Campus Home Evening
Recreational Activities
Service Activities
Off-Campus Activities
Self-Serve Activities
Ward and Stake Activities & Resources
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Campus Home Evening Activities
Join us on Monday nights at the MC Crossroads at 7:00pm for a short Home Evening lesson and a free fun activity.
January 20
- Holiday - No Activity
January 27
- Bingo Mix & Mingle
February 3
- Snow Fest Service Night
I-Center Courts
- (Link to signups)
February 10
- Valentine Cookie Decorating
February 17
- Holiday - No Activity
February 24
- PowerPoint Night
March 3
- Prophet or Princess
March 10
- The Arts
March 17
- St. Patrick’s Day Scavenger Hunt
March 24
- PowerPoint Night
March 31
- The Arts
Home Evening Laser Tag
Join us every Monday for Home Evening Laser Tag in the Taylor Cultural Hall. Sign up for a time slot and bring your group with you!
- Cost / Purchase
$3 student / $10 general admission - Purchase
Purchase & reserve slots online through the Ticket Office or take your chances and show up and pay at the venue.
Strike Zone Bowling
Home Evening groups can schedule bowling times on Mondays. Sign-up at the Bowling Alley checkout counter after 8:30am on the day of, but prior to the activity.
- Times
5:00 – 10:00pm - Cost
- $22 per lane per hour
- For wards wanting to reserve all the lanes for an activity, the cost is $75 per hour
- Both prices include bowling and shoes for the group.
- Reservations
Sign-up at the Bowling Alley checkout counter after 8:30am on the day of, but prior to the activity.
Or…show up at the venue and see if you can get in. - Location
MC 1st Floor
Skateway Roller Skating
Home Evening groups can participate in Roller Skating on Monday evenings.
- Location
MC Ballroom (2nd Floor) - Cost
- $3 with an I card
- Wards wanting to buy a session for a ward activity can do so for $250 and up to 150 can skate
- Sessions
6:30pm / 8:30pm - Tickets
Tickets can be purchased up to 2 weeks in advance or at the door as availability permits. - Contact Information
Harold Rose
Recreation Services
Email: roseh@byui.edu
Phone: 208-496-7460
Recreational Home Evening Activities
Crate Stacking
Come experience the thrill of crate stacking as a Home Evening group.
- Location
BYU-Idaho Center Courts - Sessions
15 minute sessions from 5:00 to 8:45pm - Tickets
Tickets can be purchased online.
Giant Swing
Experience the rush of the new giant swing activity with your Home Evening group.
- Location
BYU-Idaho Center Courts - Sessions
15 minute sessions from 5:00 to 8:45pm - Tickets
Tickets will be available for purchase in the next few weeks after the swing is installed.
Ropes Course
Campus Rec’s Rope Course offers a variety of team-building experiences for large or small groups. Ward groups are eligible for a 20% discount.
- Location
50 W. 7th S. - Reservations
Contact the BYUI Scheduling Office for reservations.
Phone: 208-496-3120
Group Fitness Class
Come experience a fitness class for Home Evening and best of all its free! Classes feature Yoga, High Fitness, Dance Fitness, Kickboxing, Step, HIIT, and Cycling.
- Times
7-30 – 8:30pm - Location
Hart 234 - Reservations
By appointment ONLY. Please contact stratforda@byui.edu
I-Serve offers various humanitarian service activities each Monday evening from 7-8 pm in the MC 175A. Reserve a spot for your home evening group.8 pm
Off-Campus Activities
Gateway Parks (Tubing & Snowboarding) – Ward/Stake Reservations
Experience the fun of tubing at the Gateway Parks Tube Park in Idaho Falls. Wards/Stakes can reserve the park on Monday and Tuesday evenings.
- Cost
Ward/Stake Cost is $1,000 with 200 cap. - A day pass/person is $25 for comparison.
- Times
6–9pm - Reservation
Make a reservation
Gateway Parks – BYUI Home Evening Groups
Home Evening groups can enjoy a night of thrills, laughs, and fun at the Gateway Parks Tube Park in Idaho Falls
- Days
Monday or Tuesday Evenings - Times
6 – 9pm - Cost
Duo Season Pass - $25/Person (unlimited usage on Monday & Tuesday evenings) - By comparison, a single day pass is $25/person.
