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Schedule of Events

We are thrilled to have students, alumni, parents, families, faculty, staff, and community members on campus for Big Blue Weekend and Parent & Family Weekend 2025! Save the date for October 3-5, and keep an eye on this page for event updates. 

Explore each event by clicking on the event for more details and contact information.

Upcoming Events

3 Oct | Friday
3 students working out at campus recreation
Campus Recreation Facility Tours

Campus Recreation will be open for guests to tour the facility during Big Blue Weekend!

7:00 am – 11:00 pm
Campus Recreation

Student buying sonoma state apparel and swag at the university store
University Store Open

Stop by the University Store during Big Blue Weekend and grab your latest Sonoma State apparel, spirit wear, and branded swag.

7:30 am – 3:00 pm
2nd Floor, Student Center

Students getting coffee at Sip
Sip is Open

Sip is a favorite campus coffee shop that provides Starbucks signature beverages from espresso drinks and tea to pastries and warm breakfast sandwiches.

7:30 am – 3:00 pm
1st Floor, Student Center

Group of students walking into The Kitchens
The Kitchens is Open for Meals (No Host)

Join us at The Kitchens during Big Blue Weekend for a meal that’s as relaxing as it is delicious!

8:00 am – 8:00 pm
1st Floor, Student Center

Santa rosa pumpkin patch
Santa Rosa Pumpkin Patch Offer

Santa Rosa Patch is offering free general admission or $5 discount on an upgraded pass when you mention Big Blue Weekend!

11:00 am – 9:00 pm
5157 Stony Point Rd, Santa Rosa

Student eating dinner together at Lobo's pub
Lobo’s is Open

Lobo's is our very own campus pub! Enjoy homemade specialty pizzas, sandwiches, and all the classic appetizers, along with desserts. 

11:30 am – 7:00 pm
1st Floor, Student Center

Parents checking in at big blue weekend
Parent and Family Weekend Registration and Check-in

Kick-off Parent and Family Weekend by stopping by our check-in table! Pick up your schedule, get the latest event details, and connect with fellow Seawolf families.

5:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Seawolf Plaza

teddy bear reading a book
Build-A-Bear Night

Join us for an exciting Friday Night Live event featuring Build a Bear! Don't miss the chance to create your own cuddly companion at our Build a Bear station.

6:00 pm
Weyden + Brewster, Student Center

SSU alumni at GMC reception
Sabores y Sonrisas “Flavors and Smiles” hosted by the Sonoma State University Alumni Association

Alumni Association

6:00 pm – 7:15 pm
Prive, Green Music Center

Mariachi Herencia de Mexico
Mariachi Herencia de México: La Nueva Generación Tour

¡Viva el mariachi! A new generation takes mariachi to whole new heights—2x Latin Grammy Award–nominee Mariachi Herencia de México pushes the boundaries of traditional mariachi music.

7:30 pm
Weill Hall, Green Music Center