Day at The Beach | Schedule, Tours, and Map

DAY AT THE BEACH is a FREE single-day immersive experience for newly-admitted students that provided an exclusive first-look at ºÃÉ«ÏÈÉú colleges, campus tours, academic resources, student organizations, and more. 

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People walking by the Go Beach sign

Select a category below for scheduled activities on Saturday, April 12, 2025:

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Day at the Beach Map

On Saturday, April 12, QR code signs are displayed around campus with links to the interactive Day at The Beach event map. Find college showcases, special experiences, bus stops, tour meet-up points, and more.

Want to visit campus? Access general campus maps via csulb.edu/maps. Plus, explore Long Beach Hotel Information and Visitor Guides

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Day at the Beach Folkl
TimeExperienceLocation
9:00 a.m.Welcome to The Beach!ºÃÉ«ÏÈÉú
9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. (doors open at 8:00 a.m.)

Welcome Experience 1 (Ticket required for entry to Pyramid*)

Walter Pyramid
9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.Resource FairFriendship Walk
10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.Campus ToursVarious
10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.Housing ToursHillside Gateway and Parkside Commons
10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.College ShowcasesVarious
11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.Food Trucks and Campus Dining AvailableVarious
12:00 – 1:00 p.m. (doors open at 11:00 a.m.)

Welcome Experience 2 (Ticket required for entry to Pyramid*)

Walter Pyramid

3:00 p.m.Event Ends
 

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We look forward to seeing you at The Beach, rain or shine!

(Please note: Event Schedule is subject to change.)

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Tour Guides at Day at The Beach

Modified Campus Tours are provided as part of the Day at The Beach experience on a first come first serve bases.

when on campus to explore ºÃÉ«ÏÈÉú and visit popular locations—including the University Student Union (USU), Library, Beach Shops, Student Recreation & Wellness Center (SRWC), Earl Burns Japanese Miller Garden, and more! You may also use the Self-Guided Tour Brochure.

Can't make it to Day at The Beach? Campus tours are available year-round. Learn more about Tours.

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Day at the Beach Banner Tours

Housing tours are provided as part of the Day at The Beach experience.

For general housing information, visit University Housing & Residential Life.

The Student Recreation & Wellness Center (SRWC) is a 126,500-square-foot, two-story, state-of-the-art recreation facility located on campus. It's a hub for recreational activities, programs, intramural sports, fitness, and wellness services. 
 
The SRWC contains a three-court gym, a multi activity court gym, indoor jogging track, 20,000 square feet of weight and cardio equipment, racquetball courts, activity rooms for group exercise, a custom-made rock climbing wall, a wellness center, swimming pool and spa, as well as many other services.
 
Tours are 15 minutes and are available between 9 am - 2:45 pm.
 
The SRWC is managed by Associated Students Inc. (ASI) and for more information about the facility, visit . 

Enjoy food, refreshments, and snacks wherever you are on campus.  Don't forget to stop by the University Bookstore to grab all your new BEACH gear - family items included!

Visit the interactive map to find your way to whatever you need! 

Where to shop!

8 am - 5 pm

Art Store
9 am - 4 pm  

Where to eat!
Restaurants

  • Carl's Jr. – 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. 
  • Subway – 10:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. 
  • Papalucci's – 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. 
  • Nugget Grill and Pub – 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. 
  • Outpost Grill – 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Coffee and Drinks

  • Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf – 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. 
  • Caffeine Lab – 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. 
  • Shake Smart – 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. 
  • Robek's Juice – 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Convenience Stores 

  • Outpost Convenience Store – 9:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. 
  • Bookstore Convenience Store – 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Dining and retail on campus is brought to you by and Beach Shops auxiliaries.  

will be free. See parking and transportation resources below.

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Alternative transportation to ºÃÉ«ÏÈÉú

Welcome to the Beach, LBUSD graduates!

Graduating seniors and transfer students from LBUSD schools are invited to the Promise Meet & Greet during Day at the Beach.

Meet & Greets will be held at 11am and 2pm - join us for refreshments and learn about your opportunities as a Promise student at ºÃÉ«ÏÈÉú.

For more information, email promise@csulb.edu or find the Promise table at the Day at the Beach resource fair.

 

Promise Meet & Greet Session 1

KIN 059 (Kinesiology Building near the Resource Fair)

11 a.m. - 12 p.m.

 

Promise Meet & Greet Session 2

KIN 059 (Kinesiology Building near the Resource Fair)

2 p.m. - 3 p.m.