Celebrate Homecoming & Family Weekend with us and enjoy our beautiful West Palm Beach campus! You'll get the chance to connect with alumni, students, families, faculty and staff while we cheer on the Sailfish, worship together at Chapel, honor outstanding members of our community and look forward to the exciting future of Palm Beach Atlantic University.
Join us this Spring for Homecoming & Family Weekend at our West Palm Beach campus. Come be a part of this special weekend celebration and experience the vibrant community and future of PBA!
Highlights Include:
| 12–4 p.m. | Registration Station Check-in and receive your registration packet, plus enter our PBA giveaway contest to win PBA gear! Please note: You must check in at the registration station BEFORE you jump into all the other festivities. | Rinker Green |
| Scavenger Hunt Join the fun and participate in the PBA Scavenger Hunt. Follow the scavenger hunt prompts in your registration packet. If you complete every item, return your sheet to the Registration Station to be entered into a raffle. | ||
| Shop at Campus Store Take some time to browse our campus store and enjoy 10% off during this special weekend. | ||
| Various Times | Attend a Class Class options coming shortly, check back soon to select a PBA class to visit. | Various Locations |
| 11:30 a.m.–12:15 p.m. | West Palm Beach Food Tour Join other PBA families on a private Downtown West Palm Beach Food Tour where you’ll savor South Florida flavors, learn about tropical fruits, discover hidden gems, hear entertaining stories about our past, admire colorful street art and taste the best Key Lime Pie in town. You’ll visit five restaurants in one day and enjoy plenty of food for lunch. Reservations are required. Please click the link HERE to choose your tour date and make reservations, or call Kristl at 561-331-1158. Save $5 per person with promo code: PBA. For more details, please visit WestPalmBeachFoodTour.com | Visit Palm Beach, Off-Campus |
| 1 p.m. | Li’l Sibs & Alumni Campus Tour Siblings, family and friends of current PBA students are invited to tour the campus and learn more about PBA from the Admissions team. Alumni are invited to join and see new buildings on campus and learn of updates to PBA programs. Tours last about an hour, space is limited. | Admissions Office, Sachs Hall |
| 3–4:30 p.m | 42nd Great American Bug Race One of PBA’s oldest traditions, the Great American Bug Race, is hosted by the PBA Science Club to raise funds for research trips. Students, alumni, faculty, staff and their families race their bugs for the grand prize! The $1 registration fee and 50¢ per bug is paid on-site at the start of the event. Please bring either cash or card. | Baxter Green |
| 3:30 p.m. | Li’l Sibs & Alumni Campus Tour Siblings, family and friends of current PBA students are invited to tour the campus and learn more about PBA from the Admissions team. Alumni are invited to join and see new buildings on campus and learn of updates to PBA programs. Tours last about an hour, space is limited. | Admissions Office, Sachs Hall |
| 4:30–8 p.m. | Dinner On Your Own Enjoy our on-campus Fraser Dining Hall or explore the restaurant options in the heart of Downtown West Palm Beach. | Fraser Dining Hall |
| 7:30 p.m. | The Lightning Thief With an original pop-rock score, this musical adaptation of the New York Times bestseller follows Percy Jackson as he embarks on an epic adventure to retrieve Zeus’ lightning bolt, fighting off armies of mythological enemies. Along the way, he discovers the power of friendship, courage and heroism. The Lightning Thief is an action-packed adventure for all! *Recommended for ages 10 and up; Musical *Tickets go on sale January 21, 2025 $20 General, $15 Seniors 55 & up, $10 Students | Fern Street Theatre |
| 8 p.m. | Anchor Anchor is PBA's student-led worship ministry that gathers on Thursdays. Join us for a time of worship led by our gifted students. | Baxter Green |
| 9 a.m.–4 p.m. | Registration Station Check-in and receive your registration packet, plus enter our PBA giveaway to win PBA gear! Please note: You must check in at the registration station BEFORE you jump into all the other festivities. | Rinker Green |
| Scavenger Hunt Join the fun and participate in the PBA Scavenger Hunt. Follow the scavenger hunt prompts in your registration packet. If you complete every item, return your sheet to the Registration Station to be entered into a raffle. | ||
| 9 a.m.–5 p.m. | Shop at Campus Store Take some time to browse our campus store and enjoy 10% off during this special weekend. | Lassiter Student Center |
| Various Time | Attend a Class Class options coming shortly, check back soon to select a PBA class to visit! | Various Locations |
| 11 a.m. | Founders Day Chapel Worship together at the Founders Day chapel and honor alumni of the year, Philip and Jennifer Rothschild. | Family Church |
| 12 p.m.–1:30 p.m. | Founders Day Luncheon Share a meal with the PBA family and hear about the noteworthy accomplishments of PBA graduates and founders. There will also be a special time honoring former PBA President Dr. William B. Fleming. Space is limited. | Weyenberg Center |
| 1:30 p.m.-4 p.m. | Sightseeing Cruise Visit Palm Beach on the water by joining us for a guided sightseeing cruise. Hear about the history of Palm Beach County alongside other PBA community members on this private tour. Refreshments included. Tickets are $65 each. Space is limited. | Visit Palm Beach, Off-Campus |
| 2–3:45 p.m. | Ceramics Workshop I Wear comfortable clothes and bring your creativity for a fun-filled time of throwing clay. The class is $5 per person. Space is limited. | Art Studio |
| 2–3:45 p.m. | Painting Workshop I Wear comfortable clothes and be ready for a fun-filled experience exploring color. The class is $5 per person. Space is limited. | Art Studio |
