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

It’s all about teamwork! Join the Seawolf Search, a campus-wide adventure filled with clever clues, hidden gems, and must-see SSU hotspots.
1:30 pm
– 3:00 pm
Seawolf Plaza

Experience first-hand the fast changing and curious world of AI and Robotics.
3:00 pm
– 4:00 pm
Makerspace, Schulz Information Center

Join us for a fun afternoon at Sonoma State University with music, food trucks, a kids zone, games, and a wine and beer garden!
4:00 pm
– 7:00 pm
Main Quad (Between Stevenson Hall and Wine Spectator Learning Center)

Save the date for a great evening under the stars at our Outdoor Movie Night featuring Jurassic World: Rebirth (PG-13)!
7:30 pm
Person Lawn

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 Patch is offering free general admission or $5 discount on an upgraded pass when you mention Big Blue Weekend!
9:00 am
– 8:00 pm
5157 Stony Point Rd, Santa Rosa

10:00 am
– 2:00 pm
Second Floor, Student Center

Campus Recreation will be open for guests to tour the facility during Big Blue Weekend!
10:00 am
– 7:00 pm
Campus Recreation

Join us for a special campus tour during Big Blue Weekend! Enjoy complimentary coffee and pastries at 10 a.m. This tour is the perfect opportunity to learn more about what our campus has to offer.
10:30 am
– 11:30 am
Welcome Center, Salazar

The University Art Gallery welcomes you to enjoy the latest exhibition, Reclaim Repurpose, Reimagine!
11:00 am
– 3:00 pm
University Art Gallery (Art Building 101)