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Fair Winds Family Weekend 2026
Discover how your student has made Cal Poly Maritime Academy their home!
Join us at Fair Winds Family Weekend to:
- Reconnect with your student or cadet.
- Meet fellow Cal Poly families.
- Engage in Learn by Doing lectures and labs led by esteemed faculty.
- Explore campus through interactive tours.
- Enjoy live music and fun activities.
- And SO MUCH MORE!
Fair Winds Family Weekend Registration
Join us Oct. 9–10 to discover how your student has made Cal Poly Maritime Academy their home. Reconnect with your student, meet fellow Maritime families and experience Cal Poly’s Learn by Doing spirit firsthand.
Registration includes lunch and dinner on Friday, plus doughnuts and lunch on Saturday. Current Cal Poly students, cadets and children under age 8 do not need to register to participate.
A complete schedule of events will be shared closer to the event and included in your welcome packet at check-in.
If you need a disability-related accommodation to participate in this event, please contact vdhill02@calpoly.edu.
Fair Winds Family Weekend Schedule
Check back regularly for updates — more details and events will be added soon!
Thursday, Oct. 8
CommUNITY Day: Culture and Connection
| TIME | TITLE | LOCATION |
|---|---|---|
| 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. | Culture and Connection Showcase | Quad |
| Afternoon | Campus Activities and Community-Building Experiences | TBD |
| Evening | Waterfront Celebration and Special Performance |
TBD |
Friday, Oct. 9
Fair Winds Family Weekend
| TIME | TITLE | LOCATION |
|---|---|---|
| 11 a.m. - Noon | Check-in | Rizza Foyer |
| Noon - 1:15 p.m. | Welcome Remarks and Waterfront Lunch | Rizza Foyer |
| 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. | "Learn by Doing" Faculty Panel | Rizza Foyer |
| 3:00 - 5:00 p.m. | Campus Activities and Interactive Sessions* | Rizza Foyer |
| 5:00 - 6:30 p.m. | Waterfront Family Dinner | Dining Center Lawn |
Saturday, Oct. 10
Fair Winds Family Weekend and Campus Ship Tours
| TIME | TITLE | LOCATION |
|---|---|---|
| 9 - 9:30 a.m. | Check-in with Coffee and Doughnuts | Rizza Foyer |
| 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. | Leadership Remarks, Ship and Pier Updates | Rizza Foyer |
| 10:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. | Ship Tours and Engagement Activities*: Open to the entire campus community! | Waterfront |
| 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. | Lunch and Farewell |
* Roster provided upon arrival on campus
Enjoy Your Stay in Vallejo
Make the most of your visit to Fair Winds Family Weekend by exploring Vallejo and the surrounding region. Whether you're staying for the weekend or extending your trip, you'll find plenty of opportunities to experience the Bay Area's scenic beauty, local history and vibrant communities.
Transportation
Vallejo is easily accessible by car and is within driving distance of both San Francisco International Airport (SFO) and Oakland International Airport (OAK). If you're traveling from out of town, consider arriving early or extending your stay to explore the Bay Area.
Things to Do
From waterfront parks and scenic hiking trails to local restaurants, shops and nearby Napa Valley, the Vallejo region offers a variety of activities for visitors. Explore historic downtown Benicia, take in views along the waterfront or enjoy the area's many dining and wine-tasting destinations.
Looking for hotel accommodations or things to do? Check out Visit Vallejo for recommendations.
