Events
For a schedule of upcoming sporting events, visit the Bridgewater Eagles game calendar.
For Bridgewater College faculty, staff, and students only: To submit an event request or view the full calendar, use our Room Reservation and Event Manager.
Special Collections Exhibition: “A Showcase of Historic Brethren Artifacts”
- Special Collections
The Robert R. Newlen ’75 & John C. Bradford Special Collections at Bridgewater College will display "A Showcase of Historic Brethren Artifacts: Celebrating the 500th Anniversary of Anabaptism" from April 11 to Oct. 3, 2025.
Art Exhibition: “Marking Time” by Jill Jensen
- Art Exhibition
Jill Jensen is a mixed media artist residing in central Virginia. Printmaking, dyeing and painting form the basis of her mixed media fiber art.
Reception: Monday, Sept. 1, 5-7 p.m.
Artist Talk: Monday, Sept. 1, 5:30 p.m.
Family Weekend 2025
- Student Life
Bridgewater College parents and families, save the date for Family Weekend Sept. 19-21!
Swamily Potluck-Swimming Alumni Event 2025
- Alumni
All swimming alumni are invited to a special alumni event. We look forward to kicking off the season at our annual swamily intersquad, which includes opportunities for families and alums
Legacy Family Reception 2025
- Alumni
This event is a great opportunity to meet other legacy families, enjoy delicious food and celebrate your connections to BC.
Music Faculty Recital
- Music
Performing professors TBA
Art Exhibition: “iCommentary” by Todd Gardner ’85
- Art Exhibition
- Art Opening
Todd Gardner is an artist and graphic designer living in Fredericksburg, Va., where he runs his own design company, Bit N by Design.
Reception: Monday, Sept. 29, 5-7 p.m.
Artist’s Talk: Monday, Sept. 29, 5:30 p.m.
Fall Break 2025
- Academic
Fall Break begins after a student's last class on Friday, Oct. 3. Classes resume on Wednesday, Oct. 8.
Homecoming 2025
- Alumni
- Student Life
Fly home for Homecoming 2025 on October 9-12. Whether you’re returning to relive your glory days or making new memories, Homecoming 2025 promises to be a celebration like no other.
Career Connections Fair
- Alumni
- Career Development
The Career Connections Fair is an opportunity for BC students to network with alumni and employers to explore potential opportunities while learning how their interests can lead to successful careers.
Special Collections Exhibition: “Standing in the Spotlight: Bridgewater College Theatre Through the Years”
- Special Collections
This exhibition will showcase BC’s rich theatre traditions through a display of photographs and artifacts from the early 1900s until today. Curated by Special Collections Librarian Stephanie S. Gardner.
Field Hockey Alumni Tailgate 2025
- Alumni
All Field Hockey alumni are invited to Mapp Field for a tailgate with Coach Emily Bagby Witzke ’20 and Assistant Coach Brisa Uviedo. Enjoy fellowship and food with your fellow
Homecoming Concert
- Music
Bridgewater College's Chorale and Jazz Ensemble will perform on Saturday, Oct. 11, in the Concert Hall at the Carter Center for Worship and Music.
The performance will begin at 7:30 p.m. The concert is free and open to the public, and the BC community is encouraged to attend as part of Homecoming weekend.
Hall of Fame Induction 2025
- Alumni
Please plan to join us for the 2025 Hall of Fame festivities on Saturday, October 18. The induction ceremony will be held in the Wampler President’s Suite from 9:30-11:30 am.
Football Alumni Tailgate
- Alumni
All football alumni (and families) are invited back to campus for a tailgate prior to the BC vs. Gallaudet game.
Equestrian Alumni Tailgate
- Alumni
Additional details and registration will be opening on Monday, September 8.
Theatre Performance: “Too Much Light Makes the Baby Go Blind” by Greg Allen and the Neo-Futurists
- Theatre
A collection of modernized futurist plays that are unashamedly subversive, interactive and wildly funny.
Time, location and ticket prices TBA.
Endowed Lecture: Dr. Katie Hinde
- Endowed Lectures
Dr. Katie Hinde will present an endowed lecture at Bridgewater College on Thursday, October 23. Hinde will speak on “The Milk of Humankindness.” Shaped by over 300 million years of natural selection, milk is older even than dinosaurs and reflects the unique evolutionary trajectory of each mammalian species.
Open House
- Admissions
Experience Bridgewater College to the fullest at an open house! This full-day large group visit is filled with sessions geared towards undergraduate students and their families.
Jazz Bands Concert
- Music
Bridgewater College's Jazz Ensemble and Jazz Band, under the direction of Dr. Christine Carrillo, will perform on Sunday, Nov. 2, at 3 p.m. in Cole Hall.
The concert is free and open to the public.
Art Exhibition: “A Threshold into Unconventional Bliss” by Sydne Moseley ’20
- Art Exhibition
- Art Opening
Sydne Moseley is a multimedia abstract painter and curator based in Chesterfield, Va. She is an art educator and owner of the studio gallery Art by Moseley, a space she says is designed to foster creativity and collaboration.
Reception: Monday, Nov. 3, 5-7 p.m.
Artist’s Talk: Monday, Nov. 3, 5:30 p.m.
BC vs. Hampden-Sydney Alumni Tailgate
- Alumni
Jeff Postans ’79 is hosting an away tailgate at the BC vs. HSC game! All alumni are invited to gather prior to the game for food, fellowship and fun.
Symphonic Band Concert
- Music
The Bridgewater College Symphonic Band, under the direction of Dr. Christine Carrillo, will perform on Sunday, November 9, at 3 p.m. in Cole Hall.
Endowed Lecture: Tara Davis-Woodhall and Hunter Woodhall
- Endowed Lectures
Olympians Tara Davis-Woodhall and Hunter Woodhall will present an endowed lecture at Bridgewater College on Friday, November 14, 2025. A meet and greet will follow the lecture. An Olympic power couple redefining resilience, excellence and influence in sports, Tara and Hunter will speak on “Grit, Resilience and Goal Setting.”
Oratorio Choir Concert
- Music
The Oratorio Choir will perform Ola Gjeilo’s Sunrise. It is a modern setting of the traditional Latin Mass, but with a unique twist: each movement is given an English title that reflects a metaphorical and emotional journey rather than a liturgical one. Gjeilo describes the work as a spiritual and human progression—from the ethereal and cosmic to the grounded and earthly.
Thanksgiving Break 2025
- Academic
Classes resume on Monday, Dec. 1.
Holiday Extravaganza
- Music
One of the most popular musical performances of the year, Bridgewater College’s Holiday Extravaganza will be sure to get you into the holiday spirit.
Last Day of Fall 2025 Classes
- Academic
Classes for the Fall 2025 semester will conclude on Friday, Dec. 5.
Open House
- Admissions
Experience Bridgewater College to the fullest at an open house! This full-day large group visit is filled with sessions geared towards undergraduate students and their families.
Open House
- Admissions
Experience Bridgewater College to the fullest at an open house! This full-day large group visit is filled with sessions geared towards undergraduate students and their families.
Endowed Lecture: Irshad Manji
- Endowed Lectures
Irshad Manji will present an endowed lecture at Bridgewater College on Wednesday, January 21. A book signing will follow the lecture. Manji will speak on, "Building Conversation Across Divides." Manji is the founder of Moral Courage College, which equips people worldwide to turn heated issues into healthy conversations and sustained teamwork.
Open House
- Admissions
Experience Bridgewater College to the fullest at an open house! This full-day large group visit is filled with sessions geared towards undergraduate students and their families.
Endowed Lecture: Maggie Jackson
- Endowed Lectures
Maggie Jackson will present an endowed lecture at Bridgewater College on Wednesday, March 25, 2026. A book signing will follow the lecture. Jackson will speak about the subject of her recent book, Uncertain: The Wisdom and Wonder of Being Unsure. It explores why we should seek not-knowing in an era of flux and angst.
Future Scholars Institute 2026
- Academic
Bridgewater’s Future Scholars Institute is a grant-funded, two-week residential program that allows local rising high school juniors and seniors to experience college life firsthand by living and studying on campus.