| 4–5:45 p.m. | Ceramics Workshop II Wear comfortable clothes and bring your creativity for a fun-filled time of throwing clay. The class is $5 per person. Space is limited. | Art Studio |
| 4–5:45 p.m. | Painting Workshop II Wear comfortable clothes and be ready for a fun-filled experience exploring color. The class is $5 per person. Space is limited. | Art Studio |
| 6–9 p.m. | Glow Night Join us at the PBA Lawns for an unforgettable evening right on campus! Explore the 561 Night Market, featuring PBA students as your market vendors, offering everything from handmade goods to delicious treats. Enjoy a round of glow-in-the-dark mini golf. Plus, a live PBA band will also be in full swing! | Baxter Green & Rinker Green |
| 7:30 p.m. | The Lightning Thief With an original pop-rock score, this musical adaptation of the New York Times bestseller follows Percy Jackson as he embarks on an epic adventure to retrieve Zeus’ lightning bolt, fighting off armies of mythological enemies. Along the way, he discovers the power of friendship, courage and heroism. The Lightning Thief is an action-packed adventure for all! *Recommended for ages 10 and up; Musical *Tickets go on sale January 21, 2025 $20 General, $15 Seniors 55 & up, $10 Students | Fern Street Theatre |
| 8:30–11:30 a.m. | Family Workship Project Better understand the impact that Workship service has on the West Palm Beach community by volunteering with your family at a PBA-led service project. Volunteers will spend the morning at Royal Park Bridge (adjacent to campus) to clean-up and landscape our city. · Dress Code: • Workship t-shirt - new volunteers will receive a new t-shirt • Long pants/jeans without holes (NO SHORTS ALLOWED) • Comfortable shoes for walking | Royal Park Bridge (adjacent to campus) |
| 9 a.m.–4 p.m. | Registration Station Check-in and receive your registration packet, plus enter our PBA giveaway to win PBA gear! Please note: You must check in at the registration station BEFORE you jump into all the other festivities. | Rinker Green |
| 10:30 a.m.–12 p.m. | PBA Pickleball Tournament Compete in a friendly game of pickleball and connect with the PBA community. We will start with an introductory clinic and cover all the details and rules of the game. Paddles and balls will be provided. | PGA National, Off-Campus |
| 10 a.m.–2 p.m. | Shop at Campus Store Take some time to browse our campus store and enjoy 10% off during this special weekend. | Student Center |
| 9:30 a.m.–12 p.m. | Sight Seeing Cruise Visit Palm Beach on the water by joining us for a guided sightseeing cruise. Hear about the history of Palm Beach County alongside other PBA community members on this private tour. Refreshments included. Tickets are $65 each. Space is limited. | Visit Palm Beach, Off-Campus |
| 9:30–10:30 a.m. | Li’l Sibs & Alumni Campus Tour Siblings, family and friends of current PBA students are invited to tour the campus and learn more about PBA from the Admissions team. Alumni are invited to join and see new buildings on campus and learn of updates to PBA programs. Tours last about an hour, space is limited. | Admissions Office, Sachs Hall |
| 11:30 a.m.–2:15 p.m. | WPB Food Tour Option 2 Join other PBA families on a private Downtown West Palm Beach Food Tour where you’ll savor South Florida flavors, learn about tropical fruits, discover hidden gems, hear entertaining stories about our past, admire colorful street art and taste the best Key Lime Pie in town. You’ll visit five restaurants in one day and enjoy plenty of food for lunch. Reservations are required. Please click the link HERE to choose your tour date and make reservations, or call Kristl at 561-331-1158. Save $5 per person with promo code: PBA. For more details, please visit WestPalmBeachFoodTour.com | Downtown West Palm |
| 1–5 p.m. | Sailgating at the Basketball Games Enjoy face painting, games, live music and all kinds of FAMILY FUN as we cheer on the Sailfish at the PBA Men's & Women's Basketball games! The festivities start at 1 p.m. and the games begin at 2 p.m. Sailgating Food Passes are available to purchase to access delicious barbeque, refreshments and dessert. PBA students, staff and faculty eat free with PBA ID card. | Greene Complex |
| 2 p.m. | The Lightning Thief With an original pop-rock score, this musical adaptation of the New York Times bestseller follows Percy Jackson as he embarks on an epic adventure to retrieve Zeus’ lightning bolt, fighting off armies of mythological enemies. Along the way, he discovers the power of friendship, courage, and heroism. *Recommended for ages 10 and up; Musical *Tickets go on sale January 21, 2025 $20 General, $15 Seniors 55 & up, $10 Students | Fern Street Theatre |
| 2 p.m. | Alumni Coffee Connect with PBA alumni at a coffee reception featuring PBA alumnus Sam Lenes with Rolling Hills Coffee. Light refreshments will also be served. | Lassiter Rotunda, Warren Library |
| Various Times On Your Own | Local Church Attend a local church with your child. A list of neighborhood churches can be found HERE. | |
| 10:30 a.m. | Sunday Brunch with Parents & Alumni Enjoy on-campus buffet brunch at the Fraser Dining Hall. Guests may pay at the door, students eat free. | Fraser Dining Hall |
| 10:30 a.m.–1:15 p.m. | West Palm Beach Food Tour Join other PBA families on a private Downtown West Palm Beach Food Tour where you’ll savor South Florida flavors, learn about tropical fruits, discover hidden gems, hear entertaining stories about our past, admire colorful street art and taste the best Key Lime Pie in town. You’ll visit five restaurants in one day and enjoy plenty of food for lunch. Reservations are required, and this tour sells out quickly! Reservations are required. Please click the link HERE to choose your tour date and make reservations, or call Kristl at 561-331-1158. Save $5 per person with promo code: PBA. For more details, please visit WestPalmBeachFoodTour.com |
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