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The 2026 Family Weekend will be September 25th - 27th.

Families are valuable partners in helping students make the most of their University experience. Family Weekend will be filled with fun, food, and activities. Spend time with your student, meet their friends, and get a glimpse of student life at WTAMU. Mark your calendar for a great weekend with your Buff family.

 

2026 Schedule in Progress

We will be continuing to add events to this schedule through early September.

*Athletic event tickets are still at a cost. Visit gobuffsgo.com to purchase your game tickets.

*Theatre and Orchestra events also require a paid ticket for admissions.  Please use the links in the schedule below to purchase tickets.

If you have any questions or need assistance, please call 806-651-2341 or email Amanda Lawson alawson@wtamu.edu

Event Time Location Details
Friday Sept. 25
Family Weekend Check-In 10:30AM-7PM JBK Hazel Kelley Wilson Check-In with us recieve your lanyard plus lots of fun and free goodies! 
Saturday Sept. 26
Family Weekend Check-In 9AM-11:30AM  JBK Hazel Kelley Wilson Check-In with us recieve your lanyard plus lots of fun and free goodies! 
Family of the Year Brunch 9AM TBD Family of the Year Nominees will be recognized and winner will be announced. (For family of the year Nominees Only)
Tailgate & Check-In 3PM-6:30PM 26th Street Stop by the Family Weekend space for giveaways and fun.
WTAMU Football Vs. Midwestern State Canyon, TX  7PM Buffalo Stadium Buy your tickets at gobuffsgo.com
Sunday Sept. 28
Family of the Year Nomination

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.

More information about the 2026 Family of the Year Nomination process will be available this summer.

If you have any questions or need assistance, please call 806-651-2341 or email alawson@wtamu.edu 

Things to do in Canyon

Campus Map

about/campus/maps

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