadium | Buy your tickets here. |
| Virgil Henson Activities Center - All Access Pass | All Day | Virgil Henson Activities Center |
Families get free entrance to the AC all weekend long with proof of lanyard. Hours: Friday, 6 a.m. - 10 p.m. Saturday, 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. Sunday, 2 -8 p.m. |
| Panhandle-Plains Historical Museum - All Access Pass | All Day | Panhandle-Plains Historical Museum |
Families get free entrance to the PPHM all weekend long with proof of lanyard. Hours: Friday and Saturday, 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. |
| Family Weekend Shirts On Sale | All Day | JBK Student Center Information Desk |
$10 t-shirts (card or check only, no cash accepted) Hours: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. |
| Sunday, Oct. 29 | |||
| Virgil Henson Activities Center - All Access Pass | All Day | Virgil Henson Activities Center |
Families get free entrance to the AC all weekend long with proof of lanyard. Hours: Friday, 6 a.m. - 10 p.m. Saturday, 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. Sunday, 2 -8 p.m. |
| Family Weekend Shirts On Sale | All Day | JBK Student Center Information Desk |
$10 t-shirts (card or check only, no cash accepted) Hours: 2 p.m. - 10 p.m. |
The West Texas A&M University Family of the Year Award seeks to recognize parent(s)/grandparent(s)/guardian(s)/family member(s)/mentor(s) who have made a significant impact and contribution to the life of a WTAMU student. By supporting and encouraging our students, Buff families also support West Texas A&M University.
All West Texas A&M undergraduate, graduate students are eligible to nominate their parent(s)/grandparent(s)/guardian(s)/family member(s)/mentor(s) for this award.
The 2023 Family of the Year nominations close on October 13, 2023.
All submissions will be reviewed by the Family of the Year Committee. Check back for a list of our nominees
If you have any questions or need assistance, please call 806-651-2273 or email Amanda Lawson at alawson@wtamu.edu.
Eating
Check out places to eat locally in Canyon HERE.
Shopping
Get your shopping on in Canyon, TX. View a list of local stores and vendors HERE.
Lodging
Check out this link for some hotel options near us! https://www.wtamu.edu/admissions/visit/lodging.htm