Mary Idema Pew Library Friendship Bracelet Making

Stop by to create colorful friendship bracelets at the library! An easy, hands-on activity that’s fun for all ages and perfect for making something meaningful together.

Mary Idema Pew Library

7:30 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.

University Libraries

Mary Idema Pew Library Photo Booth

Capture the Sibs + Kids Weekend memories at our Laker-themed photo booth! You just need yourselves and your Laker spirit to snap a fun photo you’ll want to keep long after the weekend ends.

Mary Idema Pew Library

7:30 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.

University Libraries

Laker Store

Stop by the Laker Store and stock up on your Laker Gear. **15% off GV Raccoon stuffy during Sibs & Kids weekend only!

Laker Store, Allendale Campus

9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Laker Store

Check-In Party

Check-in and receive your weekend goody bag before getting settled in your GVSU student's room. We'll have carnival games, a caricature artist, airbrush tattoo, music, and more! The Alumni Office staff will be providing free face painting + goodie bags for any Alumni stopping by!

*All Sibs & Kids will receive a wristband that allows entry to Sibs & Kids events*

Note: Not all Sibs & Kids events are free. Check the Schedule of Events to see which events require payment.

Kirkhof Center Lobby

4 – 6 p.m.

Campus Activities Board, Alumni Office

Esports Center - Open Hours

Come see all that the Esports Center has to offer! With 23 gaming PCs, 6 Nintendo Switches, and 16 different games available, there’s something for everyone.

Esports staff will be on hand to answer questions. Check out their website for more info!

Laker Esports Center, Kirkhof Center

3 – 10 p.m.

Laker Esports Center

GVSU Rec Center - Open Hours

Make sure you have your Sibs & Kids Wristband and head to the Rec Center! Visit the basketball, volleyball courts and the brand new Campus View Courtyard to try out ice curling!

GVSU Recreation Center

4 - 9 p.m.

Recreation & Wellness

Jersey Making

Design your own custom tie-dye jersey and rock your one-of-a-kind look all weekend long! We’ll have the supplies, you bring the creativity. Just be sure to give it a wash before wearing so the colors stay bright and don’t transfer.

Kirkhof Center Fusion Lounge

6 – 7 p.m.

Campus Activities Board

Parent & Supporter Room - Open Hours

Parent & supporters are welcome to relax in Kirkhof Center room 1104. Life is busy, and can be full, so we're hoping to give you a place to take a seat and relax. Snacks & drinks will be available! 

Kirkhof Center 1104

6 - 9 p.m.

Campus Activities Board

Opening Ceremony

Kick off the weekend with the Campus Activities Board at our Opening Ceremony — complete with inflatables, carnival games, airbrush tattoos, a caricature artist, crafts, and more! Come play, create, and celebrate as we start the weekend together.

Kirkhof Center Grand River Room (2250)

7 - 9 p.m.

Campus Activities Board

Kirkhof Center Trivia Night

Every question is from a different topic so there is always something anyone could know! Bring your friends or fly solo to get a chance to win a prize!

Kirkhof Center Lounge

7 p.m.

Kirkhof Center Event Services

Grand Rapids Griffins vs. Chicago Wolves

See our local, Grand Rapids Griffins take on the Chicago Wolves at the Van Andel Arena. There is a special discount for GVSU Sibs & Kids weekend! Follow this link to purchase your discounted ticket! 

Van Andel Arena

130 Fulton St. W

Grand Rapids, MI 49503

7 p.m.

Grand Rapids Griffins

GVSU Men's Wrestling vs Cleary University

Come cheer on our Lakers and celebrate the graduating Seniors at Senior night! They take on Cleary University in the Fieldhouse Arena.

Fieldhouse Arena

7 p.m.

GVSU Athletics, Men's Wrestling

Men's D1 Hockey Game "Stars Night"

Come cheer on the Men’s D1 Hockey team as they take on Calvin University.
Celebrate the Grand Valley Amateur Hockey Association with a special kids night!

Admission is free with a Sibs & Kids wristband.

Griff's Georgetown Ice Arena 

8500 48th Ave.

Hudsonville, MI 49426

7:30 p.m.

RecWell, Club Sports

Mario Kart Tournament

GVSU Esports will be hosting a Mario Kart Tournament at The Dish! Everyone is welcome to come & play for free.

Plus, the Late Night Menu will be available!

The Dish, Kleiner

9 – 11:45 p.m.

Esports & Laker Food Co.

Ice Cream Social

Finish your night with a gold-medal treat! Stop by our Ice Cream Social to celebrate the day’s events with a scoop (or two) of something delicious. You’ve earned it!

Kirkhof Center Room 2215/2216

9 – 10 p.m.

Campus Activities Board

Mary Idema Pew Library Friendship Bracelet Making

Stop by to create colorful friendship bracelets at the library! An easy, hands-on activity that’s fun for all ages and perfect for making something meaningful together.

7:30 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Mary Idema Pew Library

University Libraries

Mary Idema Pew Library Photo Booth

Capture the Sibs + Kids Weekend memories at our Laker-themed photo booth! You just need yourselves and your Laker spirit to snap a fun photo you’ll want to keep long after the weekend ends.

7:30 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Mary Idema Pew Library

University Libraries

GVSU Rec Center - Open Hours

Make sure you have your Sibs & Kids Wristband and head to the Rec Center! Visit the basketball, volleyball courts and the brand new Campus View Courtyard to try out ice curling!

8 a.m. - 8 p.m.

Recreation Center

Recreation & Wellness

World Fair

Start your Saturday by learning about a few countries and sports! There will be freebies and crafts for an exciting experience traveling to 5 different countries... all in one room!

10 – 11:30 a.m.

Kirkhof Center Thornapple Room (0058)

Campus Activities Board

Cookie Decorating

Head to Java City at Kleiner and decorate your own cookies with Laker Food Co.! Drop in, get creative, and build a sweet masterpiece you can admire for at least a few seconds before eating.

10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Kleiner Commons

Laker Food Co.

Model Magic Picture Frames

Get creative with the Art Museum and design your own picture frame using colorful Model Magic! Craft a one-of-a-kind frame that’s perfect for showing off your favorite Sibs & Kids memories.

10 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Haas Performing Arts Center

Art Museum

Champion Lounge

Take a break from your high-energy Olympic conquests to rest in our student lounge space. We’ll have everything to fuel you to go for the gold! Activities for all ages include: movie, board games, sensory toys, coloring and crafting, refreshments, and more.

10 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Kirkhof Center 1152

Thompson Student Success Center

Laker Dance Team Spring Youth Clinic

Join the Laker Dance Team for their Youth Dance Clinic! Students (age K-8) will get the chance to experience the day with LDT, learn a routine, and perform at the Women's basketball game at 1pm. 

There is an additional $55 registration fee for the clinic. Please follow this link to register! (Sign-ups close on 1/29/26)

10 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Recreation Center/Arena Fieldhouse

Laker Dance Team

Laker Store 

Stop by the Laker Store and stock up on your Laker Gear. **15% off GV Raccoon stuffy during Sibs & Kids weekend only!

10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Laker Store, Allendale Campus

Laker Store

Technology Showcase - Open Hours

Stop by the Technology Showcase! The showcase highlights a wide variety of technologies for hands-on experiences: come experience Extended Reality or try your hand at 3D printing! Staff will be onsite to support guests. Check out their website for more info! 

10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Mary Idema Pew Library, 012 & 040 (Atrium)

Tech Showcase

Parent & Supporter Room - Open Hours

Parent & supporters are welcome to relax in Kirkhof Center room 1104. Life is busy, and can be full, so we're hoping to give you a place to take a seat and relax. Snacks & drinks will be available! 

10 a.m. - 8 p.m.

Kirkhof Center 1142

Campus Activities Board

Zumba

Groove around the globe with Zumba! Pick up a sweatband on the way in so you are fit for some super fun dances that double as a workout!

11 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Kirkhof Center Grand River Room (2250)

Recreation & Wellness

Hot Cocoa & Ice Curling

Come see the brand new Campus View Courtyard & try out ice curling! And warm up with some hot chocolate available at the Rec Center front desk.

11 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Recreation Center

Recreation & Wellness

The Ultimate Olympic Challenge: Relay Race & Obstacle Course

Get ready to team up and race your way through a series of fun, high-energy challenges during our Relay Race! Sibs and kids will work together, cheer each other on, and make unforgettable memories while showing off their teamwork and school spirit.

12 - 1:30 p.m.

Recreation Center Courts 6-8

Campus Activities Board

Community Champions Corner: Social Justice Centers - Lobby Tabling

Swing by to meet our Social Justice Centers, pick up some fun giveaways, and learn how they help make campus a place where everyone belongs. Quick stops welcome — curiosity encouraged!

12 - 2 p.m.

Kirkhof Center Lobby

Social Justice Center

GVSU Women's Basketball Game

Free with wristband! See the #1-ranked, undefeated, returning national champions take on Michigan Tech Huskies. Plus, Saturday is Kids Day! There will be inflatables, face painting, sign-making, autographs & more. The first 100 kids will receive a jumbo blue chain!

1 p.m.

Field House Arena

GVSU Athletics

Gold Medal Craft

Celebrate your victories by creating your very own gold medal craft! Sibs and kids will design and decorate medals to take home, remembering all the fun, teamwork, and achievements from the weekend.

1 - 2 p.m.

Kirkhof Center 2266

Campus Activities Board

Rock Climbing

GV students climb free; Sibs & Kids will have a $5 Entry Fee. Credit card payment will be accepted at the Climbing Center. 
A separate waiver form is needed to be able to access the Climbing Wall. This direct link can be used to create an account/sign a liability waiver. Or, this direct link can be used to access a electronic pdf that can be printed, and brought to the climbing center. Please visit the Climbing Center website for further information. 

1 - 5 p.m.

Recreation Center Climbing Gym

Recreation & Wellness

Mock College Class

Step into the role of a college student with our Mock College Class! Sibs and kids will experience a fun, interactive mini-lesson that gives them a glimpse of what a real college classroom is like.

2 – 3 p.m.

Niemeyer Room 148

Campus Activities Board

Open Swim with the Swim Club

Take a dip in the pool during open swim hours! Members of the GVSU swim club will be available and present to play games and teach Sibs & Kids some of their cool, pool moves! 

2 – 3:30 p.m.

Recreation Center Pool

Recreation & Wellness

GVSU Men's Basketball Game

Free with wristband! The GVSU Men's basketball team is having a stellar season - come see them take on the #6 nationally ranked, Michigan Tech Huskies. There will be inflatables, face painting, sign-making, autographs & more. The first 100 kids will receive a jumbo blue chain!

3 p.m.

Field House Arena

GVSU Athletics

Minute to Win it

Get ready for fast-paced fun with Minute to Win It! Sibs and kids will take on quick, silly challenges that test their speed, focus, and creativity—all in under a minute.

3:15 - 4:45 p.m.

Kirkhof Center Pere Marquette Room (2204)

Campus Activities Board

Rec Center - Courts Reserved 

Courts 4 & 5 are reserved exclusively for GVSU Sibs & Kids guests! Sports equipment will be available to check-out for use.

3:30 - 7:30 p.m.

Recreation Center

Recreation & Wellness

Arts & Farts

Get creative and have a blast at Arts and Farts! Sibs and kids will enjoy hands-on art activities mixed with lots of laughs, imagination, and silly fun.

4 - 7 p.m.

Kirkhof Center Crave Lounge

Campus Activities Board

Women's D1 Hockey Game "Hockey Fights Cancer"

Come cheer on the Women’s D1 Hockey team as they take on the University of Michigan!
This special matchup is part of a meaningful doubleheader in partnership with the Van Andel Institute, supporting the fight against cancer.

Fans can expect an unforgettable game-day experience featuring giveaways, a raffle, a merch table, a dedication wall, and a ceremonial puck drop honoring the Bernard Family. All proceeds from the game will be donated in honor of friends and families impacted by cancer. Join us to support a powerful cause and cheer on our Lakers on the ice. Admission is free with a Sibs & Kids wristband.

4:30 p.m.

Griff's Georgetown Ice Arena 

8500 48th Ave.

Hudsonville, MI 49426

RecWell, Club Sports

Movie Night - Space Jam: A New Legacy

Wind down with a cozy Movie Night! When basketball superstar LeBron James teams up with Bugs Bunny and the Looney Tunes crew, it’s game on in a high-stakes, digital-world showdown. Packed with fast breaks, wild animation, and nostalgic cameos, this family-friendly adventure is a slam dunk for fans of all ages. Join us for a fun, high-energy movie experience you won’t want to miss! Plus..popcorn?!

7 - 9:30 p.m.

Kirkhof Center Pere Marquette Room (2204)

Campus Activities Board

Men's D3 Hockey Game "Hockey Fights Cancer" 

Come cheer on the Men's D3 Hockey team as they take on Lawrence Tech!
This special matchup is part of a meaningful doubleheader in partnership with the Van Andel Institute, supporting the fight against cancer.

Fans can expect an unforgettable game-day experience featuring giveaways, a raffle, a merch table, a dedication wall, and a ceremonial puck drop honoring the Bernard Family. All proceeds from the game will be donated in honor of friends and families impacted by cancer. Join us to support a powerful cause and cheer on our Lakers on the ice. Admission is free with a Sibs & Kids wristband.

7:30 p.m.

Griff's Georgetown Ice Arena 

8500 48th Ave.

Hudsonville, MI 49426

RecWell, Club Sports

Glow in the Dark Dance Party

Light up the night at our Glow Dance Party! Sibs and kids will dance, laugh, and show off their best moves with glow sticks for an unforgettable, high-energy celebration.

9:30 - 10:30 p.m.

Kirkhof Center 2215/2216

Campus Activities Board

Mary Idema Pew Library Friendship Bracelet Making

Stop by to create colorful friendship bracelets at the library! An easy, hands-on activity that’s fun for all ages and perfect for making something meaningful together.

Free

7:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Mary Idema Pew Library Photo Booth

Capture the Sibs + Kids Weekend memories at our Laker-themed photo booth! You just need yourselves and your Laker spirit to snap a fun photo you’ll want to keep long after the weekend ends.

Free

7:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.

GVSU Rec Center - Open Hours

Make sure you have your Sibs & Kids Wristband and head to the Rec Center! Visit the basketball, volleyball courts and the brand new Campus View Courtyard to try out ice curling!

Free with Sibs & Kids Wristband

11 a.m. - 10 p.m.

Grand Rapids Public Museum

272 Pearl St NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504

Purchase Tickets Here

$5.00 with student ID

$5.00 children ages 3 - 17

10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Grand Rapids Children's Museum

11 Sheldon Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503

Purchase Tickets Here!

$12 all ages

12 p.m. - 4 p.m.

World of Winter Scavenger Hunt

Join the World of Winter Scavenger Hunt! Explore the festival in a fun new way with our interactive scavenger hunt!
Complete missions, discover hidden gems and earn points for a chance to win prizes

Get More Info Here!

Free

All day

Celebration Cinema Rivertown

3728 Rivertown Pkwy, Grandville, MI 49418

Purchase Tickets Here!

Prices vary

Show times vary 

The Gerald Ford Presidential Museum

303 Pearl St NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504

Purchase Tickets Here!

$10.00 with Student ID

$8.00 children ages 6-18

Free - ages 5 and under

$14.00 Adults

12 - 5 p.m.