Spirit Week
2026 Theme: "In the Midst of Miracles"
BYU-Idaho students, staff, alumni, and friends around the world are invited to participate in this week of celebration and reflection of "In the Midst of Miracles." This theme highlights and commemorates the 25 years since President Gordon B. Hinckley announced that Ricks College would change from a two-year junior college to a four-year university to be called BYU-Idaho.
Former BYU-Idaho President Henry B. Eyring said, “Each of us can follow the example we have seen here. We can follow a steady, upward course in a world of change without fear, welcoming the opportunities.
"The way is a simple one, clearly marked. It is to keep our eyes and hearts fixed on that which is unchangeable. We must have an eye of faith fixed on eternal life."
Spirit Week Schedule
Service Day
Monday, October 5, 2026
Serve the community and begin Spirit Week by making a difference together.
Serve the community and begin Spirit Week by making a difference together.
Text a friend the schedule = Rice Crispy Treat
October 05, 2026
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Stop by the Taylor Quad to view the various Spirit Week displays, booths, games, and daily Spirit of Ricks Challenge.
October 05, 2026
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Decorate offices, faculty doors, and housing complexes according to the Spirit Week Theme: "A Steady Upward Course."
October 05, 2026
2:00 PM
Decorate offices, faculty doors, and housing complexes according to the Spirit Week Theme: "A Steady Upward Course."
October 05, 2026
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Explore this year’s theme, “A Steady Upward Course,” through visual art or writing. Reflect on your spiritual journey, personal growth, or BYU–Idaho’s legacy.
October 05, 2026
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Legacy Day
Tuesday, October 6, 2026
Celebrate the people and traditions that shaped the legacy of BYU–Idaho.
Celebrate the people and traditions that shaped the legacy of BYU–Idaho.
Mini Carnival Game = Ice cream
October 06, 2026
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Stop by the Taylor Quad to view the various Spirit Week displays, booths, games, and daily Spirit of Ricks Challenge.
October 06, 2026
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Come to the BYUI Center Courts for the Founder's Ice Cream social.
October 06, 2026
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Whether you're in it for the games, the food, or just great fall vibes, there’s something for everyone. Bring your friends and come enjoy a crisp evening of excitement, laughter, and community!
October 06, 2026
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
True Blue Day
Wednesday, October 7, 2026
Show your BYU-Idaho pride by wearing blue and supporting campus traditions.
Show your BYU-Idaho pride by wearing blue and supporting campus traditions.
Donate blood and help us break our one-day donation record. Treats will be provided.
October 07, 2026
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Stop by the Taylor Quad to view the various Spirit Week displays, booths, games, and daily Spirit of Ricks Challenge.
October 07, 2026
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Find Spirit Week mini lawn flags on campus and redeem them for prizes. Limit 1 flag per person.
October 07, 2026
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Compete for blue boxes filled with BYUI swag and prizes.
October 07, 2026
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Students can sign up to ride steers. Employees and students can sign up for barrel racing and calf roping (must provide own horse), and students and employees with children ages 5–8 and under 70 lb. can be signed up to participate in “mutton bustin.”
October 07, 2026
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Following the Spirit Week Rodeo
October 07, 2026
8:30 PM - 10:30 PM
Spirit of Ricks Day
Thursday, October 8, 2026
Honor the Ricks College heritage through culture, community, and friendly competition.
Honor the Ricks College heritage through culture, community, and friendly competition.
Donate blood and help us break our one-day donation record. Treats will be provided.
October 08, 2026
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Invite friend to torch lighting = Brownies
October 08, 2026
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Stop by the Taylor Quad to view the various Spirit Week displays, booths, games, and daily Spirit of Ricks Challenge.
October 08, 2026
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Invite friend to torch lighting = Brownies
October 08, 2026
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
October 08, 2026
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Founders' Day
Friday, October 9, 2026
Celebrate the university’s history with traditions that unite generations of students.
Celebrate the university’s history with traditions that unite generations of students.
Donate blood and help us break our one-day donation record. Treats will be provided.
October 09, 2026
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Write BYUI love = Cotton Candy
October 09, 2026
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Stop by the Taylor Quad to view the various Spirit Week displays, booths, games, and daily Spirit of Ricks Challenge.
October 09, 2026
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Married students and employees with infants (children/grandchildren) can enter their child in the baby crawling and walking races and costume contest and receive a free digital photo.
October 09, 2026
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Come watch the parade then join it by marching in with your Spirit Week luminary which you will receive from an entry during the parade.
October 09, 2026
7:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Celebrate 25 years since President Hinckley announced that Ricks College would become BYU-Idaho.
October 09, 2026
8:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Join Us for Founders' Day Friday!
Join us in celebrating Founders’ Day this Spirit Week! This Friday, enjoy an action-packed day full of engaging activities, uplifting performances, and shared moments that reflect our campus spirit and heritage. Whether you come for the fun, the fellowship, the parade, torch lighting, or drone show, there’s something for everyone.
Spirit Day
Saturday, October 10, 2026
Wrap up the week with family-friendly activities, fun, and Viking spirit.
Wrap up the week with family-friendly activities, fun, and Viking spirit.
Enjoy free blue pancakes with your roommates, classmates, friends, family, or fellow Color Run participants.
October 10, 2026
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Participate in the Color Fun Run. Choose your level of participation: 1-, 2-, or 3-mile route.
October 10, 2026
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
It’s game time, Vikings! The first competitive football game of the semester is here, and you don’t want to miss it.
October 10, 2026
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Step into the Roaring Twenties and experience a night you won’t forget!
October 10, 2026
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM