Community Leisure

  • ANNOUNCEMENTS

    Spring Organ Recital
    The next spring organ recital performance is scheduled at 2:30 p.m. March 22 at the Cadet Chapel with Matthew Barto from Florida State University performing.

    Balfour Beatty Communities Foundation Scholarship Program
    Applications are now being accepted for the Balfour Beatty Communities Foundation scholarship program for the 2020-21 academic year. All residents living in Balfour Beatty Communities housing—including spouses and children—who are pursuing a degree are eligible to apply.
    The Balfour Beatty Communities Foundation Scholarship Program recognizes those residents who are students or aspiring students excelling academically and looking to make a difference both in and out of the classroom.
    Scholarship applicants must currently reside in Balfour Beatty Communities housing and plan to attend or already attend an accredited college or university in the fall of 2020, or be enrolled in a program of study designed to transfer directly into a four-year program. Read More

    Posted on March 20th, 2020 3:46 pm

  • FEATURED ITEM

    Fallen Comrades Run
    Join the Army West Point marathon team as it hosts the Fallen Comrades Run, which is a half-marathon race, March 22 at West Point. The ruck portion of the race begins at 8 a.m. The run portion begins at 9 a.m. The starting point is Mills Road, directly outside Michie Stadium. The race ends on the field in Michie Stadium.
    Visit the course website through the Army West Point marathon team’s Facebook page or the QR code. Read More

    Posted on March 5th, 2020 3:48 pm

  • OUTSIDE THE GATES

    Grace Baptist Church of Highland Falls services
    West Point families are invited to attend services at the Grace Baptist Church, located at 54 Old State Road in Highland Falls. The church is near Thayer Gate.
    Services are held at 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. Sunday and at 7 p.m. Wednesday. Sunday School for all ages starts at 9:45 a.m. It also has seasonal Bible studies for men, women and college-aged young people. Transportation is provided as needed. For details on the Grace Baptist Church, visit www.gracebaptistny.org. Read More

    Posted on March 5th, 2020 2:42 pm

  • KACH recognizes volunteers

    On June 21, Keller Army Community Hospital recognized the Red Cross volunteers who provided assistance in six different medical departments and the front desk. The 20 volunteers provided an average of 208 volunteer hours per month, and more than 2,500 hours per year. The citation they received reads: “In recognition of the unwavering contributions you make daily in support of Keller Army Community Hospital and the West Point community. Your continuous support and willingness to devote your time has positively impacted the lives of the staff, America’s service members and their families. Your commitment to the American Red Cross volunteer program displays the true meaning of volunteerism and has been a critical contributing factor to the high level of customer service and clinical support provided by the hospital. Read More

    Posted on June 27th, 2019 5:53 pm

  • West Point Band presents ‘West Point Block Party’

    The West Point Band’s Benny Havens Band will continue the Music Under the Stars concert series with a performance titled “West Point Block Party,” at 7:30 p.m. Saturday at the Trophy Point Amphitheater.
    The Benny Havens Band will kick off the summer with their own A-list playlist, featuring everything from classic rock and pop favorites to old school hip-hop and R&B.
    We invite all West Point families and the surrounding community to come out and enjoy an evening of carefree summer fun with live music by the Army’s favorite party band. This concert is free and open to all.
    Please RSVP by visiting westpointband.eventbrite.com. Registering for this event allows us to send you up-to-date concert information.
    Established in 1817, the West Point Band is the Army’s oldest musical organization and continues to provide world-class music to educate, train and inspire the Corps of Cadets and to serve as ambassadors of the U.S. Read More

    Posted on June 27th, 2019 5:34 pm

  • Independence Day Celebration

    The West Point Band will present its annual Independence Day Celebration with fireworks at 7:30 p.m. July 6 at the Trophy Point Amphitheater. In case of inclement weather, this outdoor concert will move to 7:30 p.m. July 7. This annual favorite event is free and open to all, and will feature performances by the West Point Concert Band, the band’s field music group the “Hellcats,” and America’s favorite party band, the Benny Havens Band. Read More

    Posted on June 27th, 2019 5:33 pm

  • West Point Band presents “Strike Up the Band!”

    The West Point Band will continue its Music Under the Stars concert series with a performance titled “Strike Up the Band!” at 7:30 p.m. Saturday at the Trophy Point Amphitheater.
    This concert of classics will include military marches and concert band masterpieces.
    In the event of inclement weather, the concert will take place at Eisenhower Hall Theatre. This performance is free and open to all. Please RSVP by visiting westpointband.eventbrite.com. Registering for this event allows us to send you up-to-date concert information.
    Strike up the band—summer is officially here. Join the West Point Band on the historic campus of the U.S. Military Academy for an evening of electrifying music and stunning views at scenic Trophy Point Amphitheater.
    As they welcome back to the stage band alumni, along with former Army band commanders retired Col. Read More

    Posted on June 20th, 2019 1:17 pm

  • West Point Band kicks off “Music Under the Stars” Saturday

    The West Point Band will kick off its “Music Under the Stars” concert series with a performance by the West Point Jazz Ensemble titled “Get the Message!” at 7:30 p.m. Saturday at the Trophy Point Amphitheater at West Point.
    Audiences are welcome to bring picnics, visit the beautiful and historic grounds at the U.S. Military Academy, and enjoy scenic Hudson River views at sunset.
    This performance is free and open to all. Please RSVP by visiting westpointband.eventbrite.com. Registering for this event allows the Band to send you up-to-date concert information, such as weather cancellations.
    The West Point Jazz Ensemble, comprised of members of the West Point Band, is proud to present this centennial tribute to percussion master and bandleader Art Blakey. Read More

    Posted on June 6th, 2019 3:14 pm

  • West Point Band kicks off “Music Under the Stars” June 8

    The West Point Band will kick off its “Music Under the Stars” concert series with a performance by the West Point Jazz Ensemble titled “Get the Message!” at 7:30 p.m. June 8 at the Trophy Point Amphitheater at West Point.
    Audiences are welcome to bring picnics, visit the beautiful and historic grounds at the U.S. Military Academy and enjoy scenic Hudson River views at sunset.

    This performance is free and open to all. Please RSVP by visiting westpointband.eventbrite.com. Registering for this event allows the band to send you up-to-date concert information, such as weather cancellations.
    The West Point Jazz Ensemble, comprised of members of the West Point Band, is proud to present this centennial tribute to percussion master and bandleader Art Blakey. Read More

    Posted on May 30th, 2019 1:32 pm

  • Graduation Week, Day Activities through Saturday

    WEST POINT, N.Y.—Approximately 985 cadets will graduate from the U.S. Military Academy and be commissioned as second lieutenants in the U.S. Army on Saturday.
    The following are the main events during Graduation Week at West Point.

    Today
    • 10:30 a.m.—Superintendent’s Award Streamer Review, The Plain.

    • 1 p.m.—Superintendent’s Reception with 3rd Regiment cadets and families, Quarters 100.

    • 3 p.m.—Superintendent’s Reception with 4th Regiment cadets and families, Quarters 100.

    • 5:30 p.m.—Superintendent’s Awards and Convocation Dinner, Eisenhower Hall.

    Friday
    • 11 a.m.—Graduation Parade, The Plain.

    • 6 p.m.—Graduation Banquet, Washington Hall.

    Saturday
    • 10 a.m.—Graduation Exercise, commencement speaker is Vice President of the United States Mike Pence, Michie Stadium. Read More

    Posted on May 23rd, 2019 2:24 pm

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