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Events

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. 

Parking is complimentary in General Parking Lots during Big Blue Weekend and Seawolf Family Weekend, from October 3-5, 2025. No parking passes are needed.

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

Upcoming Events

3 Oct | Friday
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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, First Floor, 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

4 Oct | Saturday
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Seawolf 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 before you head in for the Harvest Bubbles Brunch.

8:30 am – 11:00 am
Seawolf Plaza

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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!

9:00 am – 7:30 pm
First 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!

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

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Parent and Family Association Harvest, Bubbles, & Brunch

Parents and families, join us for a delightful Harvest Bubbles & Brunch hosted by the Parent and Family Association!

9:30 am – 11:00 am
Lobo’s and Weyden + Brewster, First Floor, Student Center

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University Store Open
The University Store is providing a 10% discount for anyone who mentions Big Blue Weekend at checkout.

10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Second Floor, Student Center

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Campus Recreation Guest Open Hours

Campus Recreation will be open for guests for open gym, pickleball/basketball, and open climbing.

10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Campus Recreation

Library
Library is Open

The University Library supports Sonoma State University researchers and students. Come explore the University Library! 

10:00 am – 4:00 pm
University Library