Parents & Families New Warriors Family Weekend
October 31 - November 2, 2025
Parents and guardians of new Westmont students, first-year year and transfer, you are invited to return to campus in November to see how your student is settling in to campus life. You can attend one of our open classes, attend chapel and to get a taste of collegiate life yourself!
New Warrior Weekend Registration is Free
SCHEDULE
Friday
Check in - stop by the Hospitality Table for your nametag and a weekend schedule, and a cup of coffee or tea to start your day.
8:00 a.m. – 2:45 p.m.
Location: Kerr Student Center – By Dining Commons Entrance
If you arrive later, you can check in from 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Location: President’s Patio, Kerrwood Hall (near Fountain)
Attend a Class
Various Locations
Some classes are able to welcome visiting parents and guardians. Review the list of open classes (coming soon) and go back to school—with no tests! Be prepared to participate.
Open classes will be posted here closer to the event.
10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Art Exhibit
Westmont Ridley-Tree Museum of Art
Lines of Inquiry: Westmont Art Faculty Exhibition
Briana Miyoko Art Exhibit
During the fall semester, the museum's lower level gallery will feature the work of Briana Miyoko, class of 2015.
10:30–11:20 a.m. Chapel
Murchison Gym
Global Focus/Sending: Saul Moreno
3:00-3:30 pm
President’s Patio, Kerrwood Hall (near Fountain)
COVE Career Resource Center presents insights for parents about resources and events for students, exciting new tools and programs and the demonstrated benefits to students who leverage these resources.
4–5:00 p.m. Parents Reception
President’s Patio, Kerrwood Hall (near Fountain)
Linger and connect with other parents during an all-parent reception, with deserts, coffee and hot cider.
7:00 p.m. Women's Volleyball vs Biola
Murchison Gym
Purchase tickets here.
7:30 p.m. Theatre production of Antigonick
Directed by Mitchell Thomas
Porter Theatre
Antigonick, MacArthur Genius and world-renowned poet Anne Carson’s free translation of Sophocles’ ancient and disturbing tragedy, is given entirely fresh language and new life in this poetic and thrilling production. Antigone has lost two brothers, but law demands that she can only bury one. Forced to bend to the will of a dictator, she takes a stand for her beliefs...
Tickets sold through box office.
Dinner on the Town Enjoy dinner in town with your student. Consider taking along their roommate or new friend. This is a great time to listen and learn more about your student's college life so far. Here are some local favorites.
Explore Santa Barbara! There are a number of fun, Free Things to Do in the Santa Barbara Area.
Saturday
9:00 am Check in for the weekend if you haven't already.
Global Leadership Center
10:00 - 11:30 am Parent Brunch and Learn
Global Leadership Center
12:00 pm Women's Soccer vs Point Loma
Purchase tickets here.
2:00 p.m. Theatre production of Antigonick
Tickets sold through box office.
2:30 p.m. Men's Soccer vs Point Loma
Purchase tickets here.
11:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Art Exhibit
Westmont Ridley-Tree Museum of Art
Lines of Inquiry: Westmont Art Faculty Exhibition
7:30 p.m. Theatre production of Antigonick
Tickets sold through box office.
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 2025
Morning
Worship at one of Santa Barbara’s many wonderful churches with your student, who may also enjoy brunch with you!
3:00 p.m. Fall Chamber Ensembles Concert
Westmont’s Deane Chapel
7:30 p.m. Theatre production of Antigonick
Tickets sold through box office.
FAQs
Is there dining on campus?
Feel free to dine on campus at the Dining Commons, which accepts payment at the door (cashless).
A visiting family member has special needs. Who do I contact?
Please email us at parents@westmont.edu or call (805) 565-6056 so we can advise on disabled parking or other questions.
Where should I park?
Please use any open parking lots.
What are the bookstore hours?
You can stock up on Warrior gear during the following hours:
Friday 8:45 a.m.-4:30 p.m. (Note, bookstore is closed during chapel, 10:30-11:20 a.m.)
Saturday 10:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
Shop online at all hours here.
What athletic events are taking place?
You can find all the athletic team schedules here.
I have more questions!
Give us a call at (805) 565-6056 or email parents@westmont.edu.