Winter Family Weekend

Celebrate the winter season with Winter Family Weekend at Bethel University! This new tradition invites students and families to come together for a cozy, festive weekend filled with connection and winter fun. Enjoy a full lineup of activities across campus — from cross country skiing and a paint night with live music, to student performances, athletic contests and parent and family sessions. Whether you’re cheering on the Royals at the big game, exploring the snow-filled campus, or warming up at our evening bonfire, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

Friday, February 6

Winter Family Weekend Information Central
9 a.m.–2 p.m. | Ticket Office, Community Life Center (CLC), Level 1
Stop by to pick up a schedule and a name tag and get your questions answered for the weekend!

Campus Store Open
9 a.m.–4 p.m. | Brushaber Commons (BC), Level 2
Shop the Campus Store for all your Bethel gear!

Lunch 
11 a.m.-2 p.m. | Monson Dining Center, Brushaber Commons (BC), Level 3
Experience lunch on campus, and enjoy the variety and appeal of Bethel’s delicious buffet-style dining. Payment can be made at the Monson Dining Center (credit/debit cards preferred). Parents and families are welcome to use their student’s meal plan.

Women’s Hockey vs. St. Mary’s University
7 p.m. | Bethel University Arena - National Sports Center
Cheer on the Royals as they take on the Cardinals in this MIAC match-up! Tickets can be purchased at the arena - $10/adults and $5/students. Admission is free for children under 5 years of age.

West Side Story
7:30 p.m. | Benson Great Hall, Community Life Center (CLC), Level 1
Young lovers are caught between prejudice and warring street gangs in one of the most important and powerful musicals of all time. Purchase your tickets today!

Saturday, February 7

Winter Family Weekend Information Central
10 a.m.–12 p.m. | Ticket Office, Community Life Center (CLC), Level 1
Stop by to pick up a schedule and a name tag and get your questions answered for the weekend!

Campus Store Open
10 a.m.–5 p.m. | Brushaber Commons (BC), Level 2
Shop the Campus Store for all your Bethel gear!

Parent & Family Session: Campus Ministries
11-11:45 a.m. | Olson Boardroom

Parent & Family Session: Student Experience
11-11:45 a.m. | The Studio

Parent & Family Session: International Programs
1-1:45 p.m. | Olson Boardroom

Parent & Family Session: The Bethel Career Commitment – Helping Students Launch with Purpose
1-1:45 p.m. | The Studio
Come and learn about the Bethel Career Commitment and how The Studio for Vocation and Calling helps students find their purpose and take the best next steps to launch when they graduate. We will discuss available resources, how families can help, and answer your questions.

Women’s Basketball vs. College of St. Scholastica
1 p.m. | Robertson Center (RC) Gym
Cheer on the Royals as they take on the Saints in this MIAC match-up! Tickets can be purchased at the gym - $10/adults and $5/students. Admission is free for children under 5 years of age.

Outdoor Winter Activities & Fireside Cider
1-4 p.m. | Lobby, Community Life Center (CLC), Level 1
Snowshoe, cross country ski or simply hike campus trails in the winter wonderland. Outdoor gear will be available for check out in the Community Life Center Lobby. Then grab a cup of hot cider and head to the firepits by Lake Valentine.

Men’s Basketball vs. College of St. Scholastica
3 p.m. | Robertson Center (RC) Gym
Cheer on the Royals as they take on the Saints in this MIAC match-up! Tickets can be purchased at the gym - $10/adults and $5/students. Admission is free for children under 5 years of age.

Men’s Hockey vs. St. Mary’s University
5 p.m. | Bethel University Arena - National Sports Center
Cheer on the Royals as they take on the Cardinals in this MIAC match-up! Tickets can be purchased at the arena - $10/adults and $5/students. Admission is free for children under 5 years of age.

Dinner
5-6:30 p.m. | Monson Dining Center, Brushaber Commons (BC), Level 3
Experience dinner on campus, and enjoy the variety and appeal of Bethel’s delicious buffet-style dining. Payment can be made at the Monson Dining Center (credit/debit cards preferred). Parents and families are welcome to use their student’s meal plan. We encourage students and families to come to the “Family Weekend” section of the Dining Center on the main floor.

Coffee & Canvas Cafe
7-9 p.m. | Underground, Brushaber Commons (BC), Level 2
Listen to student musicians, sip a hot beverage and enjoy a treat while playing a card game or painting your own Bethel-inspired watercolor artwork (while supplies last). A small fee of $5/person is required at the door to participate in the watercolor artwork activity.

West Side Story
7:30 p.m. | Benson Great Hall, Community Life Center (CLC), Level 1
Young lovers are caught between prejudice and warring street gangs in one of the most important and powerful musicals of all time. Purchase your tickets today!