FRIENDS, FAMILY & GRADUATION
Friends and Family Night is Friday evening at Camp Liberty. Graduation Review is Saturday at 10 a.m. at West Point High School in West Point, Alabama. Plan for both parts of your Challenger’s graduation weekend.
Camp Liberty · Battleground, Alabama · Cullman County, North Alabama
TWO EVENTS. ONE PROUD WEEKEND.
FRIDAY EVENING
Friday evening at Camp Liberty.
Join your Challenger for Retreat, the formal lowering of the American flag, followed by a multimedia look at training. Meet Cadre and “Battle Buddies,” reconnect with your Challenger and visit the authorized areas of Camp Liberty.
Wear comfortable, casual clothing. Follow the current event announcement for arrival, parking and visitor instructions.
SATURDAY · 10 a.m.
Saturday at 10 a.m. at West Point High School in West Point, Alabama.
Attend the formal ceremony recognizing completed training and the achievements of the graduating courses. It is a meaningful moment for Challengers, their families and the Cadre who trained them.
Review visitor and attire instructions in the current Parents’ Guide and official Facebook updates. Allow time after the ceremony for the required check-out process.
2027 GRADUATION WEEKENDS
Use the Graduation column in the course schedule for every course in your Challenger’s enrollment. The Fitness Challenge and Service Support do not have a separate Graduation Review. These summer weekends do not apply to CTSTC; its Final Formation is January 2, 2027, with no Friends and Family Night.
Friday eveningJun 25 · Friends and Family Night
Camp Liberty
Saturday · 10 a.m.Jun 26 · Graduation Review
West Point High School · West Point, Alabama
Friday eveningJul 9 · Friends and Family Night
Camp Liberty
Saturday · 10 a.m.Jul 10 · Graduation Review
West Point High School · West Point, Alabama
Friday eveningJul 23 · Friends and Family Night
Camp Liberty
Saturday · 10 a.m.Jul 24 · Graduation Review
West Point High School · West Point, Alabama
Follow current program instructions for Friday-evening arrival, parking and visitor arrangements at Camp Liberty.
Check Course Graduation Dates ↗BEFORE YOU BOOK
The Parents’ Guide and official XMC Facebook updates provide event details. Enrolled families should also follow the Family Readiness Group announcements. Match your visit to the approved 2027 dates above and follow the current visitor instructions before booking lodging or travel.
Challenger barracks are off-limits to visitors. This protects the privacy of Challengers and supports youth-protection standards. Unscheduled visits during training are not permitted; coordinate any special request through Admissions.
Friday’s family event and Saturday’s Graduation Review take place at different locations, as listed above. Camp Liberty Map & Directions ↗
MORE THAN ONE COURSE?
A combined program may include more than one graduation weekend. Check each course’s schedule and follow the instructions for Cadets continuing into their next course.
Any pass or furlough for a Cadet continuing training requires program authorization and the current parent-permission and CampMinder procedures. If another family will assume responsibility, complete the approved release arrangements before the event.
Follow the authorized check-out, return time and check-in instructions. Coordinate final departure and airport transportation with Admissions before booking. XMC transportation is available only to enrolled Challengers. Parents may not ride in any XMC corporate vehicle and must arrange their own transportation.Local transportation options in Cullman County are very limited. Uber and Lyft availability is rare. Parents should arrange their own transportation before traveling.
Open the Parent Portal ↗A PARENT-LED TRADITION
The Challengers’ Feast follows the Gauntlet on the Thursday before Cadet Field Leader Course graduation. It recognizes the work, teamwork and perseverance of the Cadets.
Parent volunteers organize and serve the Feast, bringing it together through donations. For many Cadets, it is their first opportunity for sweets, sodas and similar treats during that Training Mission.
All Cadets on post are allowed to attend the Challengers’ Feast, including Cadets in other courses. Recruits on post are not permitted to attend.
The event remains subject to performance and command approval. Thursday’s Feast is separate from Friday’s Friends and Family Night and Saturday’s Graduation Review.
Watch the enrolled-family announcements for donation needs, volunteer assignments and approved arrival arrangements. Coordinate support through the Family Readiness Group and follow the event’s instructions before coming to Camp Liberty.
Family Readiness Group & Enrolled-family Access ↗Immediate family members serving on active duty, in the Reserve or retired from the Armed Forces may visit during the training week only with advance approval from the Commander. Approved military-family visitors are expected to wear their uniform and may be invited to speak with Challengers about their service.
Request approval through Admissions before planning a visit. Challenger barracks remain off-limits to visitors, and all youth-protection and release procedures apply.
BEFORE YOUR VISIT
Register at the Command Post, observe the 5 mph speed limit and keep vehicles off the grass. All activity stops at noon for the National Anthem. Open carry is restricted to authorized personnel, and the camp’s smoking and vaping rules apply to visitors.
Complete visitor rules and assistance ↗
Parents must arrange off-site lodging for summer visits; staying at Camp Liberty is not an option during summer training. Summer Lodging Options ↗