Outdoor Resource Center (ORC)
Wards can get a discount on outdoor rental gear for ward activities.
Reservations
Phone: 208-496-7337
Discount Code: Mention “Bishop/Ward Special”
| Winter Packages | Discount | Special Timing/Durations | Quantity | Items Included | Reservation *(Required for Special Prices to Apply) |
Add-ons |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XC Ski | 20% | Can pick up the night before no extra charge, if going Saturday morning. | 20 - as many as needed | Skis, boots poles (chuck bucket if you want) | special reservation excel sheet, can be made up to 40 days in advance | if clothes are needed clothes are 30% off |
| Sledding Airboards |
20% | Good for half days or full days. | 15 - 25 airboards | airboards, pumps | can be made up to 40 days in advance | if clothes are needed clothes are 30% off |
| Sledding | 20% | Good for half days or full days | 20 - 43 | ice sleds, plastic sleds, snow tubes | can be made up to 40 days in advance | if clothes are needed clothes are 30% off |
| Snowshoe | 20% | Can pick up the night before no extra charge, if going Saturday morning. | 20 - as many as needed | snowshoes, poles (if wanted) | can be made up to 40 days in advance | if clothes are needed clothes are 30% off |
| Alpine Ski/Snowboard |
20% | Good for half days or full days | 20 - as many as needed | skis, boots , poles, board, boots, bindings, chuck bucket if you want) | can be made up to 40 days in advance | if clothes are needed clothes are 30% off |
Self-Serve Home Evening Activities
Home Evening is a time for apartments to enjoy activities and lessons together. Below you will find links to many activities. These activities have discussion questions and principles to teach along with the lesson. If you have any questions, please email studentliving@byui.edu.
Indoor Activities are a simple way to get connected with other students and grow friendships.
Many indoor activities help students build get to know one another and build longer lasting friendships.
Outdoor Activities allow students to experience the great outdoors and build longer lasting relationships.
Food Activities can help unit students through encouraging spending time together in the kitchen and can be used to show love for those around you.
Gospel and Service Activities can help students to connect with one another, the spirit and to lend a hand to others.
Experience the holiday spirit through activities like caroling, gift exchange, and many more.
Ward and Stake Activities & Resources
Food Options
Campus Ward Special – Offroad Grill Catering
- Meal Pricing:
- $5 = Meal + water
- $6 = Meal + soda
- Menu (Choose up to 3):
- Cheeseburger & fries
- Chicken tenders & tots
- Sweet pork nachos
- Chicken or sweet pork quesadilla & fries
- Street tacos
- STC activities only: add a 10" personal pepperoni pizza
- Contact to Reserve:
- Justin Zonts | zontsj@byui.edu | 208‑496‑2845
Additional Catering Options
- Group Meals To Go: BYU - Idaho Catering - Rexburg, ID
- Browse menu options, add sides (e.g., spinach salad, dessert), and order online.
- Full Catering: BYU–Idaho Catering – Rexburg, ID
- Options include catered meals, fruit & veggie trays, salads, desserts, and more.
Dances on Campus
- All dances held on BYU–Idaho property must use official approved campus DJs.
- DJs can also be scheduled for off-campus dances.
- Contact: Daniel Maples | 208‑496‑1426
Laser Tag
- Fun group activity for Quorums, Relief Societies, or combined events.
- Contact: Daniel Maples | 208‑496‑1426
Ropes Course
- Team-building experiences for large or small groups.
- Ward groups receive 20% discount.
- Reservations: 208‑496‑3210 | Location: 50 W. 7th S.
- Questions: ropescourse@byui.edu | 208‑496‑7371
Service Activities
- Weekly service opportunities available through the I‑Belong website or App.
- Contact: Krystal Rodriguez | 208‑496‑7431
Student Activities
- Hundreds of activities each semester: sports, fitness, outdoor adventures, ropes course, social events, service projects, big events, and weeklong activities.
- Student Activities Calendar: Coming Soon
Questions? Need Help?
Student Activities Involvement Center
Phone: 208-496-7300
Student Activities Managing Director
Email: jonesa@byui.edu
Phone: 208-496-1425
Phone: 208-496-7300
Student Activities Managing Director
Email: jonesa@byui.edu
Phone: 208-496-1425