Community Events
Homecoming 2023
Join us for Homecoming 2023 activities! Hang out with family and friends taking in all that BVU and Storm Lake have to offer.
Friday, Oct. 13
6 p.m. | Men’s Soccer Game vs. Dordt University
Peterson Field at J. Leslie Rollins Stadium
Cheer on the Beavers as they take on the Defenders!
8 p.m. | Alumni Band and Beer Garden
Ballroom - Campus Dining
Join us for a concert with the band, Bound 2 Be.
Saturday, Oct. 14
9 a.m. | Admissions Fall Visit Day
Siebens Forum
Check-in at Fireside Lounge
Bring your future Beaver to campus!
9 a.m. | Boat Races - Cancelled
Student Rec House
We’re bringing this tradition to Homecoming weekend! Watch student organizations race their cardboard boats in beautiful Storm Lake.
10 a.m. | Alumni Association Pregame Party
South Forum Lawn
Join us on the South Forum Lawn for an alumni gathering! Grilled burgers, hot dogs, chips, and beverages from our beer garden are available for purchase.
10 a.m. | Open Outdoor Wrestling Practice
Sidewalk between Pierce/White Halls and Smith Hall
Come watch the Men’s Wrestling team in action as they prepare for their upcoming season.
10 a.m. | Drive-In Tailgate
J. Leslie Rollins Stadium
Join us at J. Leslie Rollins Stadium for a Beaver tailgate. Drive-in entrance is at the southeast corner. Bring your own tailgating food and beverages or grab something to eat on campus.
- Cost is $10 per car and $15 per RV plus game tickets: $6 per adults, $3 per students and seniors 65+.
10 a.m. | Buford's Bunch Party
South Forum Lawn
Party on the South Forum Lawn with Buford himself! Get in the game spirit with your Buford's Bunch t-shirt, pompoms, tattoos, and inflatables!
11 a.m.-1 p.m. | Beaver Market
South Forum Lawn
Come shop the market featuring local vendors.
Homecoming Food:
• Campus Dining: Eat inside Siebens Forum through campus dining.
• Enjoy concessions in J. Leslie Rollins Stadium prior to the game.
1 p.m. | BVU Football vs. Luther College
Peterson Field at J. Leslie Rollins Stadium
Cheer the Beavers on to a Homecoming victory!
4:30 p.m. | 5th Quarter
Dows Multipurpose Room
Join alumni and friends for light hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar after the football game.
6:30 p.m. | BVU Music Showcase
Schaller Chapel
Enjoy a performance by BVU choir and jazz band.