Acceptance Day (A-Day)
Welcome to the Corps of Cadets!
Plebe today, West Point graduate and Army officer tomorrow.
On Acceptance Day, Saturday, August 19, 2017, your cadet will have finished Cadet Basic Training, and will officially join the Corps of Cadets, making the transition from new cadet to cadet. In the unique parade and ceremony, The United States Military Academy Class of 2021 will symbolically march to join the three upper Classes of Cadets on the West Point Plain.
There are two options for making A-Day reservations:
Please call 845-446-4731 Extension 1.
A-Day reservations require:
View Frequently Asked A-Day Questions
*Rates are per night. Does not include taxes, and fees. Based on availability. A refund may be issued if cadet parts from the Academy for any reason upon receipt of a copy of separation document.
There are two options for making A-Day reservations:
- Before the general public: You may book your A-Day reservations before the general public when you book your Preferred Graduation Reservation.
- With the general public: You may book your A-Day reservations with the general public after Graduation has sold out on R-Day.
Please call 845-446-4731 Extension 1.
A-Day reservations require:
- 2 night minimum - Arrival on Friday, August 18, 2017 and a Departure on Sunday, August 20, 2017
- Full payment is due at time of booking
View Frequently Asked A-Day Questions
*Rates are per night. Does not include taxes, and fees. Based on availability. A refund may be issued if cadet parts from the Academy for any reason upon receipt of a copy of separation document.
Plebe Parent Weekend (PPW)
Time to celebrate again!
Plebe-Parent Weekend will take place March 9-11, 2018.
Just before spring break for the Class of 2021, the Plebes will take over running the Corps of Cadets here at West Point, and parents are invited for an inside look at West Point. Build bonds that will last a lifetime, meet fellow parents of the Class of 2021, and share your experiences thus far on this unforgettable journey.
PPW reservations require:
To book, please call our Reservations Department at 845-446-4731, Ext. 1.
*Rates are per night. Does not include taxes, and fees. Based on availability. A refund may be issued if cadet parts from the Academy for any reason upon receipt of a copy of separation document.
PPW reservations require:
- 2 night minimum - Arrival on Friday, March 9, 2018, with a Departure on Sunday, March 11, 2018.
- Full payment at the time of booking.
To book, please call our Reservations Department at 845-446-4731, Ext. 1.
*Rates are per night. Does not include taxes, and fees. Based on availability. A refund may be issued if cadet parts from the Academy for any reason upon receipt of a copy of separation document.
Graduation Class of 2021
"To make reservations 4 years in advance at the Thayer might seem too far away,
however the rooms go quickly for this hotel that is 'on post and convenient.'"
- Don Glass, Proud West Point Parent
however the rooms go quickly for this hotel that is 'on post and convenient.'"
- Don Glass, Proud West Point Parent
Believe it or not, Graduation reservations book up in the cadet's Plebe year. In fact, you can book Preferred Graduation Reservations today! West Point is full of tradition, and Graduation is an experience that will not be forgotten. Be sure to choose accommodations that are convenient, so you don't miss any of the graduation activities.
The Historic Thayer Hotel at West Point will be taking General Graduation Reservations on R-Day, but Premium Graduation Reservations are open now.
Graduation guest room reservations require:
- Four night minimum stay to include all graduation activities
- Full payment at time of booking
To book your Premium Graduation Reservation now, please contact Marrissa Selby, Director of Front Office, or Erin Norman, Reservations Manager, at 845-446-4731, extension 1.
With your Premium Graduation Reservation you get:
- First choice of available rooms
- Ability to reserve A-Day before the General Public
- Discounted Plebe Parent Weekend (PPW)
- Free overnight stay to be used by December 31, 2018**
To book your General Graduation Reservation beginning on R-Day, you can reserve starting at 6 am at The Historic Thayer Hotel's Booth at Eisenhower Hall, or at 8 am via our phone lines at 845-446-4731, Extension 1.
*Rates are per night. Does not include taxes, and fees. Based on availability. A refund may be issued if cadet parts from the Academy for any reason upon receipt of a copy of separation document.
**Restrictions apply. Based on availability. Not available on blackout dates.
Class of 2018 Graduation FAQ's