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’26 Doolie Day Out

Doolie Day Out provides Basic Cadets with the opportunity to regroup and get ready for Jacks Valley and the final push to complete Basic Cadet Training.

Pikes Peak or Bust Rodeo

July 16 is Academy day at Pikes Peak or Bust Rodeo! The edge-of-your-seat rodeo action will include Steer Wrestling, Bareback Bronc Riding, Tie-down Roping, Saddle Bronc Riding, Team Roping, and […]

Ceremonial groundbreaking for new visitor center

A ceremonial groundbreaking is scheduled Monday, July 25, at 9 a.m. for the new Air Force Academy Visitor Center and True North Commons Development outside the Academy’s North Gate. The […]

Prep School BMT Graduation

Cadet candidates graduate from an 18-day Basic Military Training (BMT) program. Upon graduation of BMT, they are ready to start the academic year. Learn more about the Prep School.

Basic Cadet Training (BCT) ends

The first of many challenges at the U.S. Air Force Academy is Basic Cadet Training (BCT). A six-week indoctrination program has guided the transformation of new cadets, also known as […]

Basic Cadet Training Culminating Event

Family, friends and members of the public are invited to cheer on the Class of 2026 basic cadets as they complete a major milestone in their Academy experience and prepare […]

Classes resume

The new academic year has commenced and the cadets are back in session. Take a peek into the lives they lead.

75th Air Force Legends Tour

The Air Force Association’s 75th Anniversary Legends Tour is coming to the U.S. Air Force Academy. Cadets will meet five Air Force “Legends” and the event doubles as the 2022-23 […]

Parents’ Weekend

Parents' Weekend is an exciting opportunity for cadets to reconnect with their family for the first time following Basic Cadet Training. It is held over Labor Day weekend and includes […]

POW MIA 10k run/walk

The Air Force Sergeant Association Chapter 1180 is hosting a free 10k run/walk to remember and honor the heroism of Prisoners of War and those Missing in Action.   0700-0745: […]