Event Schedule

Sibs & Kids Weekend 2024 Schedule of Events

Events are subject to change and more will be added as the event gets closer.

All Sibs & Kids must have a wristband on to partake in Sibs & Kids events.

Friday, February 23

Event 

Time

Location

Sponsored Department

Check-In

Check-in and receive your weekend goody bag before getting settled in your GVSU student's room.

*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 learn more!

4 – 7 p.m.

Kirkhof Center Lobby

Campus Activities Board

Kirkhof Under the Sea Welcome Party

After you check-in and receive your weekend goody bag, come hang out in Kirkhof to kickoff the weekend! 

There will be carnival games, yard games, crafts, caricature artist, and more!

Stop by the Alcohol and Other Drugs table for some free ocean themed mocktails!

4 – 7 p.m.

Kirkhof Center Lobby & Lounges

Campus Activities Board

Laker Store

$20 GV Squish Bear Sale

Sibs & Kids Giveaway at the Allendale location and on Instagram @gvsulakerstore. Winner will be announced on Instagram on 2/23.

Open until 5 p.m.

Laker Store, Allendale Campus

Laker Store

Tote Bag Painting

Come paint a tote bag to put all of your Sibs & Kids Weekend and GVSU goodies in for the weekend!

5 - 6 p.m.

Kirkhof Center 2263

Campus Activities Board

Bonhomie Catering Food Truck

Come grab some pulled pork, mac and cheese, and more from Bonhomie Catering out by the clocktower!

5 – 7 p.m.

Allendale Campus Clocktower

Bonhomie Catering

Parent and Supporter Room

For parents and supporters who are dropping off siblings to visit their GVSU student, we will have a designated space that will serve as a parent and supporter room. In this room we will provide refreshments and a quiet space to decompress while the sibs and kids hang out!

5 – 10 p.m.

Kirkhof Center 2201

Campus Activities Board

Ocean in a Bottle Making

Take home your very own take on the ocean in a to-go bottle!

6 - 7 p.m.

Kirkhof Center 2259

Campus Activites Boars

Comedy Magician Trent James

Come enjoy, laugh, and be mystified by Comedy Magician Trent James!

7 – 8 p.m.

Cook DeWitt Center

Campus Activities Board

Sandy Hands Party 

Like playing in the sand? Enjoy some kinetic sand and make sand jar necklaces!

8 – 9 p.m.

Kirkhof Center 2259

Campus Activities Board

Subject to Change Presents: The Sibs & Kids Improv Show

Come watch the student organization Subject to Change as they perform a super fun show!

8 – 9 p.m.

Pere Marquette, Kirkhof Center 2204

Subject to Change

Ice Cream Social

Finish off your night with an ice cream sundae bar!

9 – 10 p.m.

Grand River Room, Kirkhof Center 2250

Campus Activities Board


Saturday, February 24

Event

Time

Location

Sponsored Department

Open Rec Hours

*Must have Sibs & Kids wristband on for free entry*

Come have some fun with open gym hours, open racquetball courts, basketball courts and more!

Check out the Rec Center website for more info! 

8 a.m. – 8 p.m.

Recreation Center

Recreation & Wellness

Saturday Check-In

Check-in and receive your weekend goody bag before getting settled in your GVSU student's room.

*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 learn more!

9 – 10 a.m.

Kirkhof Center Lobby

Campus Activities Board

Laker Dance Team K-8 Youth Clinic & Performance 

Join the Laker Dance Team in a clinic to learn choreography, do team building activities, and more!

Price: $50

Register Here!

9 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Game at 1 p.m.

GVSU Recreation Center Courts 4 & 5

Laker Dance Team

DIY Jellyfish Making

Make your very own pet jellyfish to bring home with you!

10 – 11 a.m.

Kirkhof Center 0058

Campus Activities Board

Cartoons & Coloring

Stop in to enjoy some snacks and coloring while you watch cartoons on the big screen. Wearing your pajamas is encouraged!

10 – 11 a.m.

Holton Hooker Multipurpose Room

Housing & Residence Life

Open Swim Hours

*Must have Sibs & Kids wristband to get in for free*

10 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Recreation Center

Recreation & Wellness

Open Rock Climbing

*Must have Sibs & Kids wristband on for free entry*

10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Recreation Center

Recreation & Wellness

Parent and Supporter Room

For parents and supporters who are dropping off siblings to visit their GVSU student, we will have a designated space that will serve as a parent and supporter room. In this room we will provide refreshments and a quiet space to decompress while the sibs and kids hang out!

10 a.m. – 7 p.m.

Kirkhof Center 2201

Campus Activities Board

Shell Painting and Necklace Making

Join us for shell painting and necklace making! We will have shells with puffy paint, and some smaller shells to make into necklaces!

11 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Kirkhof Center 2270

Campus Activities Board

Around Baking Co. Food Truck

Come grab some pizza from Around Baking Co. out by the clocktower!

11 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Allendale Campus Clocktower

Around Baking Co.

Ocean Snacks & Crafts

Have a "fin-tastic" time with the Charter Schools Office! There will be a photo booth, DIY shark puppets, snacks, and more!

11 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Kirkhof Center Lounge

Charter Schools Office

Greek Philanthropy Fair

Join us for a day of fun-filled philanthropy at the Greek Philanthropy Carnival!

Carnival Games Galore: Step right up and test your skills at various exciting carnival games hosted by our Greek chapters! There's something for everyone.

Delicious Treats: Indulge in tasty snacks and treats to keep your energy up for all the fun activities.

Support a Cause: Your participation directly supports the philanthropic efforts of each Greek chapter. Every $1 ticket purchase goes towards their respective philanthropy, positively impacting our community.

Admission Details:

  • Date: Saturday, February 24th
  • Time: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
  • Location: Lower Level of Kirkhof Center, Grand Valley
  • Tickets: $1 each. Purchase as many tickets as you'd like to enjoy the carnival games and contribute to a great cause!

Who Can Attend: All are welcome! Bring your siblings, kids, friends, and family for a day of laughter, fun, and giving back.

Take advantage of this fantastic opportunity to have a blast while making a difference in the community. Mark your calendars and join us at the Greek Philanthropy Carnival during Sibs and Kids Weekend!

Please note that GVSU is a cashless campus, and all payments must be made with a credit card.

11 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Kirkhof Center Lower Level

Fraternity & Sorority Life

Fin-tastic Cookie Craze

Join Laker Food Co. and decorate some Under the Sea themed sugar cookies!

11 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Kleiner Commons in The Dish

Laker Food Co.

Mario Kart

Join the Mario Kart club and race through a series of courses!

12 – 1 p.m.

Kirkhof Center 2263

Mario Kart Club

Green House Open House & Scavenger Hunt

The Barbara Kindschi Greenhouse, a 3,000 square foot facility on the Allendale campus, houses plants that can be found under the sea. FREE succulents to the first 100 visitors!  Visit Instagram to see the latest plants in bloom and fun happenings in the greenhouse! 

12 – 2 p.m.

Barbara Kindschi Greenhouse

Department of Biology

Laker Store

$20 GV Squish Bear Sale

Open until 5 p.m.

Laker Store, Allendale Campus

Laker Store

Women's Basketball vs. Lake Superior State 

Must have Sibs & Kids wristband on for free entry.

Purchase Tickets Here!

*Only need to purchase a ticket if you did not register for Sibs & Kids Weekend*

1 p.m.

Fieldhouse Arena

Athletics

Sea Slime Making

Make some themed under the sea slime with different add-ins available!

2 - 3 p.m.

Kirkhof Center 2266

Campus Activities Board

Meet and Greet with Women's Basketball Team

Meet the Women's Basketball Team after their game! Free signed posters will be available and pizza will be provided while supplies last.

2:45 p.m.

Fieldhouse West Court

Athletics

Men's Basketball vs. Lake Superior State

Must have Sibs & Kids wristband on for free entry.

Purchase Tickets Here!

*Only need to purchase a ticket if you did not register for Sibs & Kids Weekend*

3 p.m.

Fieldhouse Arena

Athletics

Open Gaming at the Laker Esports Center!

Come on out to the Laker Esports Center (LEC) located in the bottom floor of the Kirkhof Center, to play some of your favorite games and esports titles!

3 – 6 p.m.

Laker Esports Center

Recreation & Wellness

Spa Day 

Come relax and enjoy a restful afternoon with CAB! 

4 – 5 p.m.

Kirkhof Center 1104

Campus Activities Board

Grand Rapids Griffins vs. Texas Stars

Sibs and Kids tickets are offered at a discounted rate! Use the code SIBSNKIDS before selecting your seats.

Purchase Tickets Here! 

7 p.m.

Van Andel Arena

Grand Rapids Griffins

Under the Sea Party

Join us in the Grand River Room for some under the sea fun, inflatables, and games!

There will be inflatables, carnival games, yard games, crafts, caricature artist, and more! 

Come meet Ariel and Eric as well from 7 – 8 p.m.!

7 – 9 p.m.

Grand River Room, Kirkhof Center 2250

Campus Activities Board

NPHC Stroll Off 

Don't miss the NPHC Stroll-Off Competition! Come cheer on the National Panhellenic Council and other Greek Life organizations for a stroll competition! This free, cultural step show starts at 7 p.m., so come early to secure your seat! Check out this link for more info.

7 - 10 p.m.

Cook-DeWitt Center

National Pan-Hellenic Council, Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc.

Just Dance Party

Come dance the night away with us to some of your favorite Just Dance moves!

8 – 9 p.m.

Kirkhof Center 0008

Campus Activities Board


Sunday, February 25

Not ready to leave quite yet? Stay and enjoy some local Grand Rapids attractions before heading home. Sibs and kids must be out of the Living Centers before 5 p.m.

Location

Price

Hours

Grand Rapids Public Museum

Featured Exhibit: Building Buddies

Step into the vibrant world of Building Buddies! This captivating experience offers an educational adventure suitable for visitors of all ages, with a particular focus on our youngest learners, aged 2 to 8. Dive into the heartwarming story of the Waltons, a family embarking on a new chapter as they make their home in the museum. But here’s the twist – they need your assistance to complete various construction projects before they can settle in.

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.

The Gerald Ford Presidential Museum

303 Pearl St NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504

Purchase Tickets Here!

$9.00 with student ID

$6.00 children ages 6 – 18

12 p.m. – 5 p.m.

Grand Rapids Children's Museum

11 Sheldon Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503

Purchase Tickets Here!

$10.00 all ages

12 – 4 p.m.

Celebration Cinema Rivertown

3728 Rivertown Pkwy, Grandville, MI 49418

Purchase Tickets Here!

Prices vary based on movie

Show times vary based on movie

World of Winter Festival

Various Locations in downtown Grand Rapids

Free

Varies by event



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