Family Weekend 2024

Family and friends of current Biola students are invited to attend Family Weekend 2024.

We've planned fun events for families and students to spend intentional time together. Enjoy activities on Biola's campus and explore the surrounding Los Angeles area! Events are optional as this weekend is designed for you to create memories with your students.

We can't wait to see you!

WEEKEND SCHEDULE

Friday, October 25

4:00 - 5:30 p.m. | Check-In

Come say hello and ask us questions! Biola staff will be outside the Cafe to greet you. 

5:00 - 6:45 p.m. | BIOLA WELCOME HOUR

Dinner in the Cafe

Enjoy a classic dinner in Biola’s Cafe with your student and make sure to get a cone with your student's favorite...Dole Whip. Families will stay in the cafe or take it to-go and grab a seat on Metzger Lawn. Payment will be taken directly from Cafe staff.

Please note: Biola students can use their ID card/meal plan.

7:00-9:00 p.m. | PUNK-N-PIE STUDENT TALENT SHOW

Watch Biola students show off their skills at our annual talent show and enjoy free pumpkin pie after the show. Bring your own blankets or chairs to enjoy the show.

Saturday, October 26

All-day activities:

9:30 a.m. | PRAISE, PANCAKES & POP-TARTS

Location: Ethel Lee Auditorium

Join us for a time of worship with other Biola families and students and President Corey, and enjoy a light breakfast immediately following.

11:00 - 11:45 a.m. | CAMPUS VISIT-FREE TIME

Journey through some of Biola’s schools and experience hands-on activities. No registration is required.

• AI Lab Tour: Crowell Business Building

• Exhibitions Open and Green Gallery: Bardwell

• Lyman Stewart Exhibit: Library 

• Student Union Building Tour
  

12 p.m. | EAGLES BBQ ON THE LAWN

Location: Metzger Lawn

Enjoy a casual lunch with your student and family and experience some of Biola students’ favorite lawn games and a round of BIOLA Bingo! Have your QR ready to scan. 

Cost:  Register by Monday, October 21. We are sold out, but you are welcome to purchase lunch at one of the eateries and join us on the lawn!

1:15 - 2:45 p.m. | CAMPUS VISIT-FREE TIME

Journey through some of Biola’s schools and experience hands-on activities. Details will be updated. No registration is required.

• AI Lab Tour: Crowell Business Building

• Exhibitions Open and Green Gallery: Bardwell

• Lyman Stewart Exhibit: Library

• Student Union Building Tour

3:00 p.m. | FAMILY KICKBALL | Register Here

Enjoy some friendly competition with other Biola families over a classic game of kickball led by special guest team captains.

Continue your evening on campus with the Biola Community!

4:00 p.m. Men’s Soccer Game vs. Vanguard University (Senior Day)

7:00 p.m. Women’s Soccer Game vs. Vanguard University (Senior Day)

Biola students, staff, faculty, and alumni are free. General admission is $10. Tickets sold at biola.edu/tickets

7:30 p.m. PRISM Concert | Ticketed Event

Created in 1992, the annual PRISM Concert has become an integral component of our fall concert series, offering guests a wonderful glimpse into the spectrum of talent housed in the Conservatory of Music. Ensembles large and small, as well as student soloists, unite in a program demonstrating musical and artistic excellence and great spirit.
This concert sells out quickly, so purchase your Tickets in advance!

Looking for other areas to visit around town?

Ideas to create your own experience:

• Visit local shops or take your student grocery shopping

• Play a round of frisbee golf at La Mirada Regional Park

• Explore Downtown Fullerton or Uptown Whittier

• Irvine Regional Park and Zoo

  • Parking: $3 to $5

  • Zoo Entry: $2 pp

  • Pumpkin Patch (Free with paid/ticketed activities available)

    • OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK (weather permitting)
      

• Go on a local hike