Parent & Family Weekend
Make Plans for November 13-14, 2026!
Parent and Family Weekend is designed to provide activities and opportunities for families to connect with their students and make incredible memories together. Join us on campus November 13-14, 2026!
Parent and Family Weekend is designed to provide activities and opportunities for families to connect with their students and make incredible memories together.
Friday, November 13
8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
General Check-In/Info and Lancer Dash Check-In
Dutton Plaza
9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Lancer Hub
Stamps Courtyard
A central hangout hub for families and friends to relax and enjoy. Put-put, lawn games, and some tasty treats will be available to purchase.
9 a.m. – 11 a.m.
CBU Unlocked
Various Campus Locations
Experience exclusive access to CBU like never before! Explore a self-guided series of behind-the-scenes experiences, including a walk through the baseball locker room, a photo opportunity on the fully lit Wallace Theater stage set of James and the Giant Peach, a family drone photo, and other unique stops you won't experience on a typical campus visit.
11 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Estate Planning Workshop
Copenbarger Large
Informative seminar led by Vice President for University Advancement, Paul J. Eldridge, J.D., Primer on basic estate planning issues.
11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Lunch with your student
Various Campus Dining Locations
1 – 3 p.m.
Academic Open House
Various Locations
4 – 7 p.m.
Pregame Party
Dutton Plaza
Celebrate Parent and Family Weekend and get pumped for our Men’s and Women’s Basketball Games at the Pregame Party on the Plaza! Food trucks, attractions for all ages, live student music, and more! Food will be available to purchase at a variety of gourmet food trucks.
5 p.m.
Women’s Basketball Game vs. University of the Pacific
Fowler Events Center
Men’s Basketball Game vs. University of Arkansas Pine Bluff
Fowler Events Center
Saturday, November 14
8 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
General Check-In and Info Booth
Yeager Fountain
8 – 8:45 a.m.
Lancer Dash Check-In
Yeager Fountain
9 – 10 a.m.
Lancer Dash
Across Campus*
Join us for the 2nd annual Lancer Dash! The whole family is invited to participate in this fun run for a cause, supporting the CBU Fill-the-Gap Fund. The 2.1-mile route will remain entirely on the CBU campus and is ADA- and stroller-accessible. Whether you're walking, jogging, or racing to the finish, you’ll be running for more than just fun - you’ll be running for a cause. All proceeds go directly to the Fill-the-Gap Fund, which helps students facing unexpected financial challenges continue their education at CBU. By contributing, you can make a direct impact, ensuring no Lancer is left behind as they pursue their academic and spiritual growth.
Once you register for the Lancer Dash, create your fundraising team and start crowdfunding towards the Fill-the-Gap Fund. All teams that fundraise at least $50 will receive an exclusive Lancer Dash water bottle, and all teams that fundraise at least $100 will receive a CBU swag bag. The best-dressed team receives a CBU Apparel Bundle, and the top three fundraising teams score VIP access to the Fortuna Bowl! Lace up and show your Lancer spirit! *Additional Fee - $10 for guests, $5 for students, and FREE for children ages 0–11 – Individuals/Teams are encouraged to crowdfund. All proceeds will go towards the Fill-the-Gap Fund.
9:30 – 10:30 a.m.
Rise & Shine Celebration
Wallace Lawn
Join us for the Rise & Shine Celebration on Wallace Lawn, a time to worship and celebrate Jesus, led by our Chapel Band. *Participants of the Lancer Dash will end their fun run at this location.
10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Parent Prayer Walk
Ellis Great Commission Plaza / Kugel
10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Fall Club Market & Car Show
Outdoor Pickleball Courts
Join us for a farmers-market-style event hosted by CBU Community Life and our CBU student clubs. Explore booths offering snacks, unique crafts, and goods to support student club fundraising efforts. Meanwhile, car enthusiasts can admire a display of cool cars at our Car Show. Don’t miss this fun morning filled with community spirit and fundraising.
12 p.m. – 1 p.m.
Lunch with your student
Various Campus Dining Locations
11 a.m.
Men’s Water Polo vs. Loyola Marymount
Lancer Aquatic Center
1 – 2:30 p.m.
Ultimate Trivia Showdown
Front Lawn Seating Area
Test your knowledge with a mix of pop culture, CBU traditions, campus fun facts, and surprises that everyone can enjoy—no expert knowledge required. Cheer each other on, compete for bragging rights and prizes, and make unforgettable memories together in this lively, interactive event.
1 – 5:30 p.m.
Block Party
Front Lawn
Celebrate Parent and Family Weekend and get pumped for our sports games at our Pregame Party and Block Party! Food trucks, attractions for all ages, music, and more! Food will be available to purchase at a variety of gourmet food trucks!
2 p.m.
Theater Production: James and the Giant Peach
Wallace Theater
5:15 p.m.
Fortuna Bowl & Firework Show
Front Lawn
The Fortuna Bowl is one of CBU's favorite and longest-standing student traditions. CBU's intramural flag football championship games, hosted by the CBU Recreation Center, are a must-see event. The women's championship teams kick off the night at 6:00 p.m. and the men's game follows. After the men's game, we celebrate and wrap up the weekend with a spectacular fireworks show!
Basketball Game Ticket Info
Women’s Basketball Game vs. University of the Pacific
Fowler Events Center | 5 p.m.
Men’s Basketball Game vs. University of Arkansas Pine Bluff
Fowler Events Center | 7:30 p.m.
CBU Women's and Men's Basketball game tickets are not included in Parent and Family general registration. Tickets to the CBU Basketball games on Parent & Family Weekend will be available for purchase mid-September. When tickets go on sale, an email including a link to discounted tickets will be sent to all who registered for Parent & Family Weekend.
Please note: CBU students enter for FREE if they sit in the student section. If a student would like to sit with their family, purchase their ticket with the family's block of seats.
Things to Know
Address & Directions
- 3566 Adams Street
Riverside CA 92504 - Maps & Directions
Parking
- Please park in the parking structure located to the left after entering campus via Adams Street.
Frequently Asked Questions
Registration is now open! Sign up for Parent and Family Weekend and the Lancer Dash!
CBU students and children (ages 0-11) are welcome to join Parent & Family Weekend
for FREE! Please register any other guest who doesn't fall into one of these two categories
as a "General Registration" ticket.
You will need to purchase add-on tickets for your CBU student or child (ages 0-11)
if they plan to participate in any supplemental PFW activities.
If your CBU student plans to sit with you at the basketball game, you must include
them in your seat selection and ticket purchase through Athletics. Students can get
free admission to the game, but ONLY in the student section.
The whole family is invited to participate in this fun run for a cause, supporting the CBU Fill-the-Gap Fund. The 2.1-mile route will stay entirely on the CBU campus and is ADA and stroller accessible. Create your team, crowdfund the Fill-the-Gap Fund, and win fun prizes! Lace up to run, walk, or cheer on your family.
When a student’s financial capacity challenges their ability to remain at CBU, the
Fill-the-Gap Fund assists in covering some of those remaining costs. This scholarship
fund literally “fills the gap” and allows students to remain at CBU, enabling them
to stay focused on their education and future.
Your gift to this scholarship directly supports students in overcoming financial gaps,
ensuring they can continue their education uninterrupted. For many students, the Fill-the-Gap
fund is an answer to prayer.
No. Although the Lancer Dash is an activity part of the Parent and Family Weekend schedule, registration is separate. Sign up by registering through the Lancer Dash Registration form, so you can also create a personal fundraising team page and start crowdfunding towards the Fill-the-Gap Fund! The top fundraising team winners will receive awesome prizes, like free basketball game tickets at Parent and Family Weekend and more!
If you want to sit with your student, you must include them in your seat selection/ ticket purchase. Students get free admission to the student section only.
CBU has relationships with several hotels in the area, which means you may get a discount! Ask for the CBU rate! Check out our website for a few recommendations.
No, however…
CBU has a relationship with Enterprise Rent-A-Car. Follow the instructions on our website to make arrangements for your car rental.
There are rideshare companies that do provide services from ONT and LAX (e.g. Lyft).
Parking is available in the CBU East Parking Structure located directly off the 91 freeway, on the corner of Adams St. and Diana St.
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