Schedule of Events.
*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 806-651-2978 or email Lexi Thomas lthomas@wtamu.edu
| Event | Time | Location | Details |
| Friday Sept. 26 | |||
| Family Weekend Check-In | 10:30AM-1PM 3PM-7PM | JBK Legends Club | Check-In with us recieve your lanyard plus lots of fun and free goodies! You can also buy a Family Weekend shirt for $10. |
| Mud Fest | 11AM | Open Fields Behind the VHAC | Watch your students compete in mud Volleyball. |
| Family Fun Night At the AC | 3PM-9PM | Virgil Hensen Activities Center | Join us for Family Fun Night at the Activities Center! Starting at 3:00 pm, families are invited to bowl for free in the bowling alley. Bring your loved ones and make memories during this fun-filled evening. Free admission with your familiy weekend nametag. |
| Paul Engler College of Business Open House | 3PM-5PM | Classroom Center 220 | Explore and learn more about the Paul & Virginia Engler College of Business. |
| Paul Engler College of Natural Science Open House | 3PM-5PM | Natural Science Building Atrium | The College of Natural Sciences will host an open house with faculty present to meet families and students. Students will have the opportunity to give their family members a tour of the building, and light refreshments will be available. |
| Paul Engler College of Agriculture | 1PM-3PM | The Ag Bulding | The College of Agriculture will host an open house with faculty present to meet families and students. Students will have the opportunity to give their family members a tour of the building and meat lab, and light refreshments will be available. |
| Terry B. Rogers College of Education and Social Sciences | 3PM-5PM | Old Main 2nd Floor | The College of Education and Social Sciences will host an open house where faculty will be available to connect with students and their families. Students are encouraged to guide their family members on a tour of the building, and light freshments will be provided. |
| WT Theater Performance Dead Man's Cell Phone | 7:30PM | Happy State Bank Theater | Free for WTAMU Students, $15 per adult, $10 Studens and Senior Citizens (60 and over), $2 off per ticket with groups over 12. Box office Phone # 806-651-2810 |
| Saturday Sept. 27 | |||
| Autumn Fest Canyon Farmers Market | 8AM-12PM | 4th Ave and 15th St. | Local vendors, live music, and fall activies for the whole family. |
| Family Fun at the Activites Center | 8AM-6PM | Vigil Hensen Activities Center | Free admisssion with your family weekend nametag sponsored by REC Sports. |
| Family of the Year Brunch | 9AM | JBK Legacy Hall | Family of the Year Nominees will be recognized and winner will be announced. (For family of the year Nominees Only) |
| Buffs, Brew & Bites with WT Fan Gear | 10AM-12PM | 2306 4th Ave (Across the Street from WT Campus) | Hey Buffs… Come get your morning Brew & Bites with WT Fan Gear! |
| Maxwell's Pumpkin Farm | 10AM-9PM | 12908 S. Bell Street Amarillo, TX 79118 | Maxwell's Pumpkin Farm celebrates it's 18th year for a fun fall festival Over 30 activities including a sunflower field, pumpkin patch, and giant maze Great food and photo ops. $12 entry with student ID and Family weekend badges at the ticket booth. (Family Weekend discount only) |
| WTAMU Women's Soccer vs. Sul Ross State Canyon, TX | 1PM | Soccer Fields | Buy your tickets at gobuffsgo.com |
| Tailgate & Check-In | 3PM-6:30PM | 26th Street | Stop by the Family Weekend space for giveaways and fun. Free Coffee will be served from Journey Coffee. |
| WTAMU Football Vs. Western Oregon Canyon, TX | 7PM | Buffalo Stadium | Buy your tickets at gobuffsgo.com |
| WT Theater Performance Dead Man's Cell Phone | 7PM | Happy State Bank Theater | Free for WTAMU Students, $15 per adult, $10 Studens and Senior Citizens (60 and over), $2 off per ticket with groups over 12. Box office Phone # 806-651-2810 |
| Sunday Sept. 28 | |||
| Hike in the Palo Duro Canyon | 7:30AM | Palo Duro Canyon Meet in First United Bank Parking 7:30AM and Carpool |
WT Outdoors is hosting FREE special event during Family Weekend to unplug and connect while exploring the beauty of Palo Duro Canyon. Families are welcome to join a leisurely 2 mile hike guided by WT Outdoors after arriving to PDC or you may go explore on your own! No registration necessary, simply arrive at the FUB on campus at 7:30am to carpool to Palo Duro Canyon and gain your free entry for the day. Snacks and water provided by the Office of Orientation and Academic Success. |
| Maxwell's Pumpkin Farm | 10AM-9PM | 12908 S. Bell Street Amarillo, TX 79118 |
Maxwell's Pumpkin Farm celebrates it's 18th year for a fun fall festival Over 30 activities including a sunflower field, pumpkin patch, and giant maze Great food and photo ops. $12 entry with student ID and Family weekend badges at the ticket booth. (Family Weekend discount only) |
| WT Theater Performance Dead Man's Cell Phone | 2:30PM | Happy State Bank Theater |
Free for WTAMU Students, $15 per adult, $10 Studens and Senior Citizens (60 and over), $2 off per ticket with groups over 12. Box office Phone # 806-651-281 |
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 2025 Family of the Year nominations are opened until September 12, 2025.
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 806-651-2978 or email lthomas@